This science fiction disaster thriller film was aired as a made-for-television film on June 10, 2006. The unrated film follows a scientific experiment gone wrong that creates a black hole that has the potential to destroy the Earth while also holding an entity from beyond. The 90-minute film stars Kristy Swanson as a scientist who witnessed the accident, Judd Nelson as her colleague who's hired to solve the problem, and David Selby as a colonel sent to supervise Nelson's commands. Nelson just seems washed up, and grumpy in his leading role, becoming a parody of what his character is supposed to be. Swanson, on the other hand, doesn't get enough to do and comes off as a bland supporting character. Selby is the best actor in the group by a long shot, bringing his character to life with a commanding voice, and strong emotions. Despite the fact that the black hole has the power the destroy the entire planet, it only ever eats up St. Louis, and the film becomes rather unexciting as a result. If the film had focused on the destruction of the planet created by the black hole, it would've been better as a result. Even worse, the alien-like entity controlling the black hole is never explained. Despite the limited setting, however, the film still stands as a thrilling drama that sees military officials, and scientists forced to make risky decisions. Like with most of Echo Bridge Home Entertainment's films, if you're looking for an action-packed adventure with a unique concept, just go watch The Core instead. But if you're looking for a thrilling film with life and death drama, look no further than The Black Hole. 7/10.
Review of The Black Hole
The Black Hole
(2006 TV Movie)
An exciting concept that is unfortunately limited within its setting
18 July 2017