: Many reviewers praise the stylish, noir-inspired graphic novel animation and the atmospheric depiction of foggy London. Fans also appreciate that the original live-action cast, including Hugh Jackman , David Wenham , and Robbie Coltrane , reprised their voice roles.
: They discover that Dr. Jekyll has been murdering women to harvest their "dying breaths" (souls) to create a potion.
(2004) is an animated action-horror short that serves as a direct prequel to the 2004 live-action Van Helsing film . Released as a 30-minute companion piece, it bridges the gap by showing the hunt for Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde that leads directly into the opening scenes of the feature movie. Plot Summary
: It is often viewed as an entertaining "appetizer" or "diamond in the rough" for fans of the 2004 film, though some critics felt it was more of a promotional tool than a standalone movie. Van Helsing: The London Assignment (Video 2004) - IMDb
: Van Helsing must stop Jekyll's monstrous alter-ego, Mr. Hyde , during a final confrontation on a partially constructed Tower Bridge. Critical Reception