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Underworld, 2003

Starring: Kate Beckinsale, Scott Speedman

Directed by: Len Wiseman

Written by: Danny McBride

Language: English

Country: USA, Germany, Hungary, UK

Runtime: 121 min

MPAA Rating: R

Rating:6.8

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Underworld can be described as suspenseful, stylized, and scary. The plot revolves around a supernatural romance, vampires, and dangerous animals. The main genres are thriller, action, and horror. In terms of style, Underworld involves twists and turns and is gothic. In approach, it is fantastical and serious. The storytelling is fast paced. Underworld takes place in contemporary times. The soundtrack is alternative and rock. It is well suited for teens and a boys' night. Note that Underworld involves strong violent content.

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In Underworld, a dark and Gothic monster action movie, vampires and lycans--an ancient form of werewolf--are at war. While the vampires inhabit a gigantic castle that houses their ancestor's tombs, the lycans live underground in a dilapidated sewer cave. Both teams are equipped with big guns, and they are constantly innovating deadlier bullets to gain advantage over each other. On the vampire side, the leather-clad death agent Selene (Kate Beckinsale) delegates teams of vamps to attack the lycans. But when she discovers that the lycans have kidnapped a human medical student, Michael Corvin (Scott Speedman), she knows the worst is on its way. Against the orders of her superior, Kraven (Shane Brolly), who is obsessively in love with Selene, she awakens the most powerful vampire of all time, Viktor (Bill Nighy) and prepares for a massive feud against lycan leader Lucian (Michael Sheen).

Director Len Wiseman offers a tough, fast, and gory addition to the horror-fantasy genre with Underworld. Impressive special effects show the lycans transforming from humans to werewolves, and the lycans' ability to squeeze silver bullets out of their skin is also rudely fascinating. Beckinsale is captivating in the role of the lead vamp, with her leather corset, pouty expressions, and double-fisted pistols perfectly communicating the glam-action mood of the film.

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Language:	English
Country:	USA, Germany, Hungary, UK
Release date:	19 September 2003
Runtime:	121 min

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Kate Beckinsale

as Selene

Scott Speedman

as Michael Corvin

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Kate Beckinsale as Selene in Underworld (2003)

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Chicago Tribune

Has one other thing in common with "The Matrix Reloaded" -- too much story, too many angles. Full Review

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by: Robert K. Elder

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I had heard a lot of negative comments on this, but after watching it I was entertained. I did enjoy the premise and the interchange between the two races. I liked Kate Beckinsale's character and how strong it was, not your typical wimpy helpless... Read and rate it

30.March.2009
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by: Parker in MN
Parker in MN rated this movie6/10Okay

I like most people had high hopes based upon the trailer and the hype. It wasn't even worth the discounted showing. For those who have any preconceived notions of vampires and werewolves (likens) , check them at the door and it might be somewhat... Read and rate it

21.March.2009
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by: Bill Shields
Bill Shields rated this movie0/10

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