Event Horizon is a sci-fi horror film where the eponymous ship mysteriously disappears after using its new engine drive - built around a fragment of a black hole. When the ship suddenly reappears a new team are sent to investigate, along with its creator. It becomes clear that something very strange has taken place on board - no one is left alive, the ship has travelled where none have been before...and it has brought something back with it.
This film is often criticised for being too gory. The gore is very visceral but this seems necessary for the horrific dimension the film attempts to create. The effect can be a little desensitising but I wouldn't class this as a major downfall of the film. The big problems are with the casting, some awful acting and a very ropey script.
On the plus side, Event Horizon has a unique feel - it isn't a classic along the lines of Alien, but nothing could be. Instead, it's a competent, creepy horror with an interesting story and a good helping of mystery. There's a good performances, from Sam Neill and good turns from Jason Isaacs and Sean Pertwee - both of whom are sadly underused.
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