A true horror/comedy

Rating: 10/10 (28 January 2008)

Shaun of the Dead is one of the best movies I've had the pleasure of seeing. Not only is it a perfect blend of gruesome zombie horror ala Romero's Dead series and unique British comedy much like the TV series "Spaced" (which is from the same group of guys) but it has plenty of heart and is made surprisingly well for a first time film. Every single actor embellishes their role (be it big or small) and makes the most out of it which is a major positive. Edgar Wright (director) shows a style very different to the many other horror/comedy directors and presents to us an entirely original film. He also knows how to reference other films subtlety but still laugh out loud funny.
The story, written by Edgar Wright and Simon Pegg, focuses on Shaun (Simon Pegg) and his current situation in life. He lives in a house with his best friend Ed (Nick Frost) and other friend Pete (Peter Serafinowicz) and spends most of his nights at 'The Winchester,' a local pub, with girlfriend Liz (Kate Ashfield) and her friends Dianne (Lucy Davis) and David (Dylan Moran). Not only does Liz split up with Shaun after he fails as a boyfriend, he has to cope with his mother Barbara (Penelope Wilton) and his step-dad Philip (Bill Nighy) who he hates with a passion. And to top it off he has to deal with the undead who have started to rise from ground for the flesh of the living.....
Simon Pegg and Nick Frost are two actors to watch out for and they really shine in this. Not only are they comic geniuses they can also act a dramatic scene very well. The supporting cast are just as good though and it would be a crime not to mention them as well. Fans of zombie movies will pick up the the many references scattered throughout and will also appreciate the occasional scenes of carnage. "Shaun of the Dead" is also a great parody and social satire. During the opening credits we see people going about their daily business in a zombie-like manner, implying we are already zombies and the point is further proved when Shaun walks through a zombie infested neighborhood going about his daily business and not noticing anything unusual.
"Shaun of the Dead" further proves that the British are the best when it comes to making comedies and it also seems horror. A solid 5/5