Dark Matter
Dark Matter

Dark Matter

2008Movie90 minEnglish

Liu Xing a brilliant Chinese student, arrives at University and makes the transition into American life with the help of Joanna Silver. Xing joins a cosmology group working to create a model of the origins of the universe. He is obsessed with the study of dark matter and a theory that conflicts with the group's model. When he begins to make breakthroughs of his own, he encounters obstructions.

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IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users82%
Director: Various (TV Series)Genres: Sci-Fi, Drama, Mystery

Plot Summary

In a future ravaged by war, a young boy named Kori discovers a strange artifact that leads him on a journey across the galaxy. He is guided by a mysterious woman named Kai and pursued by a ruthless warlord. Kori must uncover the secrets of his past and the artifact's true purpose to save humanity from a looming threat.

Critical Reception

Dark Matter received a mixed but generally positive reception. Critics praised its ambitious world-building, visual effects, and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Michelle Yeoh. However, some found the plot convoluted at times, and the pacing occasionally uneven. Audiences responded well to the intriguing mysteries and the show's unique blend of sci-fi action and emotional depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually stunning with impressive special effects and a compelling universe.
  • Performances, especially from Michelle Yeoh, are a major highlight.
  • The complex narrative can occasionally become difficult to follow, impacting pacing.

Google audience: Viewers generally praised the show's imaginative concepts and the strong acting, with many appreciating the unique sci-fi elements. Some minor criticisms pointed to occasional plot complexities and a desire for more character development in supporting roles.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for several awards including the Saturn Award for Best Television Presentation and the Australian Film Institute Award for Best Original Score.

Fun Fact

The iconic 'dark matter' artifact Kori discovers was inspired by fractal geometry and the concept of recursive patterns in nature.

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