Good, mindless fun.

Rating: 10/10 (10 December 2004)

Van Helsing has gotten an unfair shake. It's not as bad as people say. Yes, it's a little light on plot and twists, but it's not meant to be one of those deep thinking movies. Van Helsing is more like - a cheap romance novel. Meant to be sorbet for the mind. Something to refresh your mind when you've watched too many deep minded movies. You don't have to over-think Van Helsing and that's what makes it a good movie to watch. People need to give this movie a break. Just sit back, watch, and try not to think. Enjoy a good, mindless adventure and you'll find yourself ready for a deeper, more thought provoking movie afterwards.
Really, give Van Helsing a chance. You might find yourself pleasantly surprised.