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Cargo
A cargo truck driver father must struggle to control his 12 year old problem child son, after the son encounters a dark force which rests within the contents of the cargo he is transporting.
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Plot Summary
In a post-apocalyptic world ravaged by a zombie-like virus, a father struggles to find a safe haven for his infant daughter. Infected and with only 48 hours before he turns, he must navigate a treacherous landscape filled with the infected and desperate survivors to ensure his child's survival.
Critical Reception
Cargo received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its emotional depth, strong performances, and unique take on the zombie genre. It was particularly lauded for focusing on the human drama amidst the chaos.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its emotional resonance and powerful performances, particularly from Martin Freeman.
Appreciated for its unique focus on parental love and survival in a bleak world.
Felt by some to be a bit slow-paced at times, but ultimately rewarding.
Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a moving and often heartbreaking story of a father's love. Many appreciated its emotional depth and the shift in focus from typical zombie gore to a more character-driven narrative.
Fun Fact
The film is an expansion of a 2013 short film of the same name, also directed by Ben Howling and Yolanda Ramke and starring Martin Freeman.
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