Review of Near Dark (1987) by Scott S — 14 Nov 2009
Near Dark (1987) -- [6.5] -- Director Kathryn Bigelow (Strange Days, The Hurt Locker) serves up a stylish, brooding vampire tale set in the southwest. I dig Bigelow's tone, atmosphere, and terrific casting.
Bigelow tapped into the "Aliens" ensemble to cast Bill Paxton, Lance Henriksen, and Jenette Goldstein as a family of nomadic vamps. Paxton and Henriksen bring much-needed energy to the somber storytelling in a pair of fearless, over the top performances.
Aside from a great bar scene, the movie is unfortunately low on action and scares, and die-hard vampire fans may take issue with Bigelow's use of blood transfusions.
This review of Near Dark (1987) was written by Scott S on 14 Nov 2009.
Near Dark has generally received positive reviews.
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