Review of The Returned (2013) by Roxanne R — 09 Jul 2014

A different and refreshing twist to the zombie franchise and glad to say this gem is on Netflix instant streaming. The Returned are humans that were zombies but they inject themselves daily with a protein that stops the spread of the virus and enables them to behave and look like normal human beings.

Unfortunately an anti-return movement has started and they are attacking hospitals, crews and people who are the returned. So with the attacks on the rise and rumors that the protein stock is running low, chaos takes place forcing a couple to flee until things get back to normal.

The story continues from there and although the ending is left open, the viewer knows what Kate (Emily Hampshire) is about to do. This film should stir discussions among viewers about many things: what will happen during a pandemic especially if medical supplies run low, how to contain the affected, etc.

Recommended!