If you love Zombie films, even old-school Zombie films, this is a must-watch film. People are saying the acting is bad, but they’re on crack. Also, it’s a zombie movie, people. Use your imagination. It’s not supposed to be 100% believable. And as far as zombie movies usually go, these have a pretty decent plot and storyline.
For the people complaining about it not being scary enough… THEY’RE ZOMBIES THAT CAN OUTRUN YOU! I mean, common, how is that not freaky enough for you? Yeesh.
28 Days Later [2002]
Now the movie is flawless with the amazing background score. Every second is gripping because of those running zombies, with some well-made emotional scenes.
The movie has a strong theme of survival and human nature, exploring how people react in extreme situations. The ending is somewhat disappointing, with a conventional action-packed finale. However, overall, “28 Days Later” is a gripping and thought-provoking film that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
The Story
Jim (Cillian Murphy), who had recently woken up from a hospital bed along with other survivors, reached soldiers only to survive from people who have turned into flesh-eating zombies. What’s Good: The movie shows some new moves and brilliant acting. It manages to pounce on my heart a bit. What’s Bad: The movie could avoid things like the nakedness of Cillian in his first scenes. The movie shifts its plot like a pinch. The movie soon shifts its shifts from zombies to something else.
About The Cast
The acting is superb, especially Jim and Selena, and the Director did an incredible job on this film. It’s art at its best. Inspirational.
IMDb -: 7.5/10 (Rated by 473k+ Viewers)
Dawn of the Dead [1978]
Even in 2025, some things are still very entertaining in this film. The characters were very well written, and it didn’t take long for me to care about their outcomes. People in the 70s must have loved this movie, and no doubt this film inspired all the zombie films after it. Just the best zombie movie ever; everything after has tried but never quite has the gravitas. 46 years on, still a great watch.
The Story
As civilization crumbles under the growing zombie plague, four survivors, two SWAT officers (Peter and Roger) and two TV station employees (Stephen and Francine), steal a helicopter and flee. They eventually find refuge in a massive suburban shopping mall. While fortifying the mall against zombie incursions and living off its abundant goods, they build a seemingly idyllic life.
However, isolation, material excess, and the ever-present undead gnaw away at their mental and emotional stability. Their sanctuary is further threatened when a violent gang of bikers discovers their hideout, leading to a catastrophic showdown.
Based On The Themes
Consumerism: One of the film’s most famous and enduring aspects is its savage critique of consumer culture. Zombies mindlessly shuffling through the mall, drawn there by some vestigial memory, mirror living consumers’ thoughtless, compulsive behaviors. The survivors themselves initially indulge in the mall’s luxuries, mistaking material abundance for safety and happiness.
Isolation and Complacency: The mall’s comforts lull the characters into a false sense of security. Their “perfect” life isolates them from the outside world but also erodes their humanity. Romero implies that society’s collapse is not internal (zombies) from the survivors’ failure to build something.
Cinematography and Visual
Unlike the stark black-and-white of Night, Dawn is colorful, almost garish. This choice reinforces the satirical tone: bright consumer goods contrast against bloody violence. Tom Savini’s groundbreaking practical effects are iconic. Though the blood (a bright, almost cartoonish red) looks unrealistic by today’s standards, the gruesome dismemberments, bites, and wounds were shocking and revolutionary at the time. Savini also appears in the film as a biker gang leader, adding a memorable human villain.
Outstanding Performances
Ken Foree (Peter): Foree delivers the film’s standout performance. Calm, capable, and empathetic, Peter anchors the narrative. His development from hardened SWAT officer to thoughtful survivor is subtle but profound. Gaylen Ross (Francine): Ross brings strength to what could have been a thankless role. Fran refuses to be just “the woman” of the group; she demands respect and agency, an uncommon trait for female characters in 1970s horror. David Emge (Stephen) and Scott Reiniger (Roger): Both actors capture the decline of ordinary desperation.
IMDb Rating -: 7.8/10 ,(Rated by 132k+ Viewers)
Train to Busan [2016]
How did this type of film exist back in the 2010s? This is now considered one of the best horror and thriller movies ever made. Train to Busan” is a gripping South Korean thriller that stands out for its unique blend of horror, suspense, and surprisingly deep emotional resonance. Directed by Yeon Sang-ho, this film follows a group of passengers on a high-speed train from Seoul to Busan, only to face a sudden zombie outbreak that transforms a simple journey into a desperate fight for survival.
The pacing of the movie is relentless, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats as the virus spreads quickly from car to car. The claustrophobic setting of the train enhances the intensity, limiting escape options and forcing characters to confront the horror up close. Each compartment becomes a battleground, creating powerful scenes that showcase both terror and bravery.
The Storyline
The story kicks off with a brief setup showing how the zombie outbreak begins: a biochemical leak causes a mutation in animals and humans. As the infection spreads rapidly across South Korea, the passengers on the KTX train to Busan discover that the real enemy isn’t just the zombies but also fear, selfishness, and human nature itself.
The narrative is simple but extremely effective: survive while being confined in a claustrophobic, speeding train, with nowhere to escape.
The Best Part
Emotional Core: Unlike many zombie films that focus purely on gore and action, Train to Busan is deeply emotional. The relationship between Seok-woo and his daughter, as well as other key characters like the tough, heroic Sang-hwa (Ma Dong-seok), is fleshed out well. This emotional layering makes the losses hit harder and the stakes feel real. Fast-Paced Zombies:
These aren’t your slow, lumbering zombies; they’re terrifyingly fast and aggressive, similar to World War Z or 28 Days Later. Their speed and the claustrophobic environment of the train amplify the tension.
Weaknesses
Predictable Tropes: Some plot developments feel a little predictable if you are familiar with zombie or disaster films (e.g., self-sacrifice, selfish villain getting others killed). One-dimensional Villain: The main human antagonist, a selfish businessman, is a bit cartoonish in his evilness, which slightly undermines the otherwise nuanced take on human behavior.
IMDb Rating – 7.6/10 (Rated by 283k+ Viewers)
Written by Nilesh Shiv