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Underworld: Rise of the Lycans (2009)85 minAction, Fantasy, ThrillerRating 65/100

The prequel story traces the origins of the centuries-old blood feud between the Vampires and 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. Lucian is joined by his secret lover, Sonja, in his battle against the Death Dealer army and his struggle for Lycan freedom.

Cast: Rhona Mitra, Bill Nighy, Michael Sheen, Shane Brolly, Steven Mackintosh, Kevin Grevioux, David Aston

Director: Patrick Tatopoulos