Underworld: Blood Wars

Underworld: Blood Wars, the fifth instalment in the Underworld film series, has Selene (Kate Beckinsale), a vampire death dealer, attempt to bring to an end the eternal war between vampires, and the Lycan (werewolves). However, she faces great difficulty, simultaneously fending off attacks from both the Lycan and her former vampire coven. The former seek knowledge of the whereabouts of her daughter (believing that her DNA will make them invincible), the latter do not trust her.

The film moves fast as Selene quickly comes to realise who she can, and cannot, trust. However, the film does not rise to any great level of complexity. In essence, the film is a series of action or shoot-out scenes. Consequently, it is easy to comprehend, even for those not familiar with the series. This is a film for the fans of the series; or those seeking a quick action-packed film. (RP)

★★

BY RAFFAELE PICCOLO