Definitely one of the best films I've seen.

Rating: 10/10 (17 February 2008)

Shaun of the Dead isn't so much a parody of the "Of the Dead" films as some would assume at first. The concept is essentially, "How would everyday people react when the zombie apocalypse happens?" There aren't any dark, mysterious pasts behind any of these characters. They're everyday people, dealing with everyday problems... ...with zombies.
What's fantastic about this film is the way it covers several genres, no matter how unorthodox in fashion. Of course, this is primarily a comedy, so almost every moment has some humor. When everything seems bleakest, there's always something to lighten the mood somewhat, whether it be a reference to something earlier in the film, or something as simple as Ed's "I got wood" T-shirt. There's always humor to it, no matter how subtle.
If you're a fan of the horror genre, this won't disappointed, as there are some generally uncomfortable moments. Still, fantastic overall. If you haven't seen it yet, please go out and rent it, or even better, buy it. You owe it to yourself.