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VAN HELSING

By | May 2004

IN THEATERS! Those seeking classic monster lore are better off looking elsewhere. And for those of you looking for comparisons to “The Monster Squad,” the wolf man in “Van Helsing” would indeed appear to have nards, since all werewolves are modestly covered in shredded, Incredible Hulk style pants when in human shape…

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