Storyline : The prequel story traces the origins of the centuries-old blood feud between the aristocratic vampires and their onetime slaves, the Lycans. In the Dark Ages, a young Lycan named Lucian emerges as a powerful leader who rallies the werewolves to rise up against Viktor, the cruel vampire king who has enslaved them. Lucian is joined by his secret lover, Sonja, in his battle against the Vampire army and his struggle for Lycan freedom.—Anonymous
. Director: Patrick Tatopoulos
. Writers: Danny McBride . Dirk Blackman . Howard McCain
. Stars: Rhona Mitra . Michael Sheen . Bill Nighy
. Release date: January 23, 2009 (United States)
. Countries of origin: United States . New Zealand . Australia
. Language: English
. Taglines: Every war has a beginning.
. Genres: Action . Fantasy . Thriller
. Filming locations: Auckland, New Zealand
. Budget: $35,000,000 (estimated)
. Gross worldwide: $92,158,961
. Production companies: Screen Gems . Lakeshore Entertainment . Lakeshore Entertainment
. Source: imdb.com