The Darkest Hour

In Moscow, five young Americans on a business trip find themselves in the middle of an alien invasion. When the extraterrestrial creatures, who can turn invisible, begin to systematically destroy the city, the survivors must band together to find a way to fight back. They discover that the aliens are vulnerable to electricity and devise a plan to stop them.

The Darkest Hour received largely negative reviews from critics, who often criticized its predictable plot, underdeveloped characters, and reliance on special effects over substance. Audiences had a mixed to negative reaction, with some appreciating the alien invasion concept and visual effects, while others found it derivative and lacking originality.

• While the film features impressive visual effects and a high-concept premise, it is ultimately let down by a generic plot and a lack of engaging characters.

• The alien invasion storyline treads familiar ground, offering little in the way of innovation or genuine suspense.

• Despite a few moments of intense action, the film struggles to create a compelling narrative or memorable moments.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a mediocre sci-fi thriller. While some appreciated the visual effects and the unique setting of Moscow during an alien invasion, many felt the story was predictable and lacked depth. Criticisms often pointed to weak character development and a lack of originality in its approach to the alien invasion genre.

The film's visual effects were created by the Russian company Main Road Post, which also worked on 'Hardcore Henry' and 'The Eighth Day'.