Another Absinthe related content from Hollywood. In the movie Van Helsing Absinthe is featured as the drink that “keep’s you going”. Nice description of our beloved Green Fairy! The movie is as well a good one, watch it.
Absinthe Scene: Van Helsing
“Van Helsing” is a 2004 action-horror film directed by Stephen Sommers. The movie reimagines the character of Van Helsing, a legendary vampire hunter from Bram Stoker’s novel “Dracula,” as a fearless monster hunter employed by a secret organization dedicated to combating supernatural threats.
The story follows Gabriel Van Helsing (played by Hugh Jackman), a mysterious and skilled monster hunter with no memory of his past. Van Helsing is dispatched by the Vatican’s secret order, known as the Knights of the Holy Order, to Transylvania to assist Anna Valerious (played by Kate Beckinsale), the last surviving member of a noble family sworn to destroy the evil Count Dracula (played by Richard Roxburgh).
Upon his arrival in Transylvania, Van Helsing teams up with Anna and her brother, Velkan (played by Will Kemp), to battle Dracula and his army of supernatural creatures, including werewolves, vampires, and Frankenstein’s monster (played by Shuler Hensley). Along the way, Van Helsing and Anna uncover dark secrets about their pasts and the true nature of their mission.
As the conflict escalates, Van Helsing discovers that he has a personal connection to Dracula and his plans for world domination. With time running out, Van Helsing and Anna must confront their inner demons and unite to defeat Dracula and his minions before they unleash untold chaos upon the world.
“Van Helsing” is a fast-paced and visually stunning film that blends elements of horror, action, and fantasy. It features thrilling fight sequences, impressive special effects, and a charismatic performance by Hugh Jackman in the title role. While the movie received mixed reviews from critics, it has since gained a cult following among fans of the genre for its entertaining blend of classic monster mythology and modern blockbuster spectacle.
