New Hellboy Movie Misses the Mark with Critics

Hellboy: The Crooked Man is criticized for its lackluster execution and failure to capture the essence of the comic series.

The film, directed by Brian Taylor, is a reboot of the Hellboy franchise but struggles to live up to its predecessors.
Critics highlight the movie's failure to effectively adapt the comic's stylized storytelling into a feature film format.
Jack Kesy's portrayal of Hellboy is noted for lacking the charm and depth seen in previous iterations by Ron Perlman and David Harbour.
The film's low-budget production and limited release have been compared unfavorably to fan films, lacking visual and narrative cohesion.
Reviewers express disappointment with the film's inability to engage new audiences or capture the humor and pathos of the original comics.