Just saw it and liked it (though I think I may still like the original more). The direction to go with a more intimate story (Selene's) is definitely obvious--and with Wiseman being her husband that figures.
I think people are going to like/dislike this (in comparison to the original) depending on whether they accept this direction or not. The original did present Selene strongly, but it also presented a lot of the werewolf/vampire story as well. That all went to the backdrop in this movie, with Selene moving front and center. Personally I was okay with that, but I can see that anyone hoping for an expounding of the "vampire vs. werewolf" mythos may come out disappointed.
I really am interested in what direction they will take Underworld 3...wonder if: