George Lucas - Vampire Slayer?

Rating: 6/10 (5 May 2004)

Well, this film really reminds me of the Star Wars movies. Why?
The main theme is the fight between good and evil, but otherwise there is no real plot. You´ll see lots of fights, explosions and chase scenes, but not much else. The film anti-climaxes every ten minutes, usually because of uninspired (over)acting or extremely ridiculous dialogue. The CGI is flawless - it´s actually way too flawless - in this setting it should have been more organic.
Oh, and the hero is totally unaware of his background, while the heroine is constantly dressed in sexy outfits, not particularly suited for fighting.
Both Hugh Jackman and Kate Beckinsale are talented actors, but unfortunately the chemistry between them is lacking. Richard Roxburgh is miscast as Count Dracula and fails completely to bring sinister qualities to his role. Fortunately, David "Faramir" Wenham as ´Q´ provides comic relief and something for the Lord of the Rings fans. And Dracula´s brides are rather fine eye candy.
Maybe this is 2004´s first blockbuster, but it will not be the start of a new franchise. Too bad. But then again, at least that´s one thing it doesn´t have in common with Star Wars.

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