
Reviews — Hellboy
Audience write-ups from TMDB
Sheldon Nylander
This new Hellboy film feels like a rough, jarring alternative to Guillermo del Toro’s version—a far cry from an elaborate artistic statement. Adapting “The Wild Hunt” and “The Storm and the Fury” from the comics doesn't improve things. Without Del Toro’s distinctive approach, the character designs and monsters feel rigid and unimaginative. David Harbour takes on the role of Hellboy, and while his costume initially…
JPV852
While I respect Guillermo Del Toro’s abilities as a director, his films don't always resonate with me, and this reboot of Hellboy really highlighted what was missing from the 2004 version. The distinctive visual style that made the earlier film so appealing just wasn't there. What also felt absent was Ron Perlman’s captivating presence; David Harbour is a capable performer, but he couldn't quite capture that same cha…
Gimly
I'm not sure why there's been so much harsh criticism aimed at the 2019 _Hellboy_. It wasn't particularly impressive, and it definitely doesn't measure up to the earlier films by del Toro, but I don’t think all the negativity is entirely justified. However, it's clear that various issues arose during its creation, which are noticeable in how the finished film turned out. Final rating:★★½ - There were aspects of it…
Dark Jedi
Even though this film has received unfavorable reviews, I have to admit I enjoyed it considerably. It’s significantly more violent, graphic, and geared toward adults than previous Hellboy films, which likely explains my appreciation for it. I really dislike when a narrative or character is simplified just because executives believe they can attract a younger audience and increase profits, or even worse, cater to easi…
Manuel São Bento
Guillermo del Toro’s earlier Hellboy films were generally well-regarded by both critics and audiences. So, if a new version was being made, it needed to be noticeably different from those movies or at least find a way to stand apart from them. Neil Marshall's film is certainly distinct, but not in a positive fashion. This is unfortunately one of the worst films released this year so far. David Harbour really tries hi…


