Quote:
Originally Posted by bloodrayne
@ V...Pitch Black gets a lotta shit, but I don't know why...I've always thought it was a really good movie
|
***POSSIBLE SPOILERS***
If at all, the first 30-odd minutes were a tad slow after they crash, but after then everything runs at a swift pace once the first guy gets grabbed. And some of the visuals are absolutely breathtaking, like the Saturn-esque planet emerging on the horizon and eclipsing the suns, and then the creatures coming out...that has got to be one of the best visuals in cinema-making CGI history.
The cinematography done in near-dark conditions is brilliant and adds to the tense and creepy atmosphere. Like Posh pointed out, the movie does have a number of high points, and I am surprised at anyone who chooses to bash Pitch Black.
Regarding Chronicles of Riddick, I thought it was decent. Maybe people wanted it to be Pitch Black II, and got a Conan-in-Space type of movie, thats why it didnt go down too well with them. I think it was a worthy successor, with a touch of class added to it.
For those who choose to bash Chronicles, I have a suggestion. Rent Riddick: Dark Fury (yea the animated one). You ll have a better perspective of the movie series, and appreciate Chronicles more.
@ Des, I read your review of Grindhouse. And I am glad you liked it too. (A- is good enough):D