After Dawn
After Dawn

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After Dawn

2017
Movie
24 min
French

Ensconced in a solitary existence, Paweł believed that his feelings for the young man he once loved in Brussels had long since ebbed. That is, until one rainy afternoon, when he finds Clément waiting at his home in Poland.

Insights

IMDb5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Director: J.D. DillardGenres: Horror, Thriller, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In a post-apocalyptic world where a mysterious phenomenon has turned most of humanity into zombie-like creatures, a woman named Jo survives by her wits and resilience. She tries to make her way through the desolate landscape, facing not only the undead but also the lingering question of what caused the apocalypse. The film follows her solitary journey as she grapples with loss and the desperate need for survival.

Critical Reception

After Dawn received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its atmosphere and Brea Grant's performance, while some found the plot to be derivative of other post-apocalyptic and zombie films.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and survivalist themes.

  • Brea Grant's performance as the sole survivor is a standout element.

  • Some viewers felt the narrative followed familiar genre tropes too closely.

Google audience: Information not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a low budget, with director J.D. Dillard also serving as one of the actors and co-writing the script.

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