


Split Second
In a flooded future London, Detective Harley Stone hunts a serial killer who murdered his partner and has haunted him ever since — but he soon discovers what he is hunting might not be human.
Insights
Plot Summary
In a rain-soaked, near-future London ravaged by an unknown contagion, a hardened detective named Harley Stone races against time to stop a monstrous creature that appears every night to hunt and kill. As the body count rises and the city descends into chaos, Stone, aided by a tough cop and a biologist, must confront his own demons and the terrifying truth behind the killings before the creature completes its deadly mission.
Critical Reception
Split Second received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with some praising its atmospheric tension and Rutger Hauer's performance, while others criticized its convoluted plot and derivative elements. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating its gritty sci-fi/horror blend and others finding it lacking in originality and substance.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its dark, oppressive atmosphere and Rutger Hauer's committed performance.
- Criticized for its predictable plot and reliance on genre clichés.
- Some viewers enjoyed the creature design and action sequences.
Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a decent, albeit unoriginal, sci-fi horror flick with a strong lead performance. Many appreciated the dark, gritty atmosphere and the creature's design, but some felt the story was too familiar and lacked impact.
Fun Fact
The film was originally conceived as a sequel to 'Blade Runner' before the rights were lost, leading to significant rewrites.
AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources
My Review
TMDB Reviews
2 reviews
