Review of The Dead (2010) by Geoff J — 21 Nov 2011

Very realistic zombie thriller, amoung the best DTV movies in years...

This review of The Dead (2010) was written by Geoff J on 21 Nov 2011.

The Dead has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Brian C (2,025) on 14 Apr 2012

Probably the best zombie movie I've seen in a long time; beautiful scenery, classic zombies, bleak atmosphere, what more can you ask for…

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By Kristina K (624) on 03 Aug 2012

All the emotional stuff didn't get to me, but it looks amazing. The special effects were probably best I've seen…

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By Jordan F (406) on 07 Mar 2012

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By James O (968) on 11 Sep 2012

Ok folks, I'm going to go out on a limb here and be one of the few who doesn't understand what all the fuss is about…

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Fresh and interesting. Shot in Burkina-Faso and Ghana…

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