Terrific sci-fi

Rating: 7/10 (19 February 2000)

"Pitch Black" was a great sci-fi/horror movie. Vin Diesel displayed a terrific performance as the convict Riddick, being scary and comforting simultaneously. The story was well crafted, and the beginning showed more than a little resemblance to the PC game "Unreal," but quickly paved its own path. The special effects were excellent, especially in the opening crash scene. And the musical score was very appropriate, with rapidly pounding drums that got the blood pumping. I highly recommend seeing this movie, but be prepared to get scared.