Exceeded Expectations

Rating: 8/10 (20 July 2013)

I will be the first to admit that I was very skeptical going into this movie. When headlines broke that extensive re-shoots would cause it to be delayed six months, I lost almost all faith. I found myself suckered into seeing it, and I now have no regrets. It wasn't nearly the best film of the year, but it was enjoyable. Following Brad Pitt's portrayal of Gerry Lane was a thrill, as the supporting cast of humans and zombies alike created a tense atmosphere in every new location that was explored. The acting was fine, although I'm still unsure why Matthew Fox was even in the film. Truthfully, Gerry's wife didn't have much of an impact on the film either. Brad Pitt was the obviously the star, but the zombies were a close second. Their speed and strength reminded me of the infected people in 28 Days Later, another "zombie" movie I recommend. Whenever you can throw together a nice amount of suspense, solid acting, and intimidating zombies, your recipe is a success. 8/10