Hellboy 2 actually does look really impressive, to the point where it will shit all over the first one, which, given that the first one was acceptable at best, probably isn't difficult. I think it probably lies with the fact that Del Toro is a really good director when he is on form and only ok when he is not. At the very least, the art direction of the creatures in Hellboy 2 is loudly reminiscent of Pan's Labyrinth, which can only be a good thing. Basically, I am excited for this film.