Osombie
Following the 9/11 attacks, the war on terror against Afghanistan continues. With the Taliban insurgents hiding out in the mountains however, they become increasingly difficult for the US military to engage. The solution is to try and flush them out by adding low level chemicals to the water supply. Little do the USA know however that enemy scientists have adapted the chemicals to make their own formula, one that can bring the dead back to life.
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Plot Summary
A zombie outbreak turns a remote Afghanistan battlefield into a chaotic nightmare. A team of elite soldiers must battle the undead horde while also facing a deadly operative who plans to use the zombie virus for her own nefarious purposes. The soldiers find themselves in a race against time to stop her and survive the escalating zombie apocalypse.
Critical Reception
Osombie is a low-budget independent horror film that received mixed to negative reviews, primarily criticized for its writing, acting, and special effects, while some acknowledged its attempt at a unique premise within the zombie genre.
What Reviewers Say
- While featuring a novel premise of zombies in a military setting, the execution is often hampered by amateurish filmmaking.
- The action sequences and gore are present, but lack polish and impact due to budget limitations.
- Performances are generally considered weak, detracting from any potential dramatic or comedic effect.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot primarily in and around a military base in South Carolina, USA, to simulate the Afghan setting.
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