Don't be so harsh

Rating: 7/10 (23 May 2000)

This film doesn't deserve to be pilloried in any way. Sure, it's not exactly got a plot that will set the world on fire, and it is overly gory, but it's pretty well acted, got some great lines, and is a perfect sci-fi horror flick if you suspend your disbelief for an hour and a half.
Being someone that doesn't mind a bit of mindless terror, I appreciated this film a lot. It is truly sickening in places, and there's a great oppressive feeling of suspense and wonder the first time you watch it. The visuals are impressive, well they are when I watch it on digital TV, the concept is interesting, and there are some great moments, like the visions that the cast members get flashed with. And it is very well acted in places, especially by Fishburne and Niell, the two primary characters.
The only criticism I have is for the ending, which seems to just sort of tail off, and doesn't befit the film. If you're a sci-fi fan, or a visual horror fan, you can't get much better than this to pass a couple of hours.