The Cured
The Cured

The Cured

2017Movie95 minEnglish

What happens when the undead return to life? In a world ravaged for years by a virus that turns the infected into zombie-like cannibals, a cure is at last found and the wrenching process of reintegrating the survivors back into society begins.

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IMDb6.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic63/100
Google Users68%
Director: David FreyneGenres: Horror, Drama, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In a world ravaged by a terrifying plague that reanimates the dead, society struggles to rebuild. The infected, known as 'cured,' retain fragments of their former selves but are prone to violent outbursts. Years after the outbreak, a doctor battles to contain the disease's resurgence while confronting his own past trauma and the difficult choices that arise when humanity clashes with the remnants of its former loved ones.

Critical Reception

The Cured received mixed to positive reviews, praised for its mature take on the zombie genre, its emotional depth, and strong performances, particularly from its lead actors. Some critics found the pacing to be slow at times, and the narrative less impactful than its promising premise suggested.

What Reviewers Say

  • A thoughtful and often somber take on the zombie apocalypse, focusing on the aftermath and psychological toll.
  • The film distinguishes itself with its emphasis on human drama and the moral complexities of dealing with the infected.
  • While the narrative may occasionally falter, the performances and atmosphere contribute to a compelling horror experience.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's intelligent approach to the genre and its emotional weight. Many viewers found the performances captivating and the exploration of grief and societal collapse to be effective.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Dublin, Ireland, and features a cast and crew largely from Ireland, contributing to its grounded and bleak atmosphere.

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Gimly

Gimly

The re-integration of zombies into human society is something that is usually played for jokes. Not so for _The Cured_, which is about as self-serious as a zombie movie can get. It is mostly upheld by some solid acting, but I still was only...