A creepy, suspense filled episode of the x-files where when darkness falls killer insects come out and feast upon any humans nearby. Apparently loggers disappeared without a trace from the forest where the insects are located in the 1930's.The sub plot is about a group of conservationists who are being blamed for the bizarre goings ons but in reality are engaged in eco terrorist activities relating to the survival of the trees.The local sheriff has no doubts that they are responsible but Mulder and Scully urge a more cautious response. It is discovered that being in the light prevents the bugs from inflicting any injury so the only time of danger is at night time.
An interesting moment occurs when the monkey wrench persuades Mulder to give him the last of the petrol to use to attempt to get help and return and save Mulder and the rest.Mulder obliges and when Scully and the sheriff finds out this they are exasperated to say the least-the petrol is needed to power the generator which provides them with light which they badly need at night!
Mulder's leap of faith pays off in the end though.The story is pretty original and the concept of putting Mulder and Scully in an isolated area where they must do whatever it takes to survive is hugely enjoyable.
An episode you could watch more than once and still enjoy time and time again
An interesting moment occurs when the monkey wrench persuades Mulder to give him the last of the petrol to use to attempt to get help and return and save Mulder and the rest.Mulder obliges and when Scully and the sheriff finds out this they are exasperated to say the least-the petrol is needed to power the generator which provides them with light which they badly need at night!
Mulder's leap of faith pays off in the end though.The story is pretty original and the concept of putting Mulder and Scully in an isolated area where they must do whatever it takes to survive is hugely enjoyable.
An episode you could watch more than once and still enjoy time and time again