Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter [3 Discs] [Includes Digital Copy] [3D] [Blu-ray/DVD] [Blu-ray/Blu-ray 3D/DVD] [2012]

This film contains a relatively unknown cast that is capable of carrying a better than average script. Traditional vampire history, interwoven into the presidency of Abraham Lincolns abolition of slavery. In what could be a very powerful story for some will be at least intense for the average viewer of this film. 3D effects are not bad for its time as viewed on my , Samsung D series. Looking forward to best buy offering a tremendous deal on a screen 75"+ to enjoy more 3D film.

While the movie didn't completely follow the book, it was fun to watch! Playing it as a serious movie instead of a comedy worked. Vampire slaying could have been part of the Civil War. I'll never be able to watch the other Lincoln movie without expecting Daniel Day Lewis to whip out an axe and chop someone's head off!

A creative, if bizarre, exercise in secret history, yet not offensive to the actual peoples and events of the period, naysayers' claims to the contrary, as other films take odder liberties with history (did anyone think X-Men: First Class trivialized the Cuban Missile Crisis, by making it an evil mutant plot, for example?), but are harmless. Those concerned with such things have a responsibility to read a history book, and learn how things really happened. Yes, the movie, written by the same author who wrote the book, took more liberties with history than the book did (2 premature historical deaths--no spoilers), but then, this is Benjamin Walker's portrayal of Young Mister Lincoln, not Henry Fonda's. Even with the weird circumstances and motives for Lincoln's actions, as well as the horror and action star elements, it still manages to depict Abe as a noble, honorable icon, not a joke.

I have never read a book, so I bought this movie not expecting too much and was pleasantly surprised. Movie isn't great and definitely you won't be talking about if for years to come, but for what it's trying to achieve it nails. Lincoln as vampire hunter trained in handling axe to do battle with night creatures, might just be the coolest idea since vampires went all vegan on us;-) Movie has some amazing set pieces and the battle in the horde of running horses will remain in my memory for a long time. You may wonder why I gave it 4 stars, but again, if you do like vampires and a bit on the graphic side sort of movies, you won't be disappointed. You might never watch this again, but you could do a lot worse when it comes to vampire movies...

As someone who really doesn't care for vampire movies, I gave this movie a chance because of a memorable movie trailer and civil war period setting. I loved how this fictional tale is spun around much of Lincoln's early tragic childhood memories, to his adult courtship of Mary Todd and eventual ascent to the presidency where the fight to defeat the spread of vampires into the northern states becomes as important to him personally as are the issues of preserving the union and ending slavery. The story moves along very quickly without overdoing the vampire thing and should keep both fans of the genre plus period movie fans very pleased with the great cinematography and terrific ensemble cast. As a bonus, the blue ray set also is in 3D!

Considering the Genre(horror), this movie had a great plot. In my opinion most movies in this genre are cheesy and not at all believable. I thoroughly enjoyed this movie, although a few moments throughout the film were a little sketchy on the historical truth. I did enjoy the use of a prominent, historical figure as a vampire hunter. The movie storyline was great and kept me on the edge of my seat. If you like movies involving super human feats, action and fight scenes galore, involving vampires without all the love scenes, then you will love this one.

I remember seeing the movie poster at the theater when it was first being advertised and loved it (it definitely caught your attention), but I said to myself... Abraham Lincoln... a vampire killer? Oh Gawd. So I passed. How wrong I was. It came on a movie cable station and in the middle of watching I knew it was quickly going to be purchased and added to my movie collection. The premise is refreshingly unique. The actor playing President Lincoln is perfect! The acting is excellent all-around. The plot in interesting and works! The cinematography is slick and very well done. I truly enjoy this film and have watched it a few times since.

This is based off a book and a unique take on the events of Lincoln’s history as a boy, to meeting his wife, becoming President, and his impact on the civil war.