"Pitch Black" DVD Includes New Bonus Features

UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif., May 17, 2004 - The original sci-fi hit that first introduced the world to the character of Riddick," Pitch Black," comes to DVD June 1, 2004 loaded with new and exciting bonus materials and a FREE movie ticket offer to see "The Chronicles of Riddick" feature film in theaters June 11, 2004. "Pitch Black," the futuristic action-adventure hit from director David Twohy, features an impressive cast including Vin Diesel ("The Fast and the Furious"), Radha Mitchell ("Phone Booth") and Cole Hauser ("2 Fast 2 Furious"). The pulse-pounding excitement of Diesel's ultimate anti-hero, Riddick -- an escaped convict with the ability to see in the dark -- is captured in the DVD's all-new bonus features which deliver a comprehensive, all-access pass into the thrilling world of "The Chronicles of Riddick."

Dazzling Arsenal of Bonus Features

A comprehensive array of bonus materials offers consumers a complete guide to the Riddick universe. The action-packed features include:

* A new introduction to the film by writer/director David Twohy.
* "The Chronicles of Riddick" Virtual Encyclopedia: Cole Hauser hosts this exploration of Mercs, the Slam, and other unique elements of the Riddick universe.
* Johns' Chase Log: Follow the bounty hunter Johns (Cole Hauser) on his month-long hunt for Riddick. Includes excerpts from his personal log chronicling Riddick's final days of freedom before his capture, leading into the opening scene of "Pitch Black."
* Dark Fury: Advancing the Arc: An inside look at the making of "The Chronicles of Riddick: Dark Fury," the visionary new film by acclaimed animator Peter Chung ("The Animatrix 'Matriculated,'" MTV's "Aeon Flux").
* View Into the Dark: David Twohy and Vin Diesel explore the character of Riddick.
* The Game is On: Join the ride of Riddick's earlier life as he attempts to bust out of a triple-max security prison and get a sneak peek at the new "The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape From Butcher Bay" interactive game.
* The Making of "Pitch Black"
* Feature Commentaries: Vin Diesel, Cole Hauser and director David Twohy offer scene-by-scene insights into the film - AND -- The film's director, producer and visual effects supervisor discuss their exciting work on the film.

Audiences and critics cheered when "Pitch Black" arrived in theaters in 2000. USA Today called the sci-fi hit, "the best excuse to root for the bad guy since Arnold in the original 'Terminator.'" All consumers who purchase "Pitch Black" will receive a FREE full priced adult movie ticket to see "The Chronicles of Riddick" feature film when it debuts in theaters June 11, 2004 (while supplies last, offer expires June 27, 2004).

Synopsis

When their ship crash-lands on a remote planet, the marooned passengers soon learn that escaped convict Riddick (Vin Diesel) isn't the only thing they have to fear. Deadly creatures lurk in the shadows, waiting to attack in the dark, and the planet is rapidly plunging into the utter blackness of a total eclipse. With the body count rising, the doomed survivors are forced to turn to Riddick with his eerie eyes to guide them through the darkness to safety. With time running out, there's only one rule: Stay in the light.

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