Miss ZOMBIE
Miss ZOMBIE

Miss ZOMBIE

2013Movie85 minJapanese

A doctor and his family receive an unexpected delivery from an old friend at their remote country home - a large wooden crate containing a gun, a female zombie and an instruction sheet telling them not to feed her meat. The family is concerned, of course, but she seems harmless enough. Perhaps she can help clean up outside?

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Saburo KishidaGenres: Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a world where zombies are a regulated commodity, a reclusive old man purchases a young female zombie for his terminally ill nephew. He attempts to integrate her into his family, but the zombie's true nature and insatiable hunger begin to surface, leading to horrific consequences. The family's efforts to control the zombie and maintain their facade of normalcy unravel as the situation escalates into bloody chaos.

Critical Reception

Miss Zombie received mixed to positive reviews, often praised for its unique and darkly comedic take on the zombie genre, as well as its social commentary. Some critics found its pacing uneven, but generally, it was appreciated for its originality and unsettling atmosphere.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its innovative approach to the zombie subgenre.
  • Noted for its dark humor and unsettling exploration of humanity.
  • Some found the narrative and pacing to be inconsistent.

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Fun Fact

The film is notable for its attempt to humanize a zombie character while simultaneously exploring the inherent horror of its condition, offering a twist on the traditional zombie narrative.

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