The Making of Daybreakers
The Making of Daybreakers

The Making of Daybreakers

2010Movie85 minEnglish

Behind-the-scenes documentary on the making of the 2008 science ficiton/horror film, Daybreakers featuring interviews with members of the cast and crew and delving into every aspect of the feature including early development, pre-production, production and post-production.

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IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes69%
Metacritic59/100
Google Users72%
Director: Michael Spierig, Peter SpierigGenres: Action, Drama, Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a future dominated by vampires, humanity is on the brink of extinction, serving as a farmed food source for the undead elite. A brilliant hematologist working with a vampire corporation discovers a potential solution to the blood crisis, but his research is threatened by both vampire society and a dwindling human resistance. He must race against time to find a cure before mankind is wiped out.

Critical Reception

Daybreakers received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised its inventive premise, stylish direction, and solid performances, particularly from Sam Neill. However, some critics found the plot to be somewhat uneven and the ending to be less impactful than the build-up. Audience reception was generally favorable, appreciating the unique take on the vampire genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ambitious concept and stylish visuals.
  • Willem Dafoe and Sam Neill's performances were often highlighted as strong points.
  • The film's narrative occasionally faltered, with some finding the resolution less satisfying than the setup.

Google audience: Viewers generally appreciated the film's original take on vampires and the dark, dystopian future it presented. The action sequences and the performances were frequently cited as enjoyable, though a portion of the audience felt the story could have been tighter or the ending more conclusive.

Fun Fact

The filmmakers, the Spierig Brothers, originally conceived the idea for Daybreakers in 1994 and worked on developing it for over a decade before it finally went into production.

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