Hollow: Man ((better))

. Loosely inspired by H.G. Wells' classic novella The Invisible Man , Verhoeven’s film is less a traditional sci-fi movie and more a terrifying psychological examination of what happens when a person is freed from the burden of social consequences.

The film also excels at negative space. The camera lingers on wet footprints appearing on a concrete floor, a writhing bed sheet, or a spray of blood suspended in mid-air. These practical effects mixed with CGI force the viewer to constantly scan the frame, creating a persistent, Hitchcockian dread. Kevin Bacon performed while wearing a motion-capture suit or black spandex, often performing stunts in a motion-control rig to allow the CGI team to erase him in post-production. Hollow Man

While Hollow Man was a moderate box-office success (grossing $190 million on a $95 million budget), it did not spawn the franchise Sony wanted. A direct-to-video sequel, Hollow Man 2 (2006), was produced with a different cast and director, abandoning Verhoeven’s psychological depth for generic action. It is largely forgotten. The film also excels at negative space

Are you a fan of Paul Verhoeven's aggressive sci-fi style, or did the film's dark tone push things a bit too far for your liking? in the comments below! Kevin Bacon performed while wearing a motion-capture suit