Annoying cgi-loaded kiddie movie

Rating: 3/10 (6 February 2006)

Jam packed with witty one-liners between hero and villain, distracting special effects, and unrealistic "whoa dude like, cool!" moments, this film is one to avoid unless you are looking for a light hearted shallow adventure flick.
Unless you find Frankenberry and Count Chokula to be scary, you won't be the least bit frightened by this one either. This movie doesn't evoke tension or suspense whatsoever. It's in-your-face monsters for the whole two hours. It's impossible to take the "horror" seriously, since the heroes don't seem to be the least bit scared throughout the entirety of the movie. Van Helsing, much like Batman, spouts one-liners while seeming completely relaxed as he takes on Dracula and his dark minions.
This is definitely more of a fantasy movie for kids, very reminiscent of Batman with Van Helsing as the superhero with his wide variety of gadgets (gas-powered rapid-fire crossbow anyone?).