

Maggie
As a psychic, Maggie regularly sees the future of her friends, parents, clients and random strangers on the street, but when she suddenly sees a glimpse of her own future, she is forced to start living in her own present.
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Plot Summary
A zombie apocalypse has ravaged the world, forcing society to adapt to a new reality where the infected are given a short time to come to terms with their fate. Maggie is a young woman who contracts the virus and is quarantined with her family. Over the course of 14 days, as her condition worsens, she experiences a range of emotions and reflections, supported by her loving father Wade. Their time together is a poignant exploration of family bonds, acceptance, and the difficult choices faced when confronting mortality.
Critical Reception
Maggie (2022) received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding the premise interesting but the execution lacking. While Arnold Schwarzenegger's performance as a grieving father was often praised for its emotional depth, the film was frequently criticized for its slow pacing, underdeveloped plot, and inconsistent tone. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating the more emotional and character-driven approach to the zombie genre, while others found it underwhelming.
What Reviewers Say
- Arnold Schwarzenegger delivers a surprisingly sensitive performance.
- The film's exploration of grief and family amidst a zombie outbreak is thought-provoking.
- However, the pacing is often too slow, and the narrative feels underdeveloped.
Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a unique take on the zombie genre, with many appreciating the emotional core and Schwarzenegger's dramatic role. However, a significant portion of viewers felt the movie was too slow and predictable, lacking the intensity expected from a horror film.
Fun Fact
This film is a reimagining of the 2015 film of the same name, which also starred Arnold Schwarzenegger in a similar role.
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