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Rating: 8/10 (25 March 2004)

Having only "28 days later" and the Simpson's Halloween specials as reference for zombies, I'd say this is an excellent zombie-stompin movie. The roles played by the original "Dawn of the Dead" cast were also very cool. It lacks the social commentary of previous zombie flicks, but it doesn't detract from the experience.
The film makes a point of establishing the reality of the world pre-zombie takeover, so the frequent defiance against of the laws of physics is troubling for some (anal science freaks like me). A filled propane tank ways 40 lbs. and there is no freakin way that they can be thrown that far, regardless of a ripped physique. Also, the number of direct headshots delivered by handguns is completely ludicrous, but now I'm being petty. If these attacks against the laws of nature scare the bejeebas out of you, maybe zombie flicks aren't for you.
Snyder does a good job for a first time out director and the cinematography is superb. The music selections seem odd at first, but suit the film (all hail Richard Cheese!).
8/10