Cargo
Cargo

Movie spotlight

Cargo

2019
Movie
112 min
English

A Bahamian Fisherman with a gambling addiction in Nassau takes a job smuggling Haitians to Florida in a desperate ploy to support his family.

Insights

IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes88%
Metacritic68/100
Google Users77%
Director: Ben Howling, Yolanda RamkeGenres: Drama, Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a zombie-infested Australia, a father races against time to find a new home for his infant daughter. Infected and with only 48 hours before he turns, he must navigate the dangerous landscape and find someone to protect his child.

Critical Reception

Cargo received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its emotional depth, strong performances, and unique take on the zombie genre. While some found the pacing slow at times, the film was largely lauded for its heartfelt story and visual style.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its emotional core and Martin Freeman's performance.

  • Appreciated for its unique Australian setting and character-driven narrative.

  • Some critics noted pacing issues but found the overall story compelling.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed Cargo, highlighting its touching story about a father's love and sacrifice. Many found it to be a more emotional and less action-heavy zombie film than usual, appreciating the focus on human relationships amidst the apocalypse.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Adapted Screenplay at the AACTA Awards.

Fun Fact

The film is an expansion of a short film of the same name created by the same directors, which went viral online in 2013.

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