Location makes it worthwhile ...

Rating: Null/10 (9 October 2008)

The world really doesn't need another vampire movie ... but this one is pretty good anyway. While the plot is pretty basic, the acting, visuals and concept make this movie appealing.
The movie is set in Barrow, Alaska - the northernmost point in the United States. The city is about to enter a yearly 30 day period where the sun doesn't rise. Unfortunately, this time there are some nasty visitors. When the sun sets, the inhabitants must hide to survive ... and the story progresses from there.
The plot is pretty standard - hide and seek with the bad guys. However, the geographic isolation of the city and the 30-day period of night give the movie an interesting atmosphere. Furthermore, the characters / acting are pretty good. The characters are smart and easy to relate to.
The vampires, while only a step above shrieking zombies, are very freaky-looking. Whoever was responsible for the visuals did a great job. Barrow looks pretty isolated and sparse, so it's easy to get a feeling of desolation and helplessness.
If you like movies which employ a strong sense of isolation (like Alien, The Shining, The Thing), chances are you'll appreciate this movie all the more. Good characters make the movie succeed - a worthwhile watch if you're open to seeing a vampire movie.