Basically it's Frost/Nixon to Dross/Vixen. And there's plenty to be ashamed of.

The numerous action sequences, while imaginative, lack a visual cohesion that allows them to be fully appreciated.

Underworld: Rise of the Lycans is as unnecessary as it is uninvolving. Only fans desperate to learn how the whole vampire-werewolf conflict began are likely to get anything out of this viewing experience.

An efficient yarn about an uprising that, though we know the grim outcome, makes for a watchable diversion, even if it leaves a bad taste in your mouth.