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On a hot summer day in Oslo, the dead mysteriously awaken, and three families are thrown into chaos when their deceased loved ones come back to them. Who are they, and what do they want?
A mysterious phenomenon causes the dead to rise in Oslo, but they don't crave brains or flesh. Instead, the reanimated are driven by an overwhelming love for their families, seeking out their grieving loved ones. A veterinarian and a priest grapple with this strange new reality as society struggles to cope with the reawakening of their departed.
Handling the Undead garnered attention for its unique take on the zombie genre, focusing on emotional reunions rather than gore and horror. Critics noted its atmospheric tension and the performances of its lead actors, though some found its pacing and narrative development to be uneven.
Praised for its distinctive, emotionally driven premise that subverts typical zombie tropes.
Noted for strong performances, particularly from its lead actors, who convey the film's somber tone.
Some reviews indicate a slower pace and a less developed narrative arc in the latter half.
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The film is based on the novel of the same name by acclaimed Norwegian author John Ajvide Lindqvist, who also penned 'Let the Right One In'.
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Even at four times speed (MX Player won't play faster), it's excruciatingly slow. At least you get a few laughs, because a two-minute shot of an old guy walking looks hilarious in quadruple speed, or a three-minute trumpet solo or weeping s...
Given how much I enjoyed Let the Right one In, I had high hopes for Norwegian production, Handling the Undead. Hopes that were slowly eroded, over the course of this film. Yes, I could talk about this being haunting and meaningful, on a...
A bleak and somewhat beautiful piece, “Handling the Undead” had my curiosity the moment it was announced. The first act was great though, with a haunting and mesmerizing score, which is consistent throughout the film. The ending is BIZARRE ...
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