Juken Zombie
Juken Zombie

Juken Zombie

2019Movie60 minJapanese

Based on the script that won the 6th Dorama Koshien about students who are turning into zombies one by one at a high school in the mountains

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Kensuke KurosakaGenres: Horror, Action, Comedy

Plot Summary

In a world overrun by zombies, a group of survivors desperately seeks an antidote. Their journey leads them to a remote research facility rumored to hold the key to humanity's salvation. However, they soon discover that the facility is guarded by a formidable zombie horde and a twisted scientist with his own horrifying agenda.

Critical Reception

Juken Zombie has been met with a mixed to positive reception, often praised for its unique blend of gore, humor, and action, while some critics note its low-budget production values and occasionally uneven pacing.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive zombie action sequences and darkly comedic tone.
  • Appreciated for its earnest, albeit low-budget, execution of genre tropes.
  • Some viewers found the humor to be hit-or-miss, and the plot somewhat predictable.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's entertaining zombie mayhem and surprisingly effective comedic elements, with many recommending it for fans of independent horror.

Fun Fact

The film was produced with a significantly limited budget, leading the filmmakers to utilize creative practical effects and resourceful camera work to achieve its desired visual impact.

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