Underworld Series

Edward64 · 01-24-2009, 09:20 AM

Haven't seen it yet but with the release of Rise of the Lycans it got me thinking about how great this series has been so far.

Here's the wiki
Underworld (2003 film - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia)

Its a great vampire, werewolf movie that doesn't pretend to be anything else. The action, costumes, scenery, special effects etc. are great.

The classic scene from Underworld 1 which I loved was when Kate sliced off the head of Viktor at the end (IMO, equal par to Kill Bill's concluding fight scene ... Oh uh ... I just realized I have an issue with the destruction of heads as I really liked Highlander and Zombie movies!).

Any other fans out there?

wade moore · 01-24-2009, 09:33 AM

Where is the trout option?

I've never even considered watching these movies.

jeff061 · 01-24-2009, 09:35 AM

One of those that are entertaining but I don't know if I'd define as good.

Kate Beckinsale is the hottest woman on the planet, that also sways my opinion.

Edward64 · 01-24-2009, 09:39 AM

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Originally Posted by wade moore

Where is the trout option?

I've never even considered watching these movies.

Sorry, don't see an option to add to an existing poll?

Check it out at your local BB or Netflix.

Kodos · 01-24-2009, 10:42 AM

I enjoyed them for Kate Beckinsale's presence. I will be skipping the new one, since she is only shown in takeouts from previous films. There is certainly worse crap out there.

stevew · 01-24-2009, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by wade moore

Where is the trout option?

I've never even considered watching these movies.

Plus one. I voted pretty bad since there was no trout.

Lathum · 01-24-2009, 11:10 AM

I know there is another one coming out, is that the second one or third?

Edward64 · 01-24-2009, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Lathum

I know there is another one coming out, is that the second one or third?

Its the third.

Didn't realize that Kate wasnt' in it ... checked out some summaries she isn't. I'm going to have to watch it anyway.

Raiders Army · 01-24-2009, 12:24 PM

The first was surprisingly good as it had a nice unexpected twist to it that you wouldn't expect in a horror/action movie. The second was a little over-the-top but the story was okay. That's why I gave the series just okay.

Underworld: Pretty good
Underworld: Evolution: Just okay

This next one based on previews and knowing it's a prequel: Pretty bad

Although I did hear there was an interesting twist to it.

Surtt · 01-24-2009, 12:36 PM

Underworld/Underworld: Evolution [2 Discs] - DVD

The first two are on sale as a 2 pack at Bestbuy this week for $12.99.
Not sure for how long.

cougarfreak · 01-24-2009, 01:38 PM

Anything that includes Kate Beckinsale, count me in.

Edward64 · 01-24-2009, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Surtt

Underworld/Underworld: Evolution [2 Discs] - DVD

The first two are on sale as a 2 pack at Bestbuy this week for $12.99.
Not sure for how long.

Already bought the DVDs but when I get Blu-Ray (For BF, got a 40inch LCD but why didn't I go for the $129 Walmart special!) this will be on my list.

I did read some reviews on rotten tomatoes and its at 38%. So maybe when it comes out on DVD.
Underworld: Rise of the Lycans Movie Reviews, Pictures - Rotten Tomatoes

Honolulu_Blue · 01-24-2009, 03:24 PM

Kated Beckinsale in leather pants is all good. Still, I only saw the first one and while it had some cool moments and elements, ultimately it was pretty bad.

flere-imsaho · 01-24-2009, 04:57 PM

Good pulpy entertainment, and having Kate Beckinsale is an added bonus.

Grammaticus · 01-24-2009, 11:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Kodos

I enjoyed them for Kate Beckinsale's presence. I will be skipping the new one, since she is only shown in takeouts from previous films. There is certainly worse crap out there.

You should check it out for Rhona Mitra. She is Kate jr. You can also see her in Doomsday.

Drake · 01-25-2009, 12:02 AM

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Originally Posted by cougarfreak

Anything that includes Kate Beckinsale, count me in.

+1

View Poll Results: Rate the series
One of my favorites	5	16.13%
Pretty good	11	35.48%
Just okay	5	16.13%
Pretty bad	10	32.26%
Voters: 31. You may not vote on this poll

01-24-2009, 09:35 AM	#3
jeff061 Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: MA	One of those that are entertaining but I don't know if I'd define as good. Kate Beckinsale is the hottest woman on the planet, that also sways my opinion. __________________

01-24-2009, 10:42 AM	#5
Kodos Resident Alien Join Date: Jun 2001	I enjoyed them for Kate Beckinsale's presence. I will be skipping the new one, since she is only shown in takeouts from previous films. There is certainly worse crap out there. __________________ Author of The Bill Gates Challenge, as well as other groundbreaking dynasties.

01-24-2009, 12:36 PM	#10
Surtt College Benchwarmer Join Date: Nov 2003	Underworld/Underworld: Evolution [2 Discs] - DVD The first two are on sale as a 2 pack at Bestbuy this week for $12.99. Not sure for how long. __________________ “The greatest dangers to liberty lurk in insidious encroachment by men of zeal, well-meaning but without understanding.” United States Supreme Court Justice Louis D. Brandeis

01-24-2009, 03:24 PM	#13
Honolulu_Blue Hockey Boy Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Royal Oak, MI	Kated Beckinsale in leather pants is all good. Still, I only saw the first one and while it had some cool moments and elements, ultimately it was pretty bad. __________________ *Steve Yzerman*: 1,755 points in 1,514 regular season games. 185 points in 196 postseason games. A First-Team All-Star, Conn Smythe Trophy winner, Selke Trophy winner, Masterton Trophy winner, member of the Hockey Hall of Fame, Olympic gold medallist, and a three-time Stanley Cup Champion. Longest serving captain of one team in the history of the NHL (19 seasons).

01-24-2009, 11:10 AM	#7
Lathum Favored Bitch #1 Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: homeless in NJ	I know there is another one coming out, is that the second one or third?

01-24-2009, 12:24 PM	#9
Raiders Army Coordinator Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: The Black Hole	The first was surprisingly good as it had a nice unexpected twist to it that you wouldn't expect in a horror/action movie. The second was a little over-the-top but the story was okay. That's why I gave the series just okay. Underworld: Pretty good Underworld: Evolution: Just okay This next one based on previews and knowing it's a prequel: Pretty bad Although I did hear there was an interesting twist to it.

01-24-2009, 01:38 PM	#11
cougarfreak College Starter Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Out of Grad School Hell :)	Anything that includes Kate Beckinsale, count me in.

01-24-2009, 04:57 PM	#14
flere-imsaho Coordinator Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Chicagoland	Good pulpy entertainment, and having Kate Beckinsale is an added bonus.

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