Underworld: Rise of the Lycans

6/10

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Rated: 6.2/10 ⭐️

I wanted to see where the vampire-werewolf beef started. I like this; it’s a gritty origin story giving the werewolves tragic depth.

What Worked:
• Sheen goes all in as Lucian with a raw energy I totally dug.
• Nighy is delightfully arrogant as Viktor, a villain you love to hate.
• Seeing the actual origin of the war gave the franchise emotional weight.

The Friction:
• Not having Beckinsale front and center felt weird to me.
• The heavy blue-gray filter washed out visuals and muddied the fights.
• The romance between Lucian and Sonja felt kinda rushed.

Verdict:
I like this. Watch for a gritty backstory. Skip if blue-tinted visuals annoy you.