Cinematic representations of Hellboy They have always given something to talk about and the current and second reboot of the character puts the big red man in a never-before-seen situation that divides opinions and in some cases exceed expectations.
The Crooked Man is the subtitle of this film that visually offers a new option, as it leaves the hyperbolic steampunk scenarios that viewers were accustomed to and puts the red devil in an American town in the 1950s to fight bare-knuckle and with his inseparable weapon against witchcraft, enchantments y curses that have to do with a legend.
FIGHTING AGAINST THE PAST
In a time of reboots y remakes wholesale in the film industry, it is impossible not to compare the titles with their previous versions already Hellboy: The Crooked Manhas the difficult task of being put on a par with a stunning trilogy, directed by the Mexican Guillermo del Toro and starring none other than Ron Pearlman.
However, the difference in budgets is notable in both cases, so this new film of the half-demon, half-human, has to be saved purely by its plot without appealing to great visual experiences or special effects, which in fact, are mixed with practical effects.
Criticism is still scarce, as the film has different release dates around the world and fortunately, Mexico is one of the first places where it can be seen by fans of the saga. However, the few that exist are mixed And as surprising as it may seem, they point more to the positive than the negative.
The Hollywood Handle He wrote: “It initially gives the impression, throughout its first act and part of the second, that it knows its place and embraces its trashy style. However, the film soon abandons its scary elements and opts instead for a dull, serious and somewhat pretentious approach.”
For its part, Total Film was more benevolent with the film and gave it a rating of 3/5: “The film of Taylor It descends into a couple of extended battles. Some computer special effects amidst mostly practical effects and some gimmicky editing are other impediments.”
Finally, Dexerto gives the title quite a bit of credit: “The Crooked Man It is a type of Hellboy very different, smaller and cheaper than the previous ones. But that has allowed Mike Mignola tell a story of Big Red on their own terms.”
“That definitely works in the film’s favor, as unlike recent comic book movies, Hollywood, There are no characters or sequels to be introduced, and there is no multiverse confusion to explain. Which gives the film a precise focus.”
Hellboy: The Crooked Man It stars Jack Kesy as the iconic demon and is an original story by Brian Taylor, who also directed this film that is now available in theaters.
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2024-09-22 15:15:42