Pitch Black (2000)

Cult classic?
Pitch Black was always a favorite of mine. I remember going to see it when it came out in theatres. I knew next to nothing about it but I liked what I was watching. Always being a fan of horror and sci-fi movies it was easy for me to get into the story. At the time, Vin Diesel wasn't well known and his character, while evil, was entertaining to watch and like. The movie remained a favorite of mine and I was excited to see the trio of continuations it got in 2004. I hope Vin returns to the Riddick universe one more time in the future for another flick.

Masterpiece that gets better everytime
I have been a huge fan of Pitch Black since I caught it in theatres. After owning the DVD I realize that this is less of a monster movie, but more of a psychological thriller. The character development makes the film and their actions will shock you as much as the action/gore. Look past the CGI and you will be very impressed with high quality plot and character developedment in this low budget thriller.

Look Into My Eyes...
Yup, Vin Diesel is the man! His Riddick character is the baddest, meanest, coolest super-criminal I've seen in years. A true anti-hero in a gloriously tense sci-fi epic. PITCH BLACK has Riddick being transported to prison via deep-space ship. Along the way disaster strikes (of course), causing a crash-landing on a strange desert planet. Riddick is among the survivors who soon find that they are quite unfortunately, not alone. Something is alive and has stripped the planet of any / all other lifeforms. Worse still, these insatiable critters only come out at night, which is coming on fast, and lasts for months (years?)! The battle between humans and monsters is both satisfying and convincing, as Riddick rises up to kick some hideous flesh-eater buttocks! The rest of the cast ranges from great (Kieth David, Cole Hauser, etc.) to just plain monster chow. PITCH BLACK takes the best elements of movies like ALIENS and NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD and melds them together perfectly. The result is a dark, sinister ride through a funhouse where the attractions reach out and tear your head off! Highly recommended...