Van Helsing (US)
The One Name They All Fear
Certificate: PG-13
Running Time: 132 mins
Retail Price: $19.98
Release Date:
Content Type: Movie
Synopsis:
Legendary monster hunter Van Helsing (Hugh Jackman) is summoned to mysterious Transylvania on a mission that will thrust him into a sweeping battle against the forces of darkness! With non-stop action and electrifying special effects, Van Helsing is an adrenaline-powered motion picture event Roger Ebert calls "Spectacular."
Special Features:
Explore Dracula`s Castle
Through an innovative 360 Degree self-guided tour, discover the stunning environments of VAN HELSING that you couldn`t see in theaters.
Bringing The Monsters To Life
From pencil sketches through complete digital composition, the experts at Industrial Light & Magic show how the VAN HELSING monsters were brought to life.
You Are In The Movie
Experience movie-making magic through miniature cameras on the set that give you the actor`s perspective on the filming of a scene.
The Legend Of Van Helsing
The evolution of the legendary character throughout film history.
Feature Commentaries
With Director Stephen Sommers, Bob Duscay, Richard Roxburgh, Shuler Hensley and Will Kemp
Play the Van Helsing Xbox Game
Put this DVD into your Xbox console and play the first level of the stunning Van Helsing Game!
Outtakes
Video Tracks:
Widescreen Anamorphic 1.85:1
Audio Tracks:
Dolby Digital 5.1 English
Dolby Digital Stereo 2.0 French
Dolby Digital Stereo 2.0 Spanish
Subtitle Tracks:
French
Spanish
Directed By:
Stephen Sommers
Written By:
Stephen Sommers
Starring:
Shuler Hensley
David Wenham
Richard Roxburgh
Kate Beckinsale
Hugh Jackman
Your Opinions and Comments
While there`s no real acting involved in the movie, the storyline isn`t boring not too ludicrous. As I said - 100% brainless fun.
The video transfer is excellent. The special effects are mind blowing and the colors are beautifully desaturated to fit the Transylvanian atmosphere. There are no compression signs nor scratches at all. The end titles look absolutely amazing.
The DD 5.1 soundtrack is explosive. The surrounds are constantly used and provide an awesome sound envelope.
The menus are nicely animated with sound.
The extras include 2 commentaries, an interactive tour in the castle, some bloopers, a behind the scenes featurette with explanations on the special effects, several deleted scenes and an X-Box game.
Bottom line - an enjoyable action-packed movie. Make sure lots of popcorn is available, though.