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Van Helsing, directed by Stephen Sommers and released in 2004, is a film that boldly reimagines the classic monsters of literature through a high-octane, action-packed adventure. Starring Hugh Jackman as the titular character, and with a supporting cast that includes Kate Beckinsale and Richard Roxburgh, the film offers a unique blend of horror, fantasy, and action genres. This essay explores the film’s plot, thematic elements, stylistic choices, and its reception.

Van Helsing centers on the character Gabriel Van Helsing, a monster hunter working for the Vatican. The film’s narrative is a whirlwind of supernatural elements and high-stakes action. Van Helsing, played by Hugh Jackman, is sent to Transylvania to eliminate Count Dracula, portrayed by Richard Roxburgh, who is scheming to create an army of vampires using his monstrous powers.