Review of Hellboy II: The Golden Army (2008) by Brian M — 27 Aug 2011

Brilliant visuals with Del Toros' signature style, and a more interesting storyline this time around.

This review of Hellboy II: The Golden Army (2008) was written by Brian M on 27 Aug 2011.

Hellboy II: The Golden Army has generally received positive reviews.

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The least I can say is, that it's Creature-Tastic!! Not a bad flick. Great FX. Fun Monster movie with left overs from Pan's Labyrinth…

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By Michael K (2,029) on 06 Jun 2017

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By Charles S (1,252) on 26 Nov 2016

Not as funny or gritty as the original...(Edit, or re watching, it has grown on me, I added an extra star, and wish for another sequel)…

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Much like the first one, I could spot some flaws, but overall, this is still a very fun, very funny, very imaginative film with beautiful visuals…

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