Whiteout- Worth the Ticket Cost
First, Whiteout is not a Sci-Fi movie, it's a suspenseful murder mystery set in the Antarctic. The lead actor is a very pretty U.S. Marshal; the only Marshal for thousands of miles.
The special effects are good, and the dangers of life in the Antarctic are well represented. I did not tire of the plot, and the gore is kept to levels supported by the plot. It's especially good because the main character (female) is strong, yet feminine. They did not resort to making her "butch" to be tough. She is tough the real way, by doing the job whatever it takes, and paying the physical and mental price required.
There are also some good supporting roles in the movie to help it along. Go see it, but don't expect video-game level action. It's a good murder mystery for thinking adults.