Great science fiction!

Rating: 8/10 (24 December 2005)

Pitch Black, a film by director David Twohy, is a spot on science fiction film that any person would enjoy. The performances are excellent here, especially by relative newcomer Vin Diesel (this film would help propel him to super stardom). It takes place on an interesting location - a desert planet which never sees darkness - except when there are eclipses every 22 years (and of course an eclipse is approaching!) - and when it does see darkness, strange flying creatures make their vicious debut to our main characters. A strong film all the way through (unfortunately the same cannot be said about its sequel, The Chronicles of Riddick). A strong 8 out of 10.