Review of Maggie (2015) by Brett H — 17 May 2015

A low-key and slow-paced zombie film that is more focused on the humanity of the characters than all-out carnage, and while at times it is highly effective, the dull pace and repetitive nature of the story left me wanting more.

The bleak, outbreak-ridden world, Maggie, is set in is effective and the deterioration-variety of zombies is quite disgusting and actually scary, though don't expect many appearances from the undead.

This film's theme is about the bond between father and daughter and him dealing with the fact that within weeks he will have to make a difficult decision, and the slow transformation of his daughter is handled perfectly through stellar make-up and an excellent performance by Abigail Breslin.

As I'm sure you're all wondering, Arnold is surprisingly good as the introverted and protective father and it's nice to see him at least try something a bit less grandiose where he can show another side of himself.

It's unfortunate that the story-telling is so lifeless (pun intended) because this could've been an engaging film with an edge on mindless zombie flicks, but as it stands, it's a solid attempt at a think-piece zombie film that doesn't quite make its mark.

The ending is also a bit confusing and just a few more seconds of closure would've helped sell it.