This episode of Underworld: Awakening was more episodic than storytelling; a difference from all the past Underworld films. Don't let that thought scare you off though, because Awakenings comes off as a competent, well done movie that draws you in and keeps you entertained throughout.
Kate Beckinsale is as fabulous (and gorgeous!) as ever, and she really carries the weight of this cinematic offering on her shoulders. I've read a number of interviews with Ms. Beckinsale in which she repeatedly states how much she enjoys making the Underworld films; and this attitude clearly shines through throughout her performance.
Directed by Marlind & Stein--two Swedes who have co-directed a number of films overseas--Underworld: Awakenings flows smoothly, and integrates a number of new aspects into the story with ease, and you, as an audience member, are guided along with little effort.
The supporting cast of [mostly] unknowns includes Charles Dance (Game of Thrones, Gosford Park), India Eisley, Stephen Rea (V for Vendetta), Michael Ealy and Theo James is well-cast and they each perform their respective parts quite well.
As with all Underworld films, the stunts are wonderful, the editing is top notch, and music really carries you along at the pace the filmmakers intend.
Underworld: Awakenings is fun, fast-paced, likable, and leaves a very wide opening for yet another chapter in this dark saga. For fans of the Underworld franchise, I highly recommend this latest offering.
This film is definitely a buyer. In fact, I'm going to be sure I complete my story set by adding Underworld: Awakenings when it is released on DVD.
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