Review of Daybreakers (2010) by Shawn — 10 Jan 2010
This movie had a halfway decent premise, and absolutely refused to deliver on it. The thematic premise posed during the opening scene is only vaguely related to the themes explored in the film. It seems to only be there for shock value.
In regards to the actual thematic premise, whether to find a blood substitute or a cure for vampirism, it is addressed in only the most shallow fashion. Also, the idea that the world could completely change to the one depicted in the film in the span of only 10 years is ridiculous.
Ultimately though it is character that counts and Daybreakers has some of the most thinly drawn and comical characterizations you can imagine. This would be fine if the film was pure satire, but it takes itself way to seriously and makes the viewing all the more painful.
Oh and there are gratuitous scenes of violence throughout. Stay away. Far away. You'll be a better person because of it.
This review of Daybreakers (2010) was written by Shawn on 10 Jan 2010.
Daybreakers has generally received mixed reviews.
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