Hollow Man

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saleesh s @Saleesh Dec 24 Most of the people who gave negative review expected the hero to be a superhero and were shocked to find him a villainous character in a slasher tone. But, it is now 2025, and we would die to see this kind of movies over the garbage coming out of Hollywood. It was a technical brilliant piece of art of the time. The plot and acting did not deserve such a degrading by the critics. It has repeat watchability over any movie made by the Hollywood for the past decade. See more Katia @Katia655 Dec 21 People in 2025 would die to a see a movie like this. It’s 10 out of 10. I can’t believe it has 25%. People didn’t value good movies back then. See more tommy J Dec 21 I dont understand why this has such a low rating. Its a cool movie, i thiught it was cool when i saw it when i was a teenager too. See more TheMovieSearch R @TheMovieSearch Oct 27 Hollow Man, directed by Paul Verhoeven and starring Kevin Bacon, is a fascinating yet uneven exploration of invisibility, morality, and madness. While the film was widely criticized upon release for being over-the-top and inconsistent, there’s no denying that it carries a distinct energy and ambition that make it stand out among early-2000s sci-fi thrillers. Bacon’s performance in particular anchors the chaos—his slow descent from arrogant scientist to unhinged predator is both unsettling and magnetic. The story follows Sebastian Caine, a brilliant but reckless scientist who discovers a way to make living beings invisible. What begins as an experiment rooted in ego and curiosity quickly unravels into a psychological nightmare. The film plays with the idea of power and corruption—how losing visibility also removes accountability. Bacon portrays that transformation with unnerving precision, making Caine both terrifying and tragically human. Verhoeven’s direction leans heavily into visual spectacle, and that’s one of the film’s greatest strengths. The special effects were groundbreaking for their time, particularly the sequences of invisibility and reanimation. They remain impressive even by today’s standards, capturing both the wonder and horror of science unchecked. Yet, the director’s trademark excess sometimes undermines the film’s intelligence—moments of shock and exploitation take precedence over deeper character development, leaving the narrative feeling uneven. The screenplay is where Hollow Man truly falters. The dialogue is serviceable but occasionally clunky, and the supporting characters often feel underwritten, serving more as victims or plot devices than as real people. Still, there are flashes of brilliance in the film’s pacing and tension-building, especially in the later acts when the tone shifts toward claustrophobic horror. It’s clear that Verhoeven wanted to blend science fiction with slasher elements, and while that fusion isn’t seamless, it does produce some memorable, nerve-racking moments. Despite its flaws, the film succeeds as an entertaining and thought-provoking thriller. It challenges viewers to confront uncomfortable questions about human nature—what happens when morality is stripped away and there’s no one left to see your sins? Bacon’s chilling portrayal makes that question linger long after the credits roll. In the end, Hollow Man isn’t a perfect movie, but it’s an intriguing one. Its mix of psychological tension, groundbreaking effects, and moral ambiguity makes it worth revisiting. It may not have achieved the critical acclaim it sought, but it remains a bold and haunting entry in the science fiction-horror genre—one that dares to show us what happens when power literally goes unseen. See more Dave P Oct 12 This movie is terribly underrated. The special effects are amazing, and the story closely follows many of the characteristics of The Invisible Man. It is well worth watching and has a great cast. See more Stephen C @bob25009 Jul 23 Success in 1 hour and 53 minutes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Rated R for Nudity, Language, Some Sexuality and Violence!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The USA grossed over $73,200,000.00!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! See more Read all reviews

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