It's sad to see so many people lay into "Hulk", saying it's dull, confusing and has far too little Hulk in it. While I didn't exactly love the film, I would like to speak in it's defense here. I believe that the relative failure of "Hulk" was down to the fact he isn't as iconic or popular a character as Spider-Man, Batman or the X-Men. Also, it is hard to relate to CGI characters and at times I'm sure the audience felt alienated from him. Now, I'll agree that Hulk had to be CG but ILM's effort didn't seem that convincing, especially when compared to the dinos in Jurassic Park or Gollum. Also, the marketing campaign was terrible-all the kiddy tie in merchandise and the Hulk filled clips, making it look like any regular summer movie. So when people sat down and saw it was a physcho dramatic movie about hidden potential and inner demons, I'm sure they shifted uncomfortably. In the age of dumbing down, Hulk seems lost. People seem to complain that the film was "dumbing up". I also want to point out the common complaint that Hulk doesn't appear until 40 minutes in. Well, compared to the 58 minutes of "Superman" or the 47 minutes of "Spider-Man" this is quite speedy (although the fugure on Spidey doesn't include the bit when he is in sweats.) The actual film is indeed flawed, but there is a lot to like-strong performances all round (especially from Bana and Nolte, who "tantrum" moment is a highlight.), the effects for the most part are stunning and it continues the tradition of serious, edgy comic movies. Sadly, this movies disappointing performance may make Hollywood nervous about making a sequel or making comic movies serious, meaning that we may go back to more "Batman and Robin" level A-Grade trash.
Score-7/10
Score-7/10