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Hellboy II: The Golden Army

PG-13

Released Jul 11, 2008

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Hellboy (Ron Perlman), his pyrokinetic girlfriend, Liz (Selma Blair), and aquatic empath, Abe Sapien (Doug Jones), face their biggest battle when an underworld prince (Luke Goss) plans to reclaim Earth for his magical kindred. Tired of living in the shadow of humans, Prince Nuada tries to awaken an ancient army of killing machines to clear the way for fantasy creatures to roam free. Only Hellboy can stop the dark prince and prevent humanity's annihilation.

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Critics Consensus

Guillermo del Toro crafts a stellar comic book sequel, boasting visuals that are as imaginative as the characters are endearing.

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Derek Malcolm

London Evening Standard

This, like the first Hellboy, is del Toro on holiday in Hollywood, having as much fun as he can without totally compromising his considerable powers of invention.

Dec 8, 2014

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Paul Byrnes

Sydney Morning Herald

Hellboy II is fabulously imaginative, visually sumptuous and dramatically complex; what's more, it's very funny and engaging.

Rated: 4/5

Dec 8, 2014

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Jonathan Romney

Independent (UK)

The film's exuberance, and the sense that it's all one big gimmick-packed action toy, give Hellboy II: The Golden Army a refreshing cinematic purity.

Dec 8, 2014

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Fico Cangiano

CineXpress Podcast

Full of imaginative creatures and settings, Del Toro lets loose on this fun sequel that improves what came before. Ron Perlman is perfect as the cocky hero with a heart. [Full review in Spanish}

Rated: 3.5/5

Jul 30, 2021

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Mike Massie

Gone With The Twins

There's still too much posing for the camera, but the introduction of dozens of new fantastical deviations drowns out the typical overdose of heroic photo stances.

Rated: 7/10

Nov 28, 2020

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Richard Propes

TheIndependentCritic.com

The rarest of sequels that is actually better than its predecessor.

Rated: 3.0/4.0

Sep 10, 2020

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Mito G

Hellboy comics are are one of the most underrated comics series out there. Might not be comic accurate but still a damn good take on hellboy Ron Perlman was great has hellboy, shame we never got a trilogy.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/19/24

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Hellboy II: The Golden Army is an absolute triumph that surpasses all expectations. Guillermo del Toro's visionary direction, coupled with brilliant performances and stunning visuals, creates a cinematic experience that is both awe-inspiring and emotionally resonant. From the opening scene to the final act, Hellboy II captivates viewers with its rich and immersive storytelling. The film delves deeper into the mythology of Hellboy's world, introducing new fantastical creatures and exploring the complexities of the characters' relationships. The narrative is expertly crafted, seamlessly blending action, humor, and heart to keep audiences engaged from start to finish. Ron Perlman once again shines in the role of Hellboy, bringing his trademark charm and wit to the character. His portrayal perfectly captures the conflicted nature of the half-demon hero, balancing his tough exterior with vulnerability and a desire for acceptance. The supporting cast, including Selma Blair as Liz Sherman and Doug Jones as Abe Sapien, deliver exceptional performances that bring depth and authenticity to their respective roles.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

04/06/24

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Chadwick H

Incredible special effects. Great watch. Very entertaining

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

03/13/24

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Leaburn O

Usual superhero fluff but a slight uptick on the first film. The best thing is this superhero's best power is a gun. Nothing too original going on but easy lighthearted entertainment. Watched on SKY Cinema.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

03/12/24

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Jim H

WE WANT NUMBER 3! WE WANT NUMBER 3! WE WANT NUMBER 3! WE WANT NUMBER 3!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/09/24

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Shaun E

Hellboy II The Golden Army might be a live action cartoon, but even taken on that basis, I found it to be weak, unimaginative and filled with more holes than a colander. But I will start by talking about what I found to be good. This was Abe's film - love story and tragedy in the best Shakespearean tradition. I felt that Doug Jones and Anna Walton had good chemistry, even if the basis of their love story was built on flimsy foundations and lacked very much in the way of development. The ending was great and turned around what could have been a complete flop. On that basis, the film gained a tentative thumbs up from me. The CGI was mostly good, although there were a couple of times I thought that it looked terrible, particularly in the lead up to the final scenes. The underlying storyline was fine, but like the first film, there was no sign of any sophistication in the way the story developed. The fact that Prince Nuada left the library scene without the missing piece was the most ridiculous aspect of the whole film. There were some comic moments that worked really well, but much of it did not meet the mark. Manning in this movie was not like Manning in the first movie in that he did not seem to live up to his own character. And although I don't think that Rupert Evans' character in the first movie was great, I felt that his absence here was noticeable. These characters are, in the main, fairly disposable, but that does not mean that everything works as well without all of the pieces. I am glad that I watched the film, bit don't feel that it lived up to the reviews posted by others.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

10/27/23

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Guillermo del Toro

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Ron Perlman

Hellboy

Selma Blair

Liz

Doug Jones

Abe Sapien

Jeffrey Tambor

Tom Manning

John Hurt

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Synopsis

Hellboy (Ron Perlman), his pyrokinetic girlfriend, Liz (Selma Blair), and aquatic empath, Abe Sapien (Doug Jones), face their biggest battle when an underworld prince (Luke Goss) plans to reclaim Earth for his magical kindred. Tired of living in the shadow of humans, Prince Nuada tries to awaken an ancient army of killing machines to clear the way for fantasy creatures to roam free. Only Hellboy can stop the dark prince and prevent humanity's annihilation.

Director: Guillermo del Toro
Producer: Lawrence Gordon, Lloyd Levin, Mike Richardson
Screenwriter: Guillermo del Toro
Distributor: Universal Pictures
Production Co: Universal Pictures, Dark Horse Entertainment
Rating: PG-13 (Some Language|Sci-Fi Action|Violence)
Genre: Action, Fantasy, Sci-Fi
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jul 11, 2008, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Feb 12, 2014
Box Office (Gross USA): $75.8M
Runtime: 2h 0m
Sound Mix: Dolby SRD, DTS, SDDS
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)

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