Day of the Dead
Day of the Dead

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Day of the Dead

2008
Movie
86 min
English

When a small Colorado town is overrun by the flesh hungry dead, a small group of survivors try to escape in a last ditch effort to stay alive.

Insights

IMDb4.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes14%
Metacritic31/100
Google Users33%
Director: Steve MinerGenres: Horror, Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a small town, a group of survivors tries to endure the zombie apocalypse. As the undead horde grows, they seek refuge in an abandoned military bunker. Inside, they discover the terrifying experiments that led to the outbreak, forcing them to confront not only the zombies but also the dwindling hope of survival and the dark secrets of the military.

Critical Reception

The 2008 remake of 'Day of the Dead' received a largely negative reception from critics and audiences, often criticized for deviating significantly from the original's themes and tone, and for its reliance on gore and jump scares over suspense.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its relentless gore and some effective zombie action.

  • Criticized for a weak script, underdeveloped characters, and a significant departure from Romero's original social commentary.

  • Seen by many as a generic zombie flick lacking the depth and intelligence of its predecessor.

Google audience: Audience reviews were largely unfavorable, with many finding the film to be a disappointing remake that focused too much on graphic violence and not enough on character development or plot. Some appreciated the fast-paced action and gore, but it was generally considered a forgettable entry in the zombie genre.

Fun Fact

The film is a remake of George A. Romero's 1985 film of the same name, but it significantly alters the plot and characters, with a much greater focus on action and less on social commentary.

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John Chard

John Chard

Zombezi I'm on my way. A town is infected with a virus that turns the populace into flesh eating creatures. A hardy band of survivors fight to stay alive... Regardless of comparing it to the Romero film that shares the same name - sin...

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