Wonderfully "dark" sci-fi/horror.

Rating: 10/10 (7 January 2004)

While this was based on Metropolis, this attempt is ~much~ more entertaining. This is also probably Jennifer Connely's best attempts to date (this is being written after the Hulk and House of Sand and Fog, by the way), and William Hurt's most interesting role.
This story is a beautiful, mysterious, darkling tale of deceit, intrigue, and murder. Even after the secrets are discovered, the whole story is not told until the very end. This movie is an ultimate ride on the mind twister train. Just sit back, and remember to employ your thinking cap as you enjoy the ride.
I will not spoil this movie, as many others have. I will let my rating of this movie speak for itself. If you are a fan of dark tales, science-fiction, or psychological horror/thrillers, this is a definite must-see. It highlights stellar performances by Keifer Sutherland, William Hurt, Jennifer Connely, and Rufus Sewell (Lord Adamar from A Knight's Tale).
I highly recommend the Platinum Series Collection edition which includes the Widescreen and Fullscreen versions, commentaries by film critic Roger Ebert, another by the Director, writers, DoP and production designer, the Find Shell Beach interactive Game, Cast and crew biographies, filmographies and Star Highlights, Comparisons to Fritz Lang's Metropolis, Theatrical Trailer, Set Designs and fully animated menus. I enjoy this version of the DVD immensely.
It rates a 9.7/10 from...
the Fiend :.