As you probably know, Diabolik was a successful comic book in Italy in the 70s. It celebrated a fascinating (albeit ruthless) criminal, whose passioned love for his beautiful partner (Eva Kant) redeemed himself in the eye of its affectionate readers.
Written by two sisters, was particularly popular amongst women who (I guess) enjoyed the romantic aspects, together with the prowess and the good look of the man.
The present title nicely recreates those times and that particular atmosphere, where Italian people and locations were renamed in order to make them sound 'Englishish'. And the love between the two main characters is perfectly conveyed, as well as the mutual respect among the two main adversaries: Ginko and Diabolik.
Actors play the part very, very well. Which was not easy because the original characters were quite monodimensional and naive... personally I would not pay too much attention to the negative reviews and (especially if you liked the comic book) I would give it a try.
Enjoy.
Written by two sisters, was particularly popular amongst women who (I guess) enjoyed the romantic aspects, together with the prowess and the good look of the man.
The present title nicely recreates those times and that particular atmosphere, where Italian people and locations were renamed in order to make them sound 'Englishish'. And the love between the two main characters is perfectly conveyed, as well as the mutual respect among the two main adversaries: Ginko and Diabolik.
Actors play the part very, very well. Which was not easy because the original characters were quite monodimensional and naive... personally I would not pay too much attention to the negative reviews and (especially if you liked the comic book) I would give it a try.
Enjoy.