Autumn
The virus came so fast no one had time to prepare. Before the day was over, entire towns were decimated, and large cities became monumental tombs. Left with nothing but fading hope and the will to live, reclusive software consultant Michael (Dexter Fletcher) and temperamental mechanic Carl (Dickon Tolson) lead a small group of survivors into the country in hopes of riding out the coming winter. But now the decaying victims of the plague are reanimating, growing more smart and vicious with each passing day. Now, the only hope for the survival of the human race is Phillip (Carradine), a man who refused to leave the city, and has somehow avoided becoming food for the flesh-eating masses.
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Plot Summary
In this post-apocalyptic horror film, a group of survivors struggles to endure a mysterious zombie-like plague that has decimated the population. As the infected turn into mindless, aggressive creatures, the remaining humans must band together and navigate a world overrun by the undead. Their journey is fraught with peril, forcing them to confront not only the external threat but also the dwindling hope and escalating paranoia within their own ranks.
Critical Reception
Autumn received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often pointed to its derivative nature within the crowded zombie subgenre. While some praised its atmospheric tension and gore, many found the plot predictable and the characters underdeveloped. Audience scores also reflect this divisiveness, with appreciation for its earnest attempt at a bleak post-apocalyptic setting often overshadowed by criticisms of pacing and originality.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its grim atmosphere and gory moments.
- Criticized for its lack of originality and predictable plot.
- Character development is often found to be lacking.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in and around the city of Sofia, Bulgaria, adding to its desolate, post-apocalyptic aesthetic.
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