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Underworld: Rise of the Lycans (2009) 6.6
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Metascore: 44/100
Reviews: 159 user | 159 critic | 14 from Metacritic.com An origins story centered on the centuries-old feud between the race of aristocratic vampires and their onetime slaves, the Lycans. Director:Patrick Tatopoulos |
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| Bill Nighy | ... | ||
| Rhona Mitra | ... | ||
| Steven Mackintosh | ... | ||
| Kevin Grevioux | ... | ||
| David Aston | ... | ||
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Geraldine Brophy | ... | |
| Leighton Cardno | ... | ||
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Alex Carroll | ... |
Young Lucian
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| Elizabeth Hawthorne | ... | ||
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Jason Hood | ... | |
| Mark Mitchinson | ... | ||
| Tania Nolan | ... | ||
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Timothy Raby | ... |
Janosh
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The prequel story traces the origins of the centuries-old blood feud between the aristocratic vampires and their onetime slaves, the Lycans. In the Dark Ages, a young Lycan named Lucian emerges as a powerful leader who rallies the werewolves to rise up against Viktor, the cruel vampire king who has enslaved them. Lucian is joined by his secret lover, Sonja, in his battle against the Vampire army and his struggle for Lycan freedom. Written by Anonymous
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Every war has a beginning.Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated R for bloody violence and some sexuality | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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Language:
EnglishRelease Date:
23 January 2009 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
Underworld 3 See more »Box Office
Budget:
$35,000,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend:
£990,285 (UK) (23 January 2009)Gross:
$45,802,315 (USA) (27 February 2009)Company Credits
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Sonja: My feelings?
Viktor: They worm their way into our lives and we forget the travesty of their birth. I myself had tenderness towards Lucian, he could've been anything... a death dealer perhaps.
Sonja: Yes... perhaps.
Viktor: But he was not as we are was he?... did you help him escape?
Sonja: Help him? Of course not.
Viktor: Are you lying to me?
Sonja: There many things I have done against your will, but ...
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Written by Aaron Robinson
Performed by Ghosts On The Radio
Produced by Sean Gordon
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Did You Know?
Trivia
While filming this movie, Michael Sheen was asked by Ron Howard if he could record a quick moment of dialog for Frost/Nixon (2008). Sheen, covered in fake blood from the days filming, went to his trailer and recorded the dialog, he asked someone to take a picture of him doing it and sent it to Ron Howard, who had it framed and displayed. See more »Goofs
When the Noble gets thrown into the pillar and lands with a head wound, the wound shakes after he is motionless. Also the color is incorrect for the scene given the lighting. See more »Quotes
Viktor: It occurs to me that I have been thoughtless... so deep in my own anguish at Lucian's betrayal that I gave no thought... to your feelings.Sonja: My feelings?
Viktor: They worm their way into our lives and we forget the travesty of their birth. I myself had tenderness towards Lucian, he could've been anything... a death dealer perhaps.
Sonja: Yes... perhaps.
Viktor: But he was not as we are was he?... did you help him escape?
Sonja: Help him? Of course not.
Viktor: Are you lying to me?
Sonja: There many things I have done against your will, but ...
[...]
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Steal My RomanceWritten by Aaron Robinson
Performed by Ghosts On The Radio
Produced by Sean Gordon
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If you are a fan of either of the first two Underworld movies you are going to like this one as well. This movie seems to take place a short time after the creation of both races but some time before the events that open Underworld Evolution. The entire story of the feud between the vampires and lycans is told in 90 minutes with plenty of action interspersed throughout. My only complaint is that the movie could have been longer with more character development. An hour and a half is hardly enough time to tell a love story, which is what is at the heart of this movie. Also, a little more depth could have been given to Raze's character as his origins are shown but not in much detail. These plot points are sacrificed to keep the action scenes rolling but the action is great. There are several clashes between vamps and lycans that put those of the first two movies to shame. The special effects are amazing as usual. My hope is that Rise of the Lycans will do well at the box offices and we will all be treated to an extended directors cut on DVD. The plot themes of slavery, forbidden love, and revolution could use a little more screen time in my opinion. Oh and lets all hope for another sequel.