31/31
Dark as the devil’s ass
Story
Hellboy and newcomer B.P.R.D. In the 1950s, they are sent to the Appalachian Islands, where they discover a remote community ruled by witches, led by a sinister local demon, the Crooked Man. It is reported to have a budget of $20 million, the lowest of the four adaptations. Reverend Watts: It’s dark down there.
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Knees Shakin Written by Don Alexander Performed by Don Terry Courtesy of Resnik Music Group By arrangement with Mutiny Recordings. “Hellboy: The Crooked Man” attempts to revive the world of the iconic character, but faces serious challenges that prevent it from reaching the heights of Guillermo del Toro’s films. The low budget isn’t enough to capture the grandeur and complexity of Hellboy’s world, resulting in a rather limited effort overall. It seems like they tried to reboot Harry Potter with a budget equivalent to one episode of an average CW show.
Another weak point is the cast
Although the production team clearly tried to fix the flaws, it was a difficult task. The acting is weak and often unconvincing, even less realistic and scarier than the roles in “Power Rangers”. However, Jack Kesy as Hellboy is one of the few positives. I hope this role opens doors for him because it’s one of the few things that really works in the movie.
However, the sound editing, especially the jumping, is too over the top
The make-up and special effects also feel cheap and uninspired, failing to create an immersive experience and the attempt to build a spooky atmosphere fails, giving it an amateurish feel. On the other hand, the film’s atmosphere, albeit limited, is a positive aspect along with the soundtrack, which features haunting tunes that add to the dark and mystical tone the film is about. “Hellboy: The Crooked Man” is a film that tries to capture the essence of a complex universe with limited resources, resulting in a film that feels more like a fan-made project than a true reimagining of the character. It’s an example of how a low budget can seriously compromise a film’s potential, even with a genuine effort from the production team.
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