Split Second

In a futuristic London plagued by perpetual darkness and a dangerous, rapidly spreading virus, a burnt-out detective named Harley is assigned to track down a serial killer. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he discovers that the killer is not human, but a reptilian alien predator that hunts during the fleeting hours of daylight.

Split Second received a mixed reception from critics. While some praised its gritty atmosphere, intense action sequences, and Rutger Hauer's performance, others found the plot to be derivative and the special effects dated. Audience reception was also varied, with some appreciating its unique blend of sci-fi, horror, and police procedural elements.

• Praised for its dark, oppressive atmosphere and Rutger Hauer's compelling performance.

• Criticized for its predictable plot and somewhat dated visual effects.

• Appreciated by some for its unique blend of genres and creature-feature elements.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be an entertaining, albeit flawed, sci-fi action thriller. Many enjoyed the gritty, dystopian setting and Hauer's presence, though some noted that the storyline could be predictable and the effects weren't always convincing.

The film's distinctive gloomy aesthetic was achieved by shooting much of the movie with the lights off in the studio, relying on the actors' ability to navigate the sets based on their memory and the minimal lighting available.