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THE INCREDIBLE HULK
Rated PG-13
Edward Norton, Liv Tyler, Tim Roth, Tim Blake Nelson, William Hurt

Brian’s Rating       

The second movie about Marvel Comics’ most famous chameleon ends on a note so brilliantly conceived that it elevates The Incredible Hulk from the mediocre to the sublime in the space of about 90 seconds.

It is such a spectacular twist that I am forced to recommend the film, despite the tedious battle scenes featuring our not-so-jolly giant and the unfortunate paucity of scenes showcasing the palpable on-screen chemistry between Edward Norton and Liv Tyler.

Marvel mavens will find plenty to like about The Incredible Hulk and fans of the TV show will be treated to a short but sweet trip down memory lane, but the film deserves better villains than what William Hurt and Tim Roth can muster.

Up until the final moments, I was ready to write this one off as ho-hum, but the film’s “Hail Mary” sealed the deal.