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The Infected
Revolves around Marcos, a thirty something year old man largely unremarkable but for the fact that he managed to escape an epidemic of the undead sweeping through Mexico City - and, indeed, the world - by taking flight and surviving as best he can in the remote hill country. It is there that he meets and takes up with the oafish Renato, young mother Claudia and her young daughter Zoe. The rules to survive are simple. Leave no trace, make no sound and leave no odors behind. The undead, you see, hunt by sound and smell. And no matter how careful Marcos and his group are, the undead are ranging farther and farther afield looking for food as the population in the city dwindles. It is only a matter of time before they are found.
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Plot Summary
A group of friends on a camping trip are attacked by a mysterious and seemingly unstoppable force. As they try to escape, they realize they are not just being hunted, but are being systematically turned into something monstrous. Survival depends on understanding the nature of the infection before it consumes them all.
Critical Reception
The Infected received a largely negative reception from critics, with many citing its derivative plot, weak character development, and uninspired scares. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with some appreciating its attempt at a creature feature, while others found it forgettable.
What Reviewers Say
Panned for its predictable storyline and lack of originality.
Criticized for its underdeveloped characters and reliance on gore over suspense.
Considered by some to be a low-budget horror film that fails to deliver memorable moments.
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Fun Fact
Despite its low critical reception, the film features horror icon Michael Berryman, known for his role in 'The Hills Have Eyes'.
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