THE VAULT

Dark City (1998) Explained: Beyond the Blood

Scare Score: 7.6/100

They built the city to see what makes us tick. Last night, one of us went off.

The Premise

A man struggles with memories of his past, including a wife he cannot remember, in a nightmarish world with no sun and run by beings with telekinetic powers who seek the souls of humans.

Why It Terrifies Us

Categorized under Sci-Fi Noir, Psychological, Dark City taps into fundamental fears. The 7.6/100 Scare Score is well-earned. The themes of beach, amnesia, experiment continually haunt viewers long after the credits roll.

Into The Vault

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