a decent sci-fi saga

Rating: Null/10 (14 February 2002)

Intriguing, if unremarkable and familiar, futuristic sci-fi/horror flick. On a routine transport mission, a handful of survivors unexpectedly crash land on a desolate planet where there initially appear to be no signs of life. Unfortunately for them, they must soon band together and enlist the aid of a violent convict (Diesel) who can guide them to safety against an impending threat as the planet falls under total darkness. Impressive special effects, exciting and genuinely scary moments, and a pitch-perfect performance from Diesel make this one highly watchable, though like most films of this genre it suffers from thin, constantly complaining characters. Still, not a bad way to pass the time. **Â½