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Bigger isn't always better, but for anyone who enjoyed Pitch Black, a nominal sequel like The Chronicles of Riddick should prove adequately entertaining. Writer-director David Twohy retu...( read more 
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MCT:September 1, 2008how oh so dissapointing, not a good film at all really
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MCT:August 29, 2008
'The Chronicles of Riddick' seems to be a movie that is always on the receiving end of unfair flak. I can understand why in most cases, but I question whether some of the critics have seen the film. After all, it can hardly be considered a 'nominal sequel', as one critic stated. There is nothing nominal about it, when compared with 'Pitch Black'. A 'nominal' sequel to this film would no doubt take some people back to the planet it was set on, and face the same monsters again - and more of them. Most likely, the people would not be at all related to the first film. That is the suit that most sequels follow - more of the same. Chronicles is certainly not this. In fact, it is hardly a sequel at all - which is perhaps why it has never once been pegged as one.
Many have complained about the lack of character development. Fair enough. However, it's not needed, and if you would like, there is an entire film dedicated quite separately to the character development of Riddick - 'Pitch Black'. Still, I would contend that Riddick's character develops a fair bit during the film - for crying out loud the guy is crying at the end of the film! I had hardly imagined that possible even having seen 'Pitch Black', yet I did not question it at all by the end of Chronicles.
As to the weak plot, If you say Chronicles doesn't, then I would argue that few if any sci-fi operas, or epic fantasy films have. I actually found it well put together, and felt the story was very full. Many have complained about the place names, but lets be honest, those are exactly the sorts of names our society would give! Just look at the American West if you want proof! This alone makes the universe in this movie seem more connected to ours.
Admittedly the talent is not taken full advantage of, but as this film was intended as part of a trilogy (as yet unmade), with 'Pitch Black' as a separate but connected tale (like 'the Hobbit' is to 'Lord of the Rings', according to Vin Diesel), it would be expected that more would be seen of these characters in later installments. When taken in this context, the film serves as an excellent introduction to a larger story and some of its principle players.
Considering the current state of mind bogglingly unoriginal and empty fantasy films which seem to have dominated the market for the last few years, it is a breath of fresh air to find a space opera with beautiful art direction and imagery. It's also nice to find a film on such a scale that is not childish, and is wonderfully dark. In the end I hope we see the other two films made in this series. The story looks to be epic, and I very much look forward to see where its going. -
MCT:August 27, 2008
good film with a good ending. not usually into these sort of films but was actually quite better than i thought it would be.
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MCT:August 25, 2008
This is a very good movie.The special affects are awesome.The action scenes are cool too.I highly recommend this movie.
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MCT:August 24, 2008
where did they go wrong the first was not a bad flick... hmm necromongers maybe. how many times did we here that is the necromonger way it it could have been only twce it was 2 too many
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MCT:August 23, 2008
It's a movie that had potentail, with some genuine ideas hidden amidst Vin Diesel kicking anyone and everyone's ass. And I have to admit that although he's by no means a great actor, he's certainly grown on me. But this movie suffers, amongst other things, from the cheesiness that ruins so many potentially good Science Fiction films. Apparently the same prop-master that works on those aweful Sci-Fi channel movies was also free to work on this film.
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MCT:August 8, 2008After a while, this movie just got really old. Nothing really new with Vin Diesel. Just the same old kick ass, save woman, save the day movie. I thought Pitch Black was a hell of a lot better.
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MCT:August 6, 2008
Bon film d'action futuriste, mais certain moment sont long, mais sans plus.
J'aurai aimé avoir plus de précision sur le futur de Riddick. Je n'ai cependant pas vu Pitch Black et Dark Fury, donc j'ai peut-être manqué ce que j'attendais :P
Pour ce qui est du reste, tout y est !
P.S.: Très drôle de voir Colm Feore dans le rôle du grand boss après l'avoir vu dans Bon cop, bad cop :P On reconnait aussi Judi Dench qui joue "M" dans la série James Bond. -
MCT:July 31, 2008
Pitch Black was exciting and kept close to the Aliens theme. I found this sequel to have a more original theme but using Riddick from Pitch Black.
There are many awesome kick ass fight scenes with dudes who think they are as hard as nails.
One funny moment was the prison kill scene; where Riddick threathens to kill the inmates with a cup.
Overall, it has the right amount of action weaved with adventure.
Oh ya, almost forgot! Play the game; Escape from Butcher Bay to learn more about the origins of Riddick. -
MCT:July 28, 2008
Vin Diesel reprises his role of "Riddick," a an escaped convict with the ability to see in darkness, who is caught in a war between the "Necromongers" and the people of the world he ends up on while running from a group of bounty hunters.
The movie is most certainly high on action and computer-generated special effects, but the dialogue is a little to be desired.
The characters are not greatly defined, possibly because this is a sequel of "Pitch Black," a movie I haven't seen. I am not sure, with exception of "Riddick", which of the characters are introduced in this movie, and which were introduced in the first movie. I suggest that you see the first movie just in case, which is something I should have done myself.
Despite not knowing which characters came from the first movie, and which didn't, I noticed that this movie has a lot more action than most sci-fi movies I've seen. This movie thrives more on action than dialogue, which can be good and bad at the same time. However, you forget the fairly weak dialogue because you get such a short break between action scenes.
Despite not seeing the first movie, I pretty much liked this particular movie. It didn't make me want to see the first movie as soon as possible, but it does have me a bit curious about it. -
MCT:July 20, 2008
"Furyans. Defiant to the end."
A great sci-fi action movie with great special effects and a great score by Graeme Revell. Great cast with Colm Feore as The Lord Marshal, Linus Roache as The Purifier, Karl Urban as Lord Vaako, Alexa Davalos as Kyra, Judi Dench as Aereon and Vin Diesel as Riddick. -
MCT:July 14, 2008A nice sequel to pitch black but a new franchise was just not meant to be. I like the film but keep it with pitch black.
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MCT:July 8, 2008
This sequel to the 2000 sleeper hit scifi cult flick takes Riddick, Diesel again, to a prison planet of extreme heat and cold. This movie is just manic, like the planet, and has new effects, but is just lacking in everything else.
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MCT:July 7, 2008
Never thought they'd make a sequel to Pitch Black. The story that follows the Hitchcockian Sci-Fi flick tends to explain more why Riddick is the way he is than expand upon the clever drama of the first film. The near mythological prophecy gets a little ridiculous, considering where the character started out at, but this film definitely needs a third one to complete the tale. Where things were left at, it feels more like the conclusion of a reinterpretation of a Shakespeare play than an action movie. Otherwise, the movie is worth watching if you haven't seen the first film just for the side characters played by Karl Urban, Thandie Newton, and Nick Chinlund. Their machinations to win big nearly steal the screen from Diesel.
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MCT:July 6, 2008
Saw it on the telly the other night. Definitely not as good as Pitch Black, but still worth a viewing. Good effects and action with basic plot. I don't think I'll be rushing out to buy the dvd.
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MCT:July 5, 2008
Alot of people hate this movie, but they shouldnt. Its quite fun to watch, with all the running, stabing & Vin Diesel. But at times it seems more like a computer game then a movie.
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MCT:June 23, 2008
Considering this was made after Pitch black your expecting something really good, but then it turns out really bad, the fighting is brilliatn and having jack back is perfect. Vin Diesel is the same as always on top form and at the end you knew it was comming but still i'm not impressed, it could've been much better than it was.
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MCT:June 19, 2008amazing fighting!! Love his little knifes that curl around his fists. So creative. Loved this movie!!
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MCT:June 13, 2008
Okay so maybe this movie wasn't as brilliant as it seems but it is freaking awesome! Evryone who loves science fiction should really see this movie it is so intresting. The building, weapons, technology right down to the peoples clothing was way cool. I like the little boomerang looking knofes Riddick had they were so cool! My favorite part was when the wolf things came out and they tried to eat the people but Riddick like, hypnotized them and they didn't kill him. Confusing yes, but totally wicked a sci-fi must see!
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MCT:June 5, 2008
This movie is so friggin cool. I cant stop watching, trying to pick up o all the little details i missed while thinking that i'll come back and pick up the even smaller ones i missed
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MCT:May 26, 2008
I must admit, Riddick was even better then Pitch Black. Great Acting, Great special effects. I love this Movie. I enjoyed the first one in Germany and this one in German as well. The Voice in German is just great.
Pitch Black and Riddick always moves me to think if Vin Diesel could be a great as Sam Fisher. (Tom Clancy`s Splinter Cell)
However, Vin Diesel was just convicing as a COOOOLLL GUY. Nah I just love this Movie in German language. By the way the Voice I m talking about, even Steven Spielberg was impressed by the voice of Martin Kessler. -
MCT:May 25, 2008Definitely a good movie! Action, cool characters, smart lines, twists and turns. Visually beautiful, tasteful effects... What else can one hope for?
It is good to see "Pitch Black" before this movie, but it isn't terribly necessary. There are little remarks between the movies, which are good for the viewers who enjoy these kind of things (like me).
Diesel's act as Riddick is a little more macho than in "Pitch Black", but it still doesn't disturb the rest of the movie. He also gets beaten up some, which evens things out.
Karl Urban great in his role as Lord Vaako. -
MCT:May 19, 2008
Top quality entertainment in a very pure form. Nothing special... just another "ok-done" kickass sci-fi film.
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MCT:May 11, 2008
THE OF COURSE IS PART 2 OF "PITCH BLACK" AND YOU HAVE TO WATCH PITCH BLACK BEFORE YOU SEE THE CHRONICLES OF RIDDICK... I REALLY LIKED IT... ACTION PACKED.. DIFFERENT IN MANY WAYS... CHECK IT OUT...
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Passngrposted 183 days ago -
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This Movies Simply Wicked Loved The Stunts N The CGI And The Action Very Good Film My Fav Of All Time
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The only three reasons I didn't give this movie a full five stars was 1) The beginning was kind of 'fuzzy,' Twohy should have made everything as if this movie wasn't a sequel. 2) There should have been more character development, and a few characters had 'flat' personalities, and 3) There should have been more information of the Necromongers' beliefs.
Other than that this is an amazing movie!posted 538 days ago -
Oh my god i love this movie soo much it rocks!!if you haven't seen this movie you better get off your ass and watch it
posted 630 days ago -
I really think this movie and Dune have so many similarities it is freaky. Watch them both together and tell me I'm wrong.
posted 703 days ago -
Pitch Black was awsome, Riddick is just as good. I rekon that Vin Diesel is the absolute best ani-hero ever and his character Riddick, the Murdurer on the run, is one of my all time favorites.
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dude i love this movie it jsut is the bomb there us action and w/e else so if you don't like it u suck...
~!BOBposted 780 days ago
