They say a man is made by a woman. Watching "Another World," it felt like Kate Beckinsale was directed by Len Wiseman. Yes, today they have already divorced (the funny thing is that Michael Sheen still plays here - Beckinsale in real life gave birth to a daughter from him before meeting Wiseman, i.e. in general some kind of family cabbage from the former, a-hee-hee), but it was Wiseman who turned her into a sex symbol.
I don't dispute that Kate has played before, but she's never been this cool. Thanks to the franchise “Another world” Len Wiseman – Kate became a star. It's a stupid fact! Many moviegoers still want to pit Beckinsale from Another World with Jovovich from Resident Evil. Two dangerous beauties with pistols in front of each other, a-hee-hee. Let’s move on to the movie...
Vampires from ancient times howl with werewolves (since the time of King Pea, probably). Pay attention to how Wiseman shows their way of life. Vampires almost have a brothel (hello Ashu from the franchise “Subspecies”, a-hee-hee, sorry), or rather such a large mansion. Licans (who would have doubted) are wandering around the dumpsters and subways.
In fact, there is a rather curious scenario with a few twists and turns (as far as they are intriguing, this is another conversation), the review is not enough to describe everything in detail. In short, the werewolves are looking for a Michael (Speedman) who will help them win the war. Craven (Brolly), the temporary head of the vampire clan, doesn’t want to believe it, because werewolves have always used people only as food. Only one vampire, Celine (Beckinsale), tries to figure out why the werewolves wanted Michael. Something like that.
As many as three writers (one of them is Wiseman). It can be seen with the naked eye that the script was worked on. Wiseman (in 2003) thought about the whole franchise (five feature films and some other cartoon), it is unlikely, but the script turned out to be so voluminous that it could easily be twisted in different directions (not only forward, but also back in the past).
The movie paid off at the box office. Got a big fan base. I liked it myself, but I would like to point out the disadvantage. The first “Other World” is heavy on the rise, it was not necessary to do a giant two-hour timekeeping. A prime example. Here Craven argues with Celine, fifteen minutes pass, he argues with her again, goes a few more minutes, again they arrange graters.
Yes, all this chatter starts to get boring at some point. There's plenty of chatter, but there's also action (especially in the second half of the film). The biggest drawback (absolutely subjectively) is that I didn’t like how Wyazman showed the metamorphosis of the two main characters. That is, their transition (from ordinary interest in Celine and fear in Michael) to sympathy. I couldn’t believe there could be more between them. Perhaps it is the fault of Speedman (the weakest actor of the whole caste, no matter what).
All the scenes with Bill Nighy are gold! Even make-up, Nayi manages to deliver a chic acting (relish the scene as he chastises Celine, chic). In general - a good (especially for debutante Wiseman) fantasy-Gothic action movie.
7 out of 10
On November 20, 2003, exactly 20 years ago, a newborn picture of director Len Wiseman appeared – “Another World”, this film caused a resonance in society, since at that time her “sister” franchise – “Residence of Evil” was already very active. And I must give credit, nothing in common tape “Another world” has with the tape “Resident evil”, although it would seem: vampires, werewolves, zombies. Everything revolves around the same setting, but the main character of the film is a different world, she has her own character, motives, prejudices, and in general, despite the fact that vampires are immortal, by and large they are no different from people, they have their weaknesses, their faith, their ideas. And in the movie, it's incredibly cool.
After 20 years, the film looks in one breath, and has many advantages, some of which I will tell you about.
The first thing I would like to mention is the graphic component, even after 20 years, turning people into werewolves looks incredibly exciting and quite realistic, since for 2003, such graphics were almost new, all viewers were completely delighted with the visual. Black and white scenery that fit perfectly into this setting, rain that plays on the soul strings of spectators who look closely at the war of werewolves and vampires. In general, in this film, the visual greatly helps the story of the confrontation between the two groups, there is a feeling of growing chaos and oppression.
The musical accompaniment is beyond praise, the music in this movie did not cease to play from beginning to end, in moments of epic battles, the compositions were rhythmic and selected in the theme. And even now, in 2023, many films cannot boast such sound effects.
I would like to praise the characters and plot separately. All the characters presented films are really different, and it really takes a soul, since it is incredibly difficult to register interesting and colorful characters in the vampire setting, and only a real master can do it. Although it is not surprising, because the director Len Wiseman is the author of some masterpieces in my opinion. Die Hard 4, which earned praise from the audience his work, a pretty good remake to remember everything, which came out in 2012, too, his handiwork.
And between all the films of the director there is a huge line of his talent. The plot of the film Another World is an example of how to make a film in a very difficult for the movie condition of action. In general, this film in terms of the plot is quite cunning, because in this movie, as in all films, there are shortcomings that catch your eye, but the director picked up a very competent move, it is that when a person sees some obvious blunder, or a stupid moment, on the screen there is some incredibly cool spectacle and messy, which makes you forget that you have previously seen some shortcomings.
Let me give you an example: When the main character was injured, and she got behind the wheel, and really felt bad, and she knew it, she still continued to drive, although her passenger, whom she rescued, wanted to get behind the wheel and save them from harm, and then you see that they fly into the concrete fence, but before you even have time to scold and get angry, as in time slowing down the car flies off a cliff, and there is an incredibly cool sight. This trick should be given credit to the film, because not every director could come to this. And now in 2023, such a naturally huge rarity. Is it possible to say that the film “another world” was ahead of time?
About the shortcomings that are in the film, you will forget at the end of the tape, when everything falls into place, and this is a tricky move, because many pay attention to the minor disadvantages of different films. And this movie bypasses such skeptics side, giving the viewer exactly what he wants, that's a great respect. Many films released over the past 5 years can not really explain the essence of the plot and why the characters exist, but this movie closes all the gestalts, and leaves no questions.
And, indeed, this movie very skillfully leads the audience by the nose (in a good way). As soon as you begin to think about how stupidly, but coolly, this character, whom you considered a hero, did, then you realize that there is no main character in the film at all, and it is quite common to emphasize one character, exposing him as a hero, and leading the narrative on his behalf, but at the same time absolutely not to register any main character in the script. The film was ahead of its time, too.
In general, I will say that after 20 years, the film reserves the right to carry the proud title of a great film, for all time, and even despite the large amount of time spent, the film looks at one breath, acting very good, but at the same time in its competitor to the Residence Evil franchise.
Let’s all congratulate this film on its anniversary, and together we will go to watch it a few dozen, maybe hundreds of times.
Blue-eyed Kate Beckinsale in a leather cloak destroys werewolves and uncovers a decades-old conspiracy. The beginning of the cult franchise, which became a modern classic
For many centuries, in the shadow of human eyes, there is a merciless and bloody war between vampires and werewolves. A vampire named Celine (Kate Beckinsale) is the best in his field. Every night she and her brethren go out on a hunt with one goal: to hunt for the werewolf and destroy them all. The motivation of the main character is quite understandable - many years ago the Lycans took the lives of all her relatives and since then she has vowed to take revenge, destroying the hated animals to their complete extinction and now this mission has become the meaning of her life.
During one night out, Celine discovers that two werewolves are chasing a certain person - Michael Corvin (Scott Speedman). She and two other death thugs follow the Lycans and Corwin to the subway, where a shootout begins between them. Celine manages to get out of there alive, after which she rushes back to her clan to report a possible large-scale attack by werewolves on the vampire mansion. Relatives led by Craven (Shane Brolly), perceive her words skeptically, as they are sure that Lucian (Michael Sheen) - the leader of the werewolves has long been defeated, and their race is on the verge of extinction and all the arguments of the main character in their eyes look unconvincing.
Having no material confirmation and proof of her words, but being sure that fears are not in vain, accustomed to trusting her own instincts and intuition, Celine decides to go in search of Michael Corvin and find out what the werewolves need for him to prevent their plans and prevent an attack on her clan. However, further events will take an unexpected turn, revealing the hidden truth for centuries and radically change the course of the history of the existence of both clans and, above all, the main characters.
Who would have thought in 2003 that in appearance unremarkable, novice director Len Wiseman will issue such a powerful debut project, which will not only become a box office hit, collecting $ 95.7 million with a budget of 22 million, but will later acquire the status of a cult fantasy action movie, now a classic of the XXI century. The indescribable atmosphere of a night city with stunning European architecture and a special Gothic style are the elements that distinguish the Other World from other representatives of the genre in visual terms. Thanks to the extremely minimal use of computer graphics and the workshop of the operator, combat scenes look spectacular and naturalistic even now, after the twenty-year anniversary of the picture, and high-quality sound engineering allows you to enjoy the lush sound of shootouts and special effects.
Among other things, “Underworld” boasts not only a “beautiful picture”, but also a perfectly worked out to the smallest detail, an original plot, which is quite rare for films of this genre. Overall, the Other World universe was created from scratch, not from a video game or comic book, and a carefully crafted story of events and characters is the franchise’s undeniable virtue.
And yet, even taking into account all the indisputable advantages of this film (and the franchise as a whole), Len Wiseman could not have achieved such success if it were not for his amazingly successful choice of the cast, and in particular, the lead actor. Kate Beckinsale was previously known to the public as a sophisticated British woman, whose image was associated only with the adaptations of Jane Austen novels and romantic comedies. The choice was very risky, both for the actress herself, who had not previously faced such roles and serious physical exertion, and for Wiseman. This experience became a kind of challenge for her to prove to society that she is able to embody the image of a strong and confident heroine of militants on the screen. Fortunately for herself and for others, she definitely coped with the task and even many Western critics, restrained by the picture, noted the play and composure of the actress in the image of Celine and now no one has any doubts about the talent of Beckinsale and that she will have enough strength and charisma to embody on the screen the combat image of the action hero, which was fixed for her as one of the main roles.
No less worthy were the speeches of her colleagues. Talented and charismatic Michael Sheen managed to create a rather complex and, at first glance, contradictory image of Lucian (the leader of the werewolves), but as the events unfold, his character begins to attract respect and sympathy, due to the “humanity” of the motives of his participation in the war. And the “veteran” of British cinema Bill Nighy once again proved his undeniable professional abilities, embodying on the screen an atypical and charismatic image of the main antagonist – Victor, the oldest and strongest of vampires.
Against the background of Beckinsale, Sheen and Nyi, Scott Speedman slightly lost, who played Michael Corvin well, but is much inferior to his colleagues both in terms of professional skills and charisma, which makes his character seem fainter than Celine, Victor or Lucian.
Shane Brolly, Sophia Miles and Kevin Grevier played the supporting roles perfectly and for this reason, including, despite not very much screen time provided to them, their characters are quite well revealed.
In general, “Another World” is a unique product of cinema, a kind of almost perfect combination of a strong, well-worked plot and its magnificent implementation with high-quality action and decent acting. Thanks to such a successful combination and a lot of work done by the entire film crew, the film became a cult and one of the best representatives of its genre. Of course, the entire franchise is worthy of attention, but the first “Other World” is the best of the best, both within the series and within the genre.
10 out of 10
One of the best films in the genre of fiction and, in my opinion, the best film about vampires and werewolves. Beginning director Len Wiseman with the help of screenwriters Kevin Grevier and Danny McBride in 2003 created a real miracle. With a modest budget of $ 22 million, he managed to create a stunning fantastic action movie with an original and, importantly, well-thought-out plot, excellent special effects and a very strong acting. “The Other World” collected $ 95.7 million at the world box office and became a cult standard of the genre, later growing into a whole franchise.
In the center of the story is the vampire Celine, who plays a significant role for her clan in the years-long war between vampires and werewolves. Celine is a death worker, every night she and her kind go out on the hunt with one sole purpose - to search for and destroy werewolves one by one. According to the heroine herself during the monologue at the very beginning of the film, werewolves are on the verge of extinction and the war may soon end. She has her own accounts with the Lycans, since many years ago her whole family was brutally slaughtered by their pack, so war has become the meaning of life for her. But, to her surprise, during another night hunt, Celine discovers that werewolves are watching a man - Michael Corwin. Returning from the hunt to the mansion, she informs other warriors of her clan about the incident and claims that the werewolves are not extinct at all, but on the contrary, they are preparing an attack on vampires at a time when they will be especially vulnerable. Vampires, convinced that after the death of the leader (Lucian) werewolves were almost completely exterminated and can not pose any threat, do not believe Celine, considering her fears in vain. But hardened in a long war, Celine is used to trusting her inner instincts, and she decides to find Michael Corvin before the Lycans do, as well as find out what they need him for and prevent the extermination of their relatives. So, Celine finds herself in the very epicenter of the culmination of the confrontation between the two clans, which can become decisive in the history of their existence and forever determine the fate of the main characters, as well as reveal the age-old secrets and true face of each of the acting characters.
The plot of the film is simply magnificent. The original idea of the battle of two popular monsters of cinema (vampires and werewolves) was carefully worked out to the smallest detail and implemented in the best possible way. An important role here is played by the love line, which is a kind of analogy to the story of Romeo and Juliet, but presented here in its own way, without unnecessary emotions, as it should, in accordance with the requirements of the genre. The unsurpassed Gothic atmosphere of the night city and some mystery in the words and actions of the characters make The Other World stylish and significantly stand out from other representatives of the genre. Combat scenes, although not too much, but they are all set perfectly and tastefully, as well as shooting scenes, and excellent camera work and sound engineering only enhance the impression of viewing.
As for the performers of the main roles, everything turned out as well as possible.
Kate Beckinsale, who played the role of the death dealer Celine, is, as they say, an accurate hit “in the bull’s eye.” Previously, the actress played the heroines of romantic comedies, costumed dramas and adaptations of Jane Austen novels, so her appearance in Another World became a kind of resonance, including for herself. For the first time in her career, the actress had to face serious physical exertion and training to come to the ideal form for filming, and it had to be done in a fairly short time. From Beckinsale then depended a lot, she had a great responsibility. If she had not coped with the role, then the film would have been perceived quite differently, since Kate plays the main role here, all events develop primarily around her and it was very important that the viewer saw her as a strong and confident heroine. And fortunately for herself and others, the actress has certainly handled her role better than anyone else. Kate Beckinsale proved that she can handle almost any images and no one doubts that she will have enough strength, charisma, and spirit to pull the image of an action heroine, which was fixed for her as one of her main roles. So now, after twenty years since the release of the film, it is unlikely that in the role of Celine you can imagine any other actress who could so accurately convey the image of the heroine and act as the locomotive of the entire franchise, which later grew up “Underworld”.
Michael Sheen, playing the leader of the werewolves Lucian, was a real discovery for me. His performance caused me genuine delight, and the actor himself caused professional respect. Sheen was certainly able to create on the screen at first glance a rather contradictory image, but later it does not cause rejection, but on the contrary - sympathy and empathy.
Bill Nighy is an amazing British actor, who has long been undeservedly left in the shadow of the attention of critics. Fortunately, not so long ago he was nominated for an Oscar, which is a confirmation of his undoubted talent. Embodying the image of the elder and the most powerful and formidable of vampires – Victor, he added to his portfolio another strong and memorable role, which he coped impeccably, causing both fear and disgust to his character. However, exactly what was required of him.
SCOTT AIDSman, who played Michael Corvin, was not familiar to me before and, to be honest, his performance seemed to me fainter and weaker in comparison with his colleagues. I can’t say that Speedman played badly, but his character caused me almost no emotions.
Also, from the secondary team remembered Shane Brolly, Sofia Miles and Kevin Grevier.
Summing up, I can say that “Another World” is a truly cult film that deserves attention. Even now, celebrating its twenty-year anniversary, the film looks quite decent, which is also due to the fact that Wiseman deliberately minimized the use of computer graphics in the creation of the picture. For me, this is one of my favorite films that has long taken its place in my collection and I enjoy watching it from time to time. And for those of you who think The Other World is bad, or who are trying to find flaws in it, or compare it to other movies, please don’t waste your time criticizing the film because it’s great (and I’m not the only one who thinks so), just go and see what you like.
In 2003, aspiring director Len Wiseman showed the world his debut creation called "Another World", which tells about the centuries-old confrontation between one of the main monsters of cinema - vampires and werewolves. At the disposal of Wiseman was only $ 22 million, but he, along with his colleagues - Kevin Grevier and Danny McBride, managed to create a great fantastic action movie with an interesting and thoughtful plot, excellent special effects and excellent acting, which collected $ 95.7 million at the world box office and became a cult representative of the genre, later growing into a franchise of three sequels and one prequel.
In the center of the plot is the messenger of death (vampire) Celine. Many years ago, her entire family was brutally murdered and since then, the search and destruction of werewolves for revenge has become her meaning of life. During one of the night raids, she discovers that the Lycans are inexplicably preying on a certain person - Michael Corwin. Upon returning to the mansion of her clan, she tells her tribesmen about what happened, but no one believes her, since in their opinion their leader - Lucian has long been dead, and there are few werewolves themselves and soon their race will die out. But the strong and brave Celine is one of the best in her field and is used to trusting her inner instincts, and therefore she is sure that the werewolves have not died out, but on the contrary, strengthen their positions and prepare for an attack on the vampire clan and it is possible that one of their own conspired with them and helps them. Wanting to figure it out on her own, she decides to be the first to find Michael Corvin before the Lycans did it and find out what they need him for, as well as prevent an attack on her relatives, but without realizing it herself, launches a series of events that will reveal the old secrets and secrets of both clans that have been behind the veil for centuries, reveal the true motives of the war participants and forever change the course of history.
The plot of the film is very original and what is important and rare for such a genre - it is thought out and worked out to the smallest detail. Its implementation is beyond praise. After so many years, the film still looks decent, for which we owe Len Wiseman, deliberately minimizing the use of computer graphics in the creation of the picture. All tricks and special effects are performed at the highest level.
The cast deserves special honor:
Kate Beckinsale is generally my favorite actress, but here she is just perfect for the role of the vampire warrior Celine. Having played magnificently, she not only gained even more popularity, but also discovered a new role for herself and others, because before that the actress starred mainly in costume dramas, film adaptations of Jane Austen novels and comedies, and in Another World she proved that the range of her roles is much wider and she deservedly showed herself in action, demonstrating excellent physical training and wonderful acting abilities.
Michael Sheen played Lucian, the leader of the Lycans. A very talented and charismatic actor, whose talent I respect very much, and therefore this role was no exception and was a joy for the eyes. In addition, it was Sheen who managed to make his character multifaceted and despite the fact that his character at first seems rather contradictory, he evokes respect and empathy rather than disgust.
Bill Nighy as Victor, the head and elder of the vampires is incredibly organic and played the role as if it was written specifically for the actor. He managed to evoke during watching at certain moments of the film exactly the emotions that were required of him. His natural and lively performance raises no doubts or claims and inviting this actor to the role was a very sensible decision.
Scott Speedman played the role of Michael Corwin, a man drawn against his will into an ancient clan battle, pretty well. However, in the background of colleagues, his performance seemed to me a little weaker, which made his character for me not as memorable as the other characters in the film. Overall, he played well.
Also in the background involved Shane Brolly, Sofia Miles, Kevin Grevier and Erwin Leder, also well played their roles.
As a result, I can say that “Another World” is a unique “product” of cinema, characterized by an original plot, magnificent action and excellent acting. The film looks clearly richer than its budget and is rightly considered a cult representative of the genre. No matter what anyone says, The Other World in its genre is one of the best and any criticisms and criticisms against it are simply groundless. There are drawbacks here, as elsewhere, but they are so small and insignificant that they are essentially irrelevant compared to the powerful indisputable advantages of this picture. Undoubtedly, Underworld holds a significant place in my collection.
Perhaps the best movie about vampires and werewolves. Despite the rather modest budget, even now, after twenty years since the release of the picture looks very decent and the merit of this is the fact that the director Len Wiseman during the shooting deliberately tried not to resort to computer graphics.
The plot tells about the centuries-old confrontation of one of the most important monsters of cinema - vampires and werewolves. In the spotlight - the businessman of death (vampire) Celine performed by Kate Beckinsale. She is one of the best in her field. Every night she goes hunting and with insatiable thirst destroys all the lycans that come in her way. She has her own past and good reasons to hate them, because every werewolf killed brings her closer not only to winning the war, but also to committing a vendetta. However, as Celine herself said in her monologue in the opening scene, about the end of the clan confrontation: 'It's a pity... This war was the meaning of my life.
Celine notes that the werewolves are looking for a specific person - Michael Corwin and not for food, but for a much higher purpose, informing the rest of the vampires, and in particular - Craven, their interim leader in the absence of elders, but no one believes her, as everyone believes that the werewolves are practically extinct and no longer a threat. But stubborn and accustomed to trust her own instincts, Celine decides to find out everything herself and first find Michael Corvin, until the Lycans did it and this act will cause many subsequent events, shedding light on the secrets previously shrouded in darkness and show the true faces of each of the characters.
The cast is fantastic. Each actor is just perfectly matched for the role, both the main characters and the supporting cast. Especially Kate Beckinsale, Michael Sheen and Bill Nighy as Celine, Michael and Victor, respectively. These three actors are the main treasure of the film, better than them, their roles would not have played, I am sure of it.
The plot is very original. It feels the freshness of the idea and a non-standard approach of the director, not afraid to leave the standard framework of the genre and create something new and unique. I have heard from many people that The Other World is a brazen plagiarism that steals the ideas of its predecessors: The Matrix, Blade or Equilibrium, most often accused of resembling The Matrix, but I did not notice anything after watching and I do not understand where this nonsense comes from, because only a person who is negative about the film can say this. No matter what you say, “Another World” is one of the best fantastic action films, fresh, original and dynamic. This is a cult film that has become one of the best representatives of its genre and it will not get tired of reviewing. And for those of you who think it’s a bad picture and there are better movies, please go and watch them instead of comparing and criticizing and making up flaws.
I first saw this movie in 2006 and immediately fell in love with it, like most of the franchise. Fantastic action film, shot in the Gothic style, telling about the confrontation of vampires and werewolves with a budget of $ 22,000,000, collected $ 95,700,000 and almost immediately became a cult, and the actress who played the main role of the death dealer Celine, Kate Beckinsale, previously starred only in dramas and film adaptations of Jane Austen novels, gained worldwide fame and popularity, proving that action roles are on her shoulder. To this day, this actress is my favorite among all other actresses, both in Hollywood and beyond. As well as “Another World” I consider one of the best in its genre and it definitely long and firmly took its special place in my collection.
In the center of the plot is a vampire warrior Celine, eager for revenge for the long-standing murder of her family and therefore ruthlessly exterminating all the Lycans in her path. She has her own reasons for participating in a centuries-old war. During one of the fights with werewolves, she discovers that the opponents were looking for a certain person - Michael Corwin. Wanting to find out, she decides to find it herself, before the Lycans did it and without realizing it herself, launches a whole chain of events that will reveal the secrets of the two clans that were behind the veil for centuries, show the true motives of both and forever change the course of history.
The film was released in 2003. At that time there were not many films on this topic. So the idea of the film is really original, and it's hard to argue with that. Len Wiseman created his own unique creation, unlike anything else. In addition, Underworld is one of the few films shot from the original script, not from a comic or video game, and I personally believe that this is definitely a plus of this film.
The special effects in the film look very decent and even now, after twenty years, computer graphics do not catch the eye when watching (by the way, it is noteworthy that the director, if possible, deliberately minimized its use when creating the film).
The action scenes are worked out perfectly, the costumes and makeup are made qualitatively, and the combat vampire Celine in a leather cape and with two pistols, masterfully dealing with enemies standing in her way, this is a spectacle that, in my opinion, deserves attention.
By the way, about the actors: it is also impossible not to mention the wonderfully selected cast, which is a certain plus and one of the main reasons for the success of the franchise.
Kate Beckinsale. In my opinion, an exact hit in the image. I don’t know who would have played this role better. She really has some special charm.
Michael Sheen. A wonderful and talented actor with his own charisma. He played perfectly and created a rather contradictory and at the same time, more attractive image of the leader of the lycans Lucian than repulsive.
Bill Nighy. His performance is beyond doubt, a truly talented British actor, as evidenced by his recent Oscar nomination. The role of Victor, the leader of the vampires and one of the three main elders, he succeeded one hundred percent.
Scott Speedman. He played well, but he did not cause much delight on my part. Perhaps, Michael Corvin is the only character to whom I was completely neutral, i.e. he almost did not cause any emotions.
Supporting actors also played well, of the secondary characters most remembered Craven and Eric performed by Shane Brolly and Sofia Miles.
In general, if you like high-quality fiction with an interesting plot and a well-directed action, then I recommend watching Underworld. This film has earned the title of cult and is rightfully considered one of the best representatives of its genre. In my collection of fiction, it definitely takes a confident first place and I am happy to review it from time to time. But, as they say, in taste and color, there are no comrades. This review just sets out my personal opinion, which I do not impose on anyone, so do not judge strictly.
10 out of 10
So, at the beginning of the picture of apparently beautiful vampires in leather tight clothes in the rain. The picture is flying, both at the beginning and throughout the film, which can not be said about the plot holes.
Three vampires looking through binoculars and seeing two werewolves, how did they know they were werewolves? Calculated, smelled or what, in general, the recognition of some - others a mystery not solved in this film.
In the first shootout (the beginning of the film), the vampires saw that they were being kicked off a pair of new bullets that were not there before, but still climb forward and of course no longer fall into them. Super bullets in the same scene appeared for the last time.
The constant change in the balance of forces, vampires seem to be a lot, and werewolves are dying out, but in battles they are always 50-50, although the latter concealed the number, but vampires can not be so stupid. But beautiful as it is. In general, there are many joints in this plan, I will not describe each one.
In general, the film is a cool picture, the idea for the plot with the war is not bad, the idea that vampires and werewolves came from the same ancestor is flying.
Of the minuses, plot holes and sometimes frankly stupid characters with strange motivation.
Another World is probably the only vampire movie (other than Blade) I really liked. Not only did I like it, but I admired it. Here so thought out the story of the enmity between vampires and werewolves, a detailed plot and successfully selected castes that minor flaws (which are in almost any film), do not pay attention.
The year of the film's release is 2003. At that time there were not many films on this topic. At that time, no one knew that Underworld, with a budget of $ 22 million, would raise a box office of almost $ 100 million, become commercially successful and launch an entire franchise, which later won an army of fans of both the film itself and its main treasure - the starring performer Celine - Kate Beckinsale.
First of all, I liked the idea, the story itself. Len Wiseman was able to create his original creation, a masterpiece that has no like. Unlike the same “Resident Evil” filmed on a video game, and despite the abundance of action, which was, in my opinion, not very successful or “Twilight”, which cannot be attributed to any particular genre at all, “Another World” was created and worked out from scratch. The idea of a feud between vampires and lycans was not often mentioned before, and here it found new life thanks to the talent of the director.
Secondly, I want to praise the creators for the high-quality special effects. I repeat: the film was released in 2003 (!), but even now, in 2022, it looks very, very colorful.
And the third advantage of the film (but not the last, you can list them for a very long time) is an extremely well-chosen cast. This is the rare case when none of the actors does not overplay, each took his place and got used to his role. I especially liked Kate Beckinsale. This actress is always great and inimitable to me, but in this film, as Celine, she is especially delightful. I love almost all films with her participation and wish her more roles in successful projects.
It is possible to list the advantages of this creation for a long time. For me, this film has a special meaning because it is associated with pleasant memories and I constantly review it (I think everyone has films that never get bored). Therefore, my assessment:
I, the Death Worker, have sworn to destroy the creatures known as the Lycans. Our war continues for centuries, invisible to human eyes.
I saw this movie for the first time now. Despite the fact that it is already quite old, and by the year 2022, many sequels have already been shot, I decided to discover the universe of Another World only now. I saw this movie on TV in bits and I was impressed by the well-staged action scenes. Finally, I looked at it in its entirety.
For centuries there has been a war between a clan of vampires and Lycans (an ancient race of werewolves). Nowadays, one of the vampire killers Selina learns about the maturing conspiracy, which aims to create a super-being that will be invulnerable and immortal. She has to get to the usual mortal person, in the genetic code of which a dangerous force is hidden.
The film begins quite cheerfully, immediately with action, clearly to interest the audience. But here we go. For the first half an hour I didn’t know what was going on. It felt like I started watching from the middle. In the beginning, there was a short introduction, but it did not give me much. It was necessary to delve into all the subtleties of the confrontation between the two races in the course of action. By the end of the first hour of the film, I had already begun to understand the essence and even got involved. The story itself is a bit corny, and I'm not a fan of such overused topics. Something similar could be seen in one of Blade's sequels, only with the difference between vampires/werewolf and vampires/mutant vampires. Overall, I liked it.
The cast of the film is very good, but with a small mark. The main roles were played by Kate Beckinsale, Michael Sheen and Scott Speedman. If Kate Beckinsale was perfect for the role, I can’t say that about others. Almost all of them look very noticeable. Actors acting as vampires look more aristocratic, and actors playing werewolves look correspondingly more menacing, and it is easy to determine who is in front of you in human form. I don’t like such obvious tips.
For 2003, the picture in “Another World” looks very good. The whole film is in dark gothic tones, and adjusting to a gloomy atmosphere. I don’t know if this is what the director wanted, but it was a little uncomfortable during the viewing.
As for the visual effects, it’s fine. In 2003, special effects were already being used without much need, and disaster films reached a new level of realism. But if he speaks specifically about the “Other world”, then everything is done for the assessment perfectly. Even the fantasy that came out years later is inferior in quality to this film. It’s more realistic and less computer-friendly. Even the transformation of lycans.
Another positive aspect of the film is the action scenes. Seen on TV before, they hooked me. Although I've seen the scenes probably one of the sequels, it's much more modest. The focus is mainly on shootings. Beautifully staged action here really did not see, most likely it will be in the sequels, but at least slow mo. In some places it even resembles the Matrix. Very effective, but, to be honest, it is boring. Spectacular, but slowing down everything you can is not good.
Overall, I liked “The Other World.” The first part sowed intrigue. If the very first film solved a very global problem, then I wonder what will happen next. I'll be sure to read the sequels. In the meantime, I can recommend this film to those who are tired of vanilla vampire melodramas, ala “Interview with the Vampire” or “Twilight”. A lot of action, a very good plot and a great cast attached.
It is extremely difficult for me to judge this film objectively, since werewolves have always attracted me more than vampires, and there are too many scenes in which bloodsuckers deal with wolves. The director clearly takes the side of vampires, but overcoming my outrage, I still have to put everything on shelves.
As an urban fantasy, "Another World" was a big breakthrough. I won’t be surprised if it turns out that the film in Russia decided as a response to Len Wiseman. Fascinating dark blue tones, constant light rain contribute to the fact that watching “Another world” is especially pleasant in October, on the eve of Halloween. Especially since the topic is suitable .
Kate Beckinsale is without a doubt the star of this film. In her performance, Celine is a strong vampire who is not prevented from being sexy. In general, vampires of “Another World” are shown as aristocrats, confronting rough werewolves living almost in the sewers. And a curious fact: among the werewolves either there are no females, or they are so far away that I did not notice them at all. But the vampire lair is a real paradise for Gothic lovers, which is partly myself. The refinement of taste is felt every time we are shown seats with red pillows, a semicircular staircase and especially women's dresses. In such a pleasant society, I would not refuse to spend time! As long as no one is interested in my blood, of course.
Another aspect of the film is the shooting. The lush sounds of gunshots leave behind many action films, including the similar Blade, and high-quality camera work only enhances the impression. I would love to see some scenes in 3D. At the same time, the film has some unfortunate editing. For example, in the view from above, Lucian is ready to land on a beaten road, but in the next frame he descends on a flat pavement. The subway train approaching Celine in absolute silence is the most implausible screamer of all time... but spectacular. It is a shame that the operator often hesitates to show werewolves in their animal form in the light. Or just afraid? Compensating for this delightful loud roar. If I am not disappointed by the hearing, it was created on the basis of the voices of a tiger and ordinary dogs.
What about the plot? Vampires fight werewolves. The relationship between Celine and Michael and the whole drama is built around this. As you can guess, there is a very strained love line, but is it so important when the focus is on the confrontation of iconic monsters?
In general, no matter how much I bite my lips from the fact that werewolves are often exhibited here with cannon fodder, I must admit that the film is good. Beauty Celine, attractive Gothic, underground laboratory delights and a charming mysterious city force me to put:
8 out of 10
There are countless vampire movies, and many of you probably have favorites. I have one, too. This is the "Another World" trilogy.
Although there is nothing to hide, director Len Wiseman, whose “Another World” became his debut work in a big movie, ripped off many of the shooting techniques, editing style and even the soundtrack from the cult Matrix, released four years earlier. But here it is like Shakira, who at the beginning of her career seemed a complete clone of Britney Spears, and eventually became an artist with her unique style of performance and presentation. Unexpectedly for viewers, producers and, probably, even for himself, Wiseman managed to create a picture that confidently took a significant place in world cinema and not only within its genre.
The director and part-time screenwriter came up with a world of confrontation between vampires and werewolves, completely unlike everything that was shown before him. He revealed the evolution of the vampire community, looked into the secrets of their existence and the methods of their survival as a species.
And in many ways, he was helped by a galaxy of the strongest British actors, among whom were Kate Beckinsale, Michael Sheen, and Bill Nighy.
By the way, for Kate, “Another World” became the same step to fame as “Resident Evil” for Milla Jovovich. Before him, Kate got the roles of pretty, romantic girls, whose task was to act as a love interest for the main, mostly American, heroes. And then she appeared in a completely new image of a warrior. And no one has any doubts that the main character here she is, and she has the talent and charisma to bear such responsibility.
The film owes its success to the beauty of the love of a young vampire Selena and Michael the werewolf. Very beautiful couple. But it is curious that at that time Kate Beckinsale was in a relationship with Michael Sheen, who also auditioned for the role of Michael, and eventually got the role of the main Lycan Lucian.
In general, everything is stylish, interesting and dynamic. Only the first three films deserve attention. Further paintings were designed for the formed fan base, and almost completely lost their style and intrigue.
I recently learned that there is a vampire movie franchise called The Other World. I was interested in this, especially the similarity in format and history with Van Helsing, still dark and mystical.
The first film surprised me with the charming Kate Beckinsale starring Celine. It was also unusual to see a lot of blood and various vile scenes that will later be in every movie, now it is usually not seen in horror.
The plot is not the most unusual, typical plot of the collision of two hostile races, that is, clans of vampires and werewolves. There is a plot part, not very complicated and straightforward.
Gloomy color, cold and pale colors give a certain feature of the film, gives a Gothic spirit, which goes in addition to vampire content.
And immediately there is a comparison with Twilight, which just lacked such determination in actions, more active narration and bright moments, well, the actors in Twilight are stone, and their characters are not fully spelled out.
A dynamic film with an unusual visual presentation, a simple plot and good actors gives a breath of fresh air in the current time of uniformity with blockbuster and superheroics. You could say it’s the best movie in the series, though. .
The other world is an extra reason to understand how good the Matrix was. The creators of the picture decided to push under dark glasses and stylish caftans, as well as excessive slow-mo mediocre picture about werewolves and vampires. The conflict is as old as the world, but probably older. We saw a bunch of good horror movies, dramas and even Blade came out - a good action movie. What is it? Self-admiration and a mediocre storyline. What's wrong with the narrative? It is so impulsive, as if the writer when writing just swallowed a handful of coffee beans, washed down with energy, and then the intern brought the track you know what, and he in principle scored on a logical and measured narrative.
You are waiting for: unexpected souls, predictable turns, idiotic and unjustified love line, inexpressive play, lack of motivation and rationality of actions. What is self-admiration? In the absence of dialogue. The characters say something pathetic and predictable, and then the camera takes their close-up: they stand in beautiful poses with these dark caftans, say 'Look! They're cool!' and somewhere around this time, weeping lost potential. It always does. Even fights look like that. That is, opponent A presses opponent B against the wall and then the author takes a close-up, and we see them staring at each other and hissing 3 damn seconds! You can win a fight in that time! Well, of course, after all, young girls and boys 12 years old need to consider in detail how they CLASSY SEE (I wouldn’t be surprised if they later sold merch). Oh, and GG is strong because it's the right thing to do. Neo trained, overcame difficulties, but GG is special, and therefore he needs a light catalyst to become an imba on the map for nothing.
Okay, okay, we're probably watching anime. But even Naruto took a lot of time to realize his huge potential, and here you need to do a couple of actions and voila: a mega-uberultrasuper warrior capable of destroying the experienced and strong, the creatures are ready. Personally, I am not interested in watching a film with a complete lack of a coherent storyline and good characters, which tries to hide behind albeit excellent scenery and graphics.
For Decorations, throwing 5 points is not a sin.
5 out of 10
'Another World' - one of the best fantastic action films, grew into a franchise. And if the subsequent films of the series differed in quality, the original film of 2003 is almost a benchmark in its genre.
The first thing that fascinates 'Another World' is visual. The picture is breathtaking literally from the first frames, a chic gloomy style with an admixture of Gothic causes great aesthetic pleasure. In general, the film is in many ways a classic example of Hollywood of the early zeros - and the already mentioned gloomy atmosphere, and characters dressed in black leather and latex, and slow-mo, even in the production and camera work there is a recognizable style that immediately resembles a bunch of projects. But at the same time ' Another world' does not look secondary at all, on the contrary, all these features of the blockbusters of those years are polished here and presented in the best form, adding a certain charm to the project.
Surprisingly, the plot in 'Another World' is also good. Simple at first glance, the story of the eternal confrontation of vampires and Lycans prepares the viewer a lot of interesting - there are various kinds of undercover intrigues among vampire clans, and betrayals, and unexpected turns, in general, do not really get bored. Especially considering that the action component of the picture is also executed at a decent level. Fight scenes, shootouts staged and filmed perfectly, and even now look very juicy.
Caste is worth celebrating. In principle, the actors coped with their roles plus or minus good, except that Scott Speedman in the image of Michael seemed to me too ordinary and not particularly interesting. This is the fault of the script, not the actor. However, from a purely positive side, I want to highlight Kate Beckinsale and Bill Nighy. The charming Kate played the lead role of the immensely sexy but at the same time dangerous vampire Celine, who was a strong and independent heroine even before it became mainstream. At the same time, she tried to write a good story with a personal drama, which at one moment will also clearly manifest itself in the plot. Well, the image of Celine in tight skin and on high 'platforms', shooting sworn lycans in slow-mo, will not soon fade from your memory. And Bill Nighy turned out just a chic antagonist - inspiring respect and fear of the highest vampire. The actor’s charisma undoubtedly helped make the image of a powerful bloodsucker more alive.
As I said, 'Another World' it's a prime example of a product of its time, but that doesn't make it bad these days. Yes, the graphics are already striking, and some scenes will amuse you with their twisted pathos, but nevertheless ' Another World' this is still one of the best projects on the vampire-werewolf theme, which I recommend everyone to familiarize themselves with, if for some reason you still haven’t done it.
I think anyone who watches this movie right now will celebrate terrifying special effects, boring action and a sprawling love storyline. The problem is that if you review 'Another World' in the post-Twilight (haha) era, then it simply does not work. Perhaps 'Twilight' killed vampires and werewolves in movies for the next few centuries.
***
The plot of the film tells about the difficult fate of a vampire girl specializing in the murder of werewolves. She was picked up by the head of the clan when she was the last survivor of the werewolves attack on the village. Hence the main motivation of the heroine - hatred of werewolves and the desire to cut them all at last. If you are a smart person, and you know what is 'arch', you can guess without spoilers what it translates into next.
The problem of the film is not so much in the obvious plot moves, but in the attempt to build a certain 'another world' (hahaha), and this is five years after 'Blade' in which, in general, all the same was present. Except for werewolves. And the love line. Peacebuilding in 'Another World' comes down to gloomy locations, slow scenes, liters of blood and constant rainy weather. Vampires are shown as such aristocrats, constantly sitting in velvet chairs in pairs-threes and drinking blood from wine glasses. It's a pretty boring sight.
For the rest, the film has become a cult to some extent, but now it looks frankly stupid.
Nowadays, the theme of vampires and werewolves is very popular. If you haven’t seen this movie yet, I recommend you. You know, I don’t watch a lot of movies a few times, only those that don’t get bored for some reason. The painting “Another World” is one of those. I saw him for the first time in 2005, I can’t remember. And that's it. In the home collection there are all parts of the film of another world.
Some people say the picture is scary. I agree only that many moments keep in suspense, thereby maintaining interest for further viewing. After all, it is for such emotions that such pictures are shot. There was nothing I saw that was disgusting in this film. And the fact that it has blood, fights and murders is natural, because the film is primarily about a long war between immortal vampires and werewolves-lycans.
The idea of the film is available to the viewer and, in my opinion, fully disclosed. Its creators very competently shot all parts of the film. And if you look at one of its parts, first of all, there is a feeling of viewing a complete, complete story, and without watching the subsequent ones – this picture will be clear and clear. And at the same time, all the parts are closely related to each other, together they show a more expanded picture.
On the subject:
None of the vampires, and the werewolves for a long time does not remember how their feud began. But it's been going on for centuries. Celine, a vampire woman, long and faithfully serves his clan, destroys werewolves-lycans. As it turned out, much was hidden from her. When she meets an unusual man, Michael, events begin to take place around them. As they gradually reveal their secrets to each other, they draw closer together.
There are always chases, battles. You can't tell me everything, you have to watch.
The cast is amazing. For example, Bill Nighy, who played the head of the vampire clan Victor, coped with his role perfectly. The image is so believable and fits him that it seems the role was written specifically for Bill. A long narrow face, fallen eyes and cheekbones, high stature and thinness together gave a stunning result.
Actress Kate Beckinsale showed the viewer the image of a very serious, intelligent woman with some compassion, Celine. At some point, though, she could be very ruthless.
Magnificent scenery and tricks. The filmmakers also managed to show the world of immortal beings in a dark, gray environment. There were moments too pretentious and too steep. But for such a picture they are perfect. After all, it wasn’t a romantic comedy.
Vampires and werewolves have been fighting an endless war for centuries, about which ordinary people know nothing. Some of the immortals do not remember why powerful species began this enmity, but mutual hatred has not lost its sharpness for many centuries. However, the vampire Celine notices that the balance of forces is changing, and completely imperceptible to the rest. The werewolves have a common goal - the search for a guy, Michael Corwin, whose importance to the tribe of half-wolves is obvious. However, everyone else does not support Celine in her suspicions, and the vampire has to deal with the case herself.
“Another World” is a great example of a fantastic action movie, which still looks very cheerful. Despite the fact that it clearly feels the style of action films zero (all this skin and latex on the characters, attempts in neo-noir, slow-mo with obvious allusions to the Matrix), “Another world” is surprisingly good after 16 years. A great atmosphere, an interesting story, the very concept of the struggle of vampires and werewolves - all this is certainly attractive.
Purely visually, "Another World" is very good - behind all this Gothic neo-noir with eternal rain and exceptionally night scenes there is also a great production. The director and the operator really worked for fame, the camera snatches the most juicy and beautiful angles, so the film looks very stylish.
Action scenes are also good, even if there are not so many of them, but they are skillfully woven into the overall narrative and serve to further develop the plot, and not just crammed for entertainment. Plus the competent use of slow-mo allows you to consider some scenes in all their glory.
The cast is very good, but first of all you need, of course, to highlight Kate Beckinsale, who brilliantly coped with the role of the charming vampire Celine. To her part, Kate not only looks insanely attractive in all this skin and latex, but also plays perfectly within the framework of the image. The second one I want to mention is Bill Nighy, who played the oldest vampire. Thanks to his powerful charisma, the image of Victor was successful.
Summing up, “Another World” is a great representative of the genre, which is not ashamed to review now. The only thing that is outdated in it is computer graphics, which catches the eye in several scenes. But in general, it’s an amazing fantastic film, which in some ways can even serve as an example to modern blockbusters.
The beginning of the story of Celine or Chronicles of blood feud: the first part
Fantasy action movie. The picture, which launched a series about the confrontation between vampires and werewolves. A picture that I love with all my heart, a picture that I can look at endlessly and enjoy. I remember that I first met her in the fourteenth year on the advice of a friend - and fell in love with her, then I watched the parts already released at that time in a volley, and even went to the movies on the fifth, but I still love the first picture more than everyone else. And here's my brief opinion - an ode to the best vampire paintings. Despite my love for this creation, I will allow myself to consider not only the pros, but also the disadvantages that I noticed a couple of years ago, but I am ready to outline now. Let's get started.
So, pluses:
1. Atmosphere - what do I love in the first place & #39; The Other World & #39; (and not just me)? That's right, to the atmosphere. Before us will unfold one Eastern European capital with recognizable architecture. All events occur at night, with the moon unchanged. Music, actors, clothes - everything works to create an atmosphere. For this I can only praise, because this level of this aspect I have seen only in one picture - this is ' Dracula' with Gary Oldman, only there managed to immerse the viewer in the atmosphere as well as here.
2. Original story - what can you write about vampires? It turned out to be the best. After all, here we are watching the confrontation between vampires and werewolves, which has lasted for more than a thousand years, and which has no end in sight. And in the center of the story is a young vampire, leading a hunt for werewolves, driven by personal revenge. And the story does not stand still, and we are waiting for a few steep turns that have succeeded, and the inexperienced viewer can plunge into shock. I can not spread about the further history, so as not to spoil the viewing for people who have not yet familiarized themselves with the picture, but if you have already watched, then you already know everything.
3. Vampires in modern times - I can only say that I have never seen a better picture that could transport vampires to the modern world without losing the atmosphere. As a rule, such attempts are unsuccessful, but not in this case. Assault rifles, pistols, machine guns, cartridges with special ammunition, cars, infrastructure - all managed to adjust for vampires.
4. Interesting characters - in addition to our favorite beauty in latex costume Celine, here remember almost all the characters and the second plan, and even the third, which do not focus your attention. Even villains (although this concept is stretchable in this universe) are gradually penetrated, and the actors really try, without this nothing would have happened.
5. The creators managed to show a real war of two kinds with blood, pain, suffering over an average budget (twenty lemons). Although there is something to complain about - in the final shootout, in addition to its beginning, the parties somehow completely forgot about military tactics, so the shootout looks like a real shooting range, which is sad.
6. The finale - it's done with a run-off, and it worked. Whether the creators had a chuyka, or lucky, but in the end, with its total budget (forty lemons), the picture was able to collect almost ninety-six, and I am happy to admit this. Of course, then began to slide into dullness, but before that there will be two more paintings, which I will write about.
So, the disadvantages:
1. Stupidity is mainly about the script. I understand that this is the original script, but still some say so ' details ' this world I have difficulty believing, and the brain begins to ask questions that no one will answer. I can't turn a blind eye. Compared to the rest of the series, this seems like nothing more than a joke.
2. It is difficult to determine the location of the action - what is happening in Eastern Europe I learned with difficulty, because the creators of this case carefully disguised. I thought everything was happening in an American town. Why would I say that? Yes, because of the inscriptions in English, and only when I began to look closely I realized that they were trying to deceive me.
And one more point - I definitely recommend everyone to see the picture in the original - you will have a great pleasure. Russian dubbing is good, I do not argue with this, but the original intonations of the actors are still perceived better in their native language.
A bit about the main characters:
1. Celine played by Kate Beckinsale is a vampire, werewolf hunter. Always sure I'm right. Strong and brave. A real star role of the beautiful Kate, which makes itself felt until now. She is beautiful in shootings, and in dramatic scenes she is not inferior to her colleagues in the workshop. Whole pen Kate!
2. Lucian played by Michael Sheen is a charismatic werewolf leader. Driven by revenge, but not lost his mind. He's my second favorite hero after Celine. One of Michael's best roles. His character turned out to be ambiguous (and for me more positive).
3. Victor, played by Bill Nighy, is a vampire clan elder and one of the most powerful warriors. He enjoys absolute authority among vampires, as well as respect from Celine. Victor is known for his adherence to the rules for violation of which death awaits. Bill is so fit for this role that he takes pride.
Also, as for the tagline, I am for vampires!
As a result, we have a fantasy action movie with an excellent vampire atmosphere, an original story with interesting twists, good shootouts and wonderful acting work, especially the beautiful Kate Beckinsale in a magnificent latex suit.
8 out of 10
Vampire cinema didn’t come out of nowhere ten years ago. And before Twilight there were works of art of varying degrees of quality and in the distant two thousand-third year we could see the beginning of another vampire saga, but it was like a movie with a more masculine drama, with a gloomy atmosphere and other broadcast values. It is worth saying that the basis of the setting of the franchise “Another world” is the plot of the board game “Vampires”. The Masquerade and to this day I did not know about it, and therefore neither then nor now could not perceive this film as a film adaptation, but what struck me at the first viewing – the elaboration of the atmosphere and Gothic entourage. Now I was watching with an eye on the patient close observation of the film. I will share my thoughts and thoughts on this.
The plot tells about the confrontation between the Vampires and Werewolf, two clans operating outside the human field of view. And the human race is drawn into this confrontation. There is Celine, a beautiful and charming girl in latex who destroys Lycanthropes in the name of revenge for the death of her family, and Michael Corvinus, a human descendant of an ancient family, who is destined to play a decisive role in this confrontation. The whole plot is a comprehension of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet through an action movie in a vampire entourage, the plot is not really full of some high artistic quality, but strong enough to have the right to exist. It is revealed in the best traditions of vampire love stories, but superimposed on such atmosphere and material looks pretty good. I'll give you four stars out of five.
It can be briefly described as “Stylistic action with a bad script”. Why action is simple and clear, the genre is such, vampires fight against werewolves, and nothing else. No cultural background, no philosophy, no psychology. Why stylistic – because almost the main emphasis in the film is made on catchy, stylish visual scenes, to which the script is attracted by the ears. For example, the most beautiful scene in advertising - when the heroine shoots through the floor around her and falls down - is just a lure for the audience: in the film, this is a penetration of the floor, firstly, three times longer, and therefore not so fascinating, and secondly, it is completely meaningless - werewolves who gallop on the walls, catch up with the heroine and in the hatch into which she fell with a piece of the floor. And if she had just shot the Lycanthropes running at her for 15 seconds, she could have killed every one of them.
Such logical inconsistencies in the film are full. It would be excusable for an entertainment film if we were shown stunning or at least promo-worthy action scenes. But all the contractions, not only that they give a secondary (the Matrix, the Terminator constantly slips), but also for the most part are fragmentary, meaningless and... they are few! Most of the film is occupied by negotiations - this is the recipe for action by Wiseman. But there is no denying that it is very beautiful, the other question is that it is almost always unfounded plot. The image of Victor, the head of a clan of vampires, gives the impression of being strong and invincible and a little taken aback when he saw how easily he was defeated. A lot of what we know about vampires doesn't work here -- they don't turn into a haze, they don't show up in the mirror, the devil is in the little things, and there's a lot of inaccuracies here, but I've made a discount on the features of this kind of vampire. Visibility here at a good level, excellent shootouts and fights, in terms of dynamics there is room to move, but there is a lot of talk. The atmosphere is too gloomy, but everything is interesting and unusual and the film was able to find its viewer. I'll put three and a half out of five for entertainment.
Activity does not cause negative emotions. For Kate Beckinsale, the image of Celine became one of the key in her acting career, since, I think, folk love came after she was shooting shaggy creatures in latex. This outfit definitely suits her, there are few emotions, but she knows how to express them strongly. Scott Speedman in the role of Michael Corvinus is not bad, both of these actors created their own versions of Romeo and Juliet and maybe it’s not so obvious, but the reading turned out to be good, and it’s more of a reference, good, having a right to life. Michael Sheen plays a great leader of the Lycan Lucian clan here. If you compare with the main Volturi in Twilight, Lucian wins in all articles, and most importantly - in persuasiveness. Bill Nighy as Victor is also sympathetic. If you evaluate the game as a whole, I will estimate four stars according to this criterion.
The musical accompaniment of the film is also worthy of a mark, the melodies sound well and emphasize the sharpness of the moment. Other small sounds, such as stepping on the floor or opening a door, are so organically woven into the overall scheme of sound that they do not look foreign. There are no questions about this.
In general, a good movie about vampires, made in the style of a Gothic action movie with a touch of drama. There is a little “Matrix” in the productions of battle scenes, there is a little “Crow” in the style of costumes, which are dressed by the main characters and live in the scenery of “Batman”. The debut in the big movie director Len Wiseman can be considered a success. So far, this movie looks great and leaves a pleasant impression on itself. I liked it, and I got nine points. My opinion may differ from yours, there is nothing wrong with this, so good and pleasant viewing!
9 out of 10
The Other World franchise I discovered back in school, around the time of my brief fascination with Twilight. When I started watching The Other World, I was completely disappointed in Twilight. Because it's a completely different representation of legendary creatures, their ancient war and impossible love. And much more exciting and exciting. I have long wanted to write a review about the first part of the franchise Another world!
In the ancient war between vampires and werewolves, which secretly continues to this day, one of the best Lycan hunters, or Death Dealer, vampire Celine reveals the plan of the leader of the werewolves Lucian - to find a descendant of a common ancestor of vampires and werewolves, to use his blood to create a hybrid that can once and for all defeat vampires. They turn out to be a young doctor Michael Corvin, whom Celine takes under his protection, thereby violating many prohibitions of her clan. Now the hunt begins on her, and not only werewolves but also vampires follow her.
I always like supernatural fantasy, but there aren’t many films of this genre that I would like. But the Other World liked it right away. It has a very well-thought-out backstory about the first vampires and werewolves, about the ancient war that is fought between the immortals, and when everything is transferred to modernity, it adds modern weapons of struggle - bullets with liquid silver and ultraviolet light. It is worth highlighting a well-developed hierarchy of power, especially in the vampire society - when for many centuries they have established a system of transferring power to one of the elders.
The next thing to notice is the atmosphere of the film. Everything happens at night or in dark rooms. This gives the film a special aesthetic beauty. After all, the battle of the immortals takes place in secret from the ordinary world, so it is logical that the battle is fought under the cover of night. At the same time, the Other World remains a militant - there are many scenes of fights, shootouts, hand-to-hand fights, when vampires and lycans fight in their true guise - terrible wolves and frightening bloodsuckers.
The cast was also good: the ball is ruled by the magnificent Kate Beckinsale, who played the role of Celine - a cold-blooded werewolf killer with radiant eyes, porcelain skin, in a spectacular latex suit and a cloak armed with two pistols, which is considered the best of the Death Dealers, and which will not stop until the vampires win the war. Everything changes when she meets Michael Corvin (Scott Speedman), who is the key to ending the war, and whom she protects, and also begins to experience feelings that violate all the prohibitions of the vampire society.
It seems that it was after this film that I noticed Michael Sheen, who played the fierce leader of the werewolves Lucian. Hiking in another world, I first encountered the fact that the main villain likes no less than the main characters. But Lucian was so charismatic and mesmerizing (I remember Michael’s eyes especially), and then it turns out, with a tragic backstory, that he can’t help but be sympathetic.
A special mood gives the film and the participation of the legendary Bill Nighy in the role of the domineering and ruthless Elder of the order of vampires Victor, who just need to be present in the frame, so that the scene became truly royal proportions.
Another World is the first installment of the longest-running vampire franchise to date. This is a good start, which sets the tone for the entire series of films, with great potential for the development of the plot. I can’t say that now I’m especially waiting for the continuation (already the sixth part!), but the first (and second) part of the Other World for me will forever remain almost the standard of confrontation between the supernatural – vampires and werewolves!
9 out of 10
Werewolves do not tolerate silver. Therefore, we quickly remove bullets from them so that they do not die during interrogation.
- What happens next?
- Put those bullets back in.
Named this first movie is the most successful of all the series of “Another World”. Watching it as a child on a videotape, the picture captured my imagination. The story of the war between vampires and werewolves seemed incredibly interesting, cool and dizzying. The idea of the film is gorgeous, and the first film is the coolest. Many years later, I recently revisited it, and to be honest, I enjoyed watching it. Of course, nostalgia did its job, but it is certainly one of the most vivid and curious films about the world of vampires and werewolves.
In this story, we see how blind humanity is, because for many centuries there have been two races: vampires and werewolves. They live in the shadows and in secret, because they are fewer. There is a bloody war between these two races. Meet the vampire Celine. She's a warrior and the perfect machine to kill werewolves. During her long, vampire life, Celine killed countless werewolves. Her clan of vampires is sure that almost all werewolves are exterminated, but the heroine discovers a huge plan of werewolves.
I am the Dealer of Death, sworn to destroy the creatures known as the Lycans. Our war has been going on for centuries, invisible to human eyes. But all this is about to change. "
The key to this war is a mortal who has interesting DNA and can become a super-being. The most interesting thing is that between him and Celine, feelings break out, and we see a rabid story of vampires and werewolves, a story of a long war, deception, love and deceit.
The movie is very cool. Each scene is so spectacular, atmospheric. A lot of little things are thought out, so this vampire movie is great. Celine's character is delightfully beautiful. She is beautiful and brave, this is one of the most famous roles of Kate Beckinsale. She's good in this movie and you can't get away from her.
I love the script of this first movie. The viewer is waiting for a series of surprises, surprises, skeletons in the closet. It was really interesting to watch this movie. The cast was successful, and especially vampires in the person of Bill Nighy, Sophia Miles and Shane Brolly. The film has a lot of fascinating scenes that you can not break away from. There is everything: a cool story, and the quality of filming, and the action scene, so the viewer will undoubtedly enjoy watching this blockbuster.
"Another World" is a vampire action movie in the genre of fantasy and thriller in 2003. The film by American director Len Wiseman turned out to be a cult in its genre. I love this part and it deserves attention. Thank you and enjoy watching!
They weren't lycans. You killed them. Did you wait for my trust after you killed my family?
- Yeah. I took them from you. But I gave you a lot more. Isn't the exchange fair? You have received from me a great gift – eternal life.
- The one you took from your daughter? From a native man!
- I loved my daughter! But in her womb she carried a degenerate who was a symbol of the betrayal of me and the entire clan. I did what I had to do because I was protecting my species. And now I have to do it again.
Vampires these charismatic bloodsuckers for a hundred years do not walk from the pages of books and movie theaters. True, the main emphasis in displaying vampire themes each era carries a different shape and shade. Once vampires were heroes of a purely horror genre, gothic, sticky and secretly sexualized; literally from the last decade, vampires turned into noble lovers and ancient creatures suffering from their nature, but invariably looking for the love they find in the face of another “not like everyone else”, but completely spinless schoolgirl. However, not so long ago in the 90s and 00s vampires suddenly became heroes of action movies and their concept was very suitable for this genre. It was on this wave that the series of films Another World rose. Although I saw a couple of movies, they didn’t really impress me. However, the other day I had the chance to check out the first film.
I can tell you that the movie looks much better than I remember. Perhaps, as a school-motron, I didn’t see anything in the film except Kate Beckinsale’s elastic ass in latex and action scenes, but I didn’t remember that there was a rather complex plot in the film with double frames, conspiracies and love backgrounds of ancient times. But if you do not delve into the twists of history, then before us there will be a rather churned narrative about how the vampires of the century are at war with werewolves, and what a simple man can expect because of his pedigree caught between two fires, as well as about the nascent feelings in the dead heart of one incredibly beautiful and dangerous vampire Selina.
Cinema can boast of good actors in secondary roles: the same Bill Nighy, exceptionally good in his role as the ancient vampire Victor, and Michael Sheen is well beasted as a leader of werewolves. Kate Beckinsale is beautiful, she's just, it's hard to put into words, I want to look at her, be there for her, smell her hair. Wait, I'm thinking of the wrong place. In any case, this role landed on her as infused. I'll be honest, I'm better than she's ever seen. The only subsidence of the picture is the main character Michael. Not only that, his character was written in just three words: a doctor, a good guy, and the actor does not try to get anything interesting out of him. Of course, he is not a walking despondency, but he noticeably stands out for his emptiness against the background of all the other heroes of the film.
In general, the film is very dark, due to which the special effects do not sag so much, and the action looks very halim in places, but mostly holds the brand. Cinema even manages not to abuse slow-mo, which for the militant of those years can be called a feat. Well, somewhere on the edge of consciousness I remembered that there was music in the film, some kind of music, but there was - not annoying, and even then for the joy.
In short, the film is good and all vampire lovers and Kate Beckinsale have watched it for a long time, and not once. So why not revisit it on another frosty, dark evening. Believe me, the movie is worth it.
When I went to the movies, I didn’t expect the effects of werewolves and vampires. I was only 13 years old. I can say that I didn’t watch Bram Stoker’s Dracula at the time, so I didn’t make any decisions in advance. It was interesting to see that, though.
To business. We are introduced to two great clans of werewolves and vampires. They trace their roots to a single ancestor. They have been fighting for centuries for power over people and the world in particular. The war was brutal and bloody and continues to this day.
The story is told from the perspective of the vampire girl Selina, who seeks out and destroys werewolves for centuries. Selina is not a princess or daughter of Dracula, she is a typical fighter. While pursuing werewolves, she notices a guy named Corvinus (as a relative of both later turned out). That is, the chosen one, who, according to legends, must end the war between the two. After the victory over the wolves, the heroine begins to be interested in the young man and slowly imbues with sympathy for him. And soon she learns about the werewolves conspiracy and that her fate is not unambiguous.
Interestingly, the gloomy atmosphere of the film does not strain, but on the contrary fascinates. I am not a fan of Gothic as such. The film is reminiscent of a detective where the characters go to great lengths to unravel the truth from beginning to end. Follow the development of events is very interesting, the plot is sometimes not clear. I liked the story and the reasons for war between warring clans and that vampires and werewolves are a species. This also has real roots in life.
Interesting enemies who really want to destroy the clan of vampires, how much to avenge the humiliation and restore justice. Villains are heroes too.
It's nice to watch an episode where the heroines reveal her origins and why she was converted. When the one she loved was the one who made her immortal. And how she reacts to that.
In general, the actors coped with their task at 5. What they were particularly good at conveying is that war and politics have common roots. Good can be evil and evil can be good.
It's a good movie. I've seen it several times. All the scenes of turning into wolves were filmed very well. Just like Twilight. Kate herself plays very well - a warrior against werewolves. She's a vampire herself. The guy was sorry for me - all exhausted when he turned into a wolf. I don’t know the other actors, but they’re all good. Respect and honor. Here we go. The plot of the film is original - vampires against werewolves. Cruel. That's all. What else can I say? Oh yes, Celine herself looks very sexy in tight clothes. Yes, and on her face she is good - with such a thing to be a couple of hours in bed. Anyway, she's an honorable girl. The werewolves and vampires themselves are made very qualitatively - just like living ones. The scenery in the film is amazing. In general, the first two parts I liked less than the third – there is already a plot more interesting, and special effects at the height and in general, the 3rd part is the best in the franchise. But that's in my opinion. Anyway, a good movie came out. I forgot to add – the dark atmosphere gives the film even more tension, which is a plus. But then the director went through with the darkness - it was very dark.
The philosophy of the film is that there are things like vampires and werewolves. And then there are warriors like Celine. That's it. And the film teaches you to be kinder and not be like vampires and werewolves, otherwise be war. Like that.
Another world is a good action movie about vampires and werewolves. Everybody watch. I get one point for being too dark in the movie. It's okay. From me to the movie.
9 out of 10
Throughout the history of cinema and the genre of horror films in particular, vampires and werewolves were incredibly frequent heroes of numerous paintings, the number of which can be listed, almost indefinitely. Almost always repeating themselves and not daring to any sharp experiments with the origen of both cult monsters of cinema. However, it is this rare phenomenon of a revolution, perhaps, and it is worth considering this film directed by Len Wiseman.
Perhaps it was in the 2000s that there was a fashion for the confrontation of certain monsters on screens. Freddy Krueger will face off against Jason Voorhees, the Predators decide to hunt the Aliens. This approach to history allowed not only to refresh the Origen vampires and werewolves as much as possible, but also became one of the main advantages of this tape.
The plot of the picture almost immediately immerses the viewer in a very detailed and huge world. Without giving any explanation for the beginning of the conflict, but reasonably pushing this very confrontation of vampires and werewolves on the screen. In some places, of course, there is a certain legacy of William Shakespeare’s classic Romeo and Juliet. It can not but be pleased that the love line on the screen develops absolutely not trivial and it is easy to shift to the background. Not allowing it to be detrimental to the integrity of the narrative and not turning everything into a soap opera. What perhaps holds both the visual tonality of the picture and the narrative itself within the framework of the plot as a whole. Allowing you to repeatedly change your mind about who is bad and who is good, werewolves or vampires?
It is impossible not to mention the excellent visual component of the picture. The director of this film Len Wiseman not only never gave the appearance of a lack of directorial experience behind his back, but also made a film that looks much more expensive than his relatively modest budget. Visually, the film is made very stylish, high-quality and clip. Creating the impression of a symbiosis of "Blade", "Matrix", "Crow" and "Equilibrium". The film itself perfectly recreated on the screen a rather gloomy, gothic and heavy atmosphere. Almost without losing in the dynamics and integrity of the narrative throughout the tape.
One of the main keys to the success of the picture is the appointment of the magnificent Kate Beckinsale to the main role. The actress very effectively and convincingly got used to the image of a very cool warrior. Moreover, willingly pleasing the eyes with its attractive appearance and pleasant “outside” dressed in a magnificent suit of latex and leather. A little ambiguously played his role Scott Speedman. But not at all from the point of view of the game, how much from the point of view of such as the plot did not allow the image to be fully revealed. Except for the final act of the tape. Absolutely magnificent in his role Michael Sheen, who, albeit kept in the background, but certainly created an extremely charismatic and vivid image on the screen. Perfectly got into the image and Shane Brolly, who perfectly embodied on the screen the image of cowardly, mean and duplicitous Craven. The main pleasant surprise was the opportunity to see the Englishman Bill Nye in an absolutely unexpected role. Usually playing eccentric goodies, he looked incredibly cool, authentic and brutal in the form of a cruel vampire Victor.
9 out of 10
Another world is more than a worthy directorial debut of Len Wiseman, which brings two cult monsters of cinema into confrontation. Very stylish, gloomy, gothic and effect from a visual point of view and quite fresh, original and intriguing within the plot. Allowing with great pleasure to plunge into the magnificent screen world and willingly demand “continuation of the banquet”.
In short, what do you know about vampires and werewolves? I think a lot because everyone has seen movies or heard stories about them. Personally, I love the stories and movies associated with them. That's why I watched a film about the collision of two species that lived fighting until one of them was completely wiped out. And this is [Another World].
In short, we are presented with a world in which mankind did not even suspect the existence of two warring races. Vampires and Lycans - their confrontation lasted for many centuries, and while the vampires won, at least so they thought. But the main character, Selina, a vampire, had suspicions that the most powerful leader of the Lycans, who was considered dead, was still alive and that they had been preparing for something all this time. And she was right. Lycans hunted for a man, Michael, Scott Speedman, but for what purpose, Celine was to know. And that’s where the most interesting thing begins.
I liked the movie. For 2003, the film was a highlight, as it had both an interesting plot and a bunch of really good action, and the main character was a girl, beautiful and charming. Now let's touch on a little bit. The plot in the film is interesting and even in some moments intriguing. Action in the film happens every 5 minutes, from which you do not get tired of quite simple dialogue. However, the action was good for its time, because now it looks too simple, and they do not convey the realism of the action. What was really exciting was the cast. Most actors, well played their characters, conveyed all the sensations and emotions. And now let’s talk about the disadvantages, of which there are quite a few, or rather only one. The main disadvantage of the picture is its narrative, in which we are not very accessible to explain how these races appeared and why they struggle. It is because of this that many questions remain unanswered after the film. And so I can advise this film to everyone who loves good fantasy, with an interesting plot, good actors and a good action.
Want to see the feud between vampires and werewolves? Then you're right there. Vampires almost completely exterminated werewolves, but the latter found a way to stop this feud, and for this they need a person with whom to create a super-being.
The film itself is similar to the trilogy "Blade" and the game "BloodRayne", but in fact the narrative is very similar to "Resident Evil". And at once you willfully transfer to the beginning of the two thousandth, and it is very pleasant. Given that the film was released in 2003, the computer graphics did very well, and the plot and actors were at the level. It is also worth noting that battles between clans occur mainly from firearms, but with their lotions, which can easily kill a particular race.
Len Wiseman marked the beginning of a pretty good and interesting franchise, and the cast led by Kate Beckinsale helped him turn all his ideas into reality. So let’s see how the franchise develops in the future, and so far everything is fine.
Perhaps now is the best time to leave your review of the debut Other World before the release of the Blood Wars years later. Traditionally, my personal opinion at the beginning is a great movie. Director Len Wiseman incredibly successful debut in directing and showed how talented you can shoot a fantastic action movie with computer graphics and special effects, having a paltry budget of $ 22 million. All the positive elements create a unique atmosphere in the film. Everything in order.
First of all, the right decision was the idea that the opposing sides of vampires and Lycans were waging their war far away from people’s eyes. This idea is perfectly embodied in the title of the film – Another World. It is as if we were told, “The world we do not know.” Kind of the flip side of the coin. This approach provides a unique Gothic atmosphere, despite the fact that the film takes place in our cities. However, we are increasingly shown a coven of vampires, in which everything is very vampire-like and dungeons of Lycans, where they conduct some experiments on the selection of the right blood. Even in the founder and model of the genre - Blade - there was no such gloomy atmosphere. After all, Blade, being a day vagrant, constantly ran down the street, and even during the day.
Secondly, the dark atmosphere is greatly enhanced by the right music. It's either some loud drums or some modern heavy alternative. For example, the composition that was played during the first transformation of Michael Corwin in a police car is a masterpiece, the moment was very strong. The right music always enhances the viewer’s impression of the film. Confirmation of this can be found in all the popular big-budget blockbusters – The Matrix, Star Wars, The Lord of the Rings, Pirates of the Caribbean... everywhere music for five points.
Thirdly, the unique play of actors is fascinating. Since all the main characters except Michael are not human, the actors perform them accordingly. Whether it’s an emotionless Celine, an impulsive Craven, or a violent Victor, none of them are human. This game of actors enhances the same atmosphere. Due to this, the film is very interesting to watch in those moments when there is no action.
And all this work was done without the seemingly necessary budget. Total 22 million. Over the past 7 years, only two equally high-quality films come to mind: Riddick 2013, shot for 38 million and Predators 2010, shot for 40 million. The rest of the flurry of low-budget fiction can be safely thrown into the trash. I will strain my memory and list some of these: Warriors of Light, Legion, Shepherd, Hercules: the beginning of the legend, Red Riding Hood. I think it was possible to continue the list, but I do not want to remember all this slag, besides, these films are fortunately erased from my memory. There were better pictures: Witch Hunters, Pandorum, Judge Dredd, The Last Witch Hunter, I'm Frankenstein, Dracula, Victor Frankenstein. These movies are normal. But The Other World set a bar in 2003 that none of them reached. While many of them have significantly higher budgets, look at the Last Witch Hunter’s 90 million figure, but it doesn’t feel like it when you watch it.
Later, unfortunately, but the franchise The Other World still lost quality, revealing the viewer the 4th part of Awakening. It was the atmosphere that was killed at the root by the plot - Lycans and vampires are now being destroyed by people for nothing. Apparently, the writers have forgotten the bitter experience of Blade: Trinity. This was also considered the worst in the series, because the film lost everything that he was loved for, and left very little, namely the main character who kills vampires. Well, whatever it was, but the Awakening brought the creators the most successful box office in the entire series of the franchise, and soon we will see the Blood Wars, which, I fear, will be the same quality as the Awakening, which in turn will finally transfer the franchise from the shelf of a great movie to the shelf of normal evening pastime on the couch. It is a pity that Len Wiseman again did not want to take the reins and take the director's chair, it would give more confidence in the upcoming release. Well, let's wait and see, maybe some of this will work. Well, from me, the Other World is a lower grade, it is excellent.
All good, drink only human blood!
9 out of 10