Short and Sweet

Rating: 8/10 (14 January 2008)

First up this film only runs for 90mins. Not sure if this is a good or a bad thing. The fact that its short allows for a roller-coaster 90min ride. The fact that its maybe lacking half an hour means it probably will not be remembered for too long in the memory afterwards.
Great acting by Smith. I had read before this film came out that it did not concentrate enough on the emotional aspects of the main characters plight (being alone for 3 years). I disagree though, I think his relationship with the dog and the store dummies proves this point. I found it heartbreaking at times to watch him flash back to his family. This worked very well and made for more than just a dumb blockbuster.
The zombies are crap though. The CGI annoyed me. I would have preferred 28 days later type zombies better I think. These guys were not scary at all.
Overall I had a blast though. Good fun and a bitter sweet ending, which fitted perfectly. Go see it for yourself.
8/10