Crossed
Crossed

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Crossed

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When a group of mercenary soldiers are hired by a Mexican cartel drug lord to retrieve a package for him and don't deliver, the drug lord suspects he's being double-crossed. He then gives the soldiers one last chance or die.

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Director: Garth Ennis (Creator)Genres: Horror, Gore, Survival

Plot Summary

Crossed is a horror comic book series that depicts a global pandemic caused by an extraterrestrial virus. This virus infects humans, causing them to become hyper-violent, sadistic, and extremely dangerous. The infected, known as 'Crossed', display a cross-shaped rash on their faces and are driven by an insatiable urge to torture, rape, and murder anyone they encounter. The story follows groups of survivors as they struggle to endure in a world overrun by these monstrous individuals.

Critical Reception

Crossed has been highly polarizing due to its extreme violence, gore, and disturbing themes. It is often praised for its unflinching depiction of horror and its ability to push the boundaries of the genre, while simultaneously criticized for its gratuitousness and potential to be deeply unsettling. The series has garnered a dedicated fanbase among horror aficionados who appreciate its raw and uncompromising approach to survival horror.

What Reviewers Say

  • Extremely graphic and disturbing content that is not for the faint of heart.

  • A brutal and relentless exploration of survival in a world gone mad.

  • Praised for its unbridled horror and commitment to extreme themes, but often criticized for its excessive gore.

Google audience: Audience reviews are sharply divided, with many finding the series to be excessively violent and disturbing to the point of being unreadable. Others appreciate its extreme nature and its unique take on apocalyptic horror, though even fans often acknowledge its boundary-pushing content.

Fun Fact

The 'Crossed' virus is famously depicted as being spread through bodily fluids, often leading to brutal and gruesome scenarios for both the infected and the survivors.

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