Doomsday

In a bleak future, a deadly virus known as the Reaper has ravaged Scotland, leading the government to quarantine the entire country. When the virus resurfaces in London, a team of soldiers led by Major Eden Sinclair is sent through the heavily fortified wall into the lawless North to find a cure. They must navigate a brutal landscape inhabited by desperate survivors and savage cannibals, encountering the menacing Lord Stirling and his followers.

Doomsday received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who generally praised its relentless action, gore, and Neil Marshall's distinctive directorial style. However, some critics found the plot derivative and the violence excessive. Audiences were more divided, with some appreciating its over-the-top B-movie sensibilities and others put off by its graphic nature.

• Praised for its inventive action sequences and Marshall's energetic direction.

• Criticized for its thin plot and reliance on gratuitous violence.

• A fun, albeit gory, post-apocalyptic romp that doesn't take itself too seriously.

Google audience: Audiences found 'Doomsday' to be an entertaining, action-packed ride with a distinctive visual style. While many enjoyed the gore and the film's commitment to its B-movie roots, some felt the plot was somewhat predictable and the violence gratuitous.

The film famously features a scene where a character plays a lute with a sword, a visual nod to the titular character in the classic 1982 film 'Conan the Barbarian'.