Very entertaining but not great

Rating: 10/10 (1 March 2009)

I was lucky enough to view an early screening of the movie and when I sat down with my popcorn I was hyper as ever. The aspect of the movie that shocked me most, which was not advertised in the trailer is how many comedic scenes that are going to be present. This element did not damper the experience I had too much because most jokers were funny but I went in believing that this movie was going to be very dark (have not read the GN). This addition of comedy for me immediately takes it out of the legendary film categories.
The film has brilliant action with gore that stands up to the likes of Saw! CGI present was also on par with what film goers are used too. The music from Tyler Bates certainly tries to recreate some of his brilliance from 300 in this film and when you recognise this while watching it reminds you that you don't have to take this piece of art so seriously but too enjoy that same brilliantly choreographed scenes and that standing up out of your seat shouting "YAH, you just got owned!!" feeling that you received from 300.
The film did drag on a bit too long and the side affects of this are looking down at your watch every so often as well as reminiscing the adrenaline pumping fight sequences earlier in the movie.
Overall I very much enjoyed the film which entertained me thoroughly and appreciated the beautifully created scenery present. I recommend you see this film in the Cinema the way it is meant to be seen.