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13. Pitch Black

Blade Runner
Universal Pictures

Written and directed by David Twohy, the writer of such classics as The Fugitive, Waterworld and Critters 2: The Main Course, Pitch Black got middling reviews on release but 20 years later it's become something of a cult classic.

The film is notable for its fun action/sci-fi/horror story and for introducing the popular anti-hero Riddick, played memorably by Vin Diesel in what would be his breakout role.

The special effects aren't amazing, even for the time, and now struggle to hold up to modest levels of scrutiny but even still, Pitch Black is a thrilling and enjoyable monster movie with a great ensemble cast.

It'll take you on a fun ride if you're willing to let it.

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Christopher is a freelance pop culture writer, podcaster and self-confessed nerd from Scotland. He's also the owner, founder and editor at "The Head Scratcher" and a host of "The Scratch Cast" podcast. Visit www.theheadscratcher.com to find out more.