Viral

In this sci-fi horror film, a parasitic alien virus begins to infect the Earth's population, turning people into aggressive, flesh-eating monsters. Two sisters, Emma and Stacey, try to survive the outbreak and find their father amidst the chaos. They must navigate a world overrun by the infected, using their wits and limited resources to stay alive and avoid becoming victims themselves.

Viral received a generally negative reception from critics, with many pointing to its derivative plot and lack of originality within the zombie/infected genre. While some appreciated its fast pace and visual effects, the overall consensus was that it failed to offer anything new or particularly engaging.

• Lacks originality and relies too heavily on familiar tropes.
• Offers some decent visual effects but ultimately feels like a forgettable entry in the genre.
• The pacing is frantic, but the story struggles to find its footing.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed to negative response, with many finding the film predictable and lacking in compelling characters or plot development. Some viewers enjoyed the action sequences and gore, but these were often overshadowed by criticisms of the movie's uninspired premise.

The film's directors, Henry Joost and Ariel Schulman, are also known for directing the documentary "Catfish" and its subsequent MTV series.