Ziam

What if we crossed soylent green, train to Busan, and Ong Bak...but made it trash?

That's Ziam. A forgettable zombie punch up with no bite. When a martial arts enforcer goes to save his girlfriend (ex?..it's really not well established) from a zombie infested hospital, you will fall asleep from the lame action.

Zero character development, terrible writing. Same pace through the whole movie and plot armor so bad that watching a guy casually kick zombies gets dull fast. There is gore. But it's just wet. Nothing impressive. CGI blood and fire make it look even worse. Not to mention the awful 3rd act mutations.

Bloody diarrhea from bad take out would be more entertaining and have a better story.

"Ziam" delivers an interesting blend of zombie horror and Muay Thai action - a fresh take for the genre that's visually compelling, but ultimately let down by its undercooked story.

Set in a dystopian Bangkok plagued by a viral outbreak, the film follows Singh, a retired Muay Thai fighter who must battle hordes of the infected with nothing but his fists to save his girlfriend and a young child from a hospital under siege. The setting is the film's strongest asset: gritty, claustrophobic hospital corridors lit in harsh tones that amplify the tension. The action is intense and well-choreographed, relying heavily on practical effects rather than CGI, which gives the fights a brutal, visceral edge.

Mark Prin delivers a convincing performance as the determined fighter, and the physical demands of the role are clearly met. The zombie makeup is also commendable, enhancing the sense of danger in every close-quarter brawl.

However, where Ziam falters is in its narrative. The plot feels rushed and occasionally nonsensical. Characters make illogical decisions, emotional arcs are forced, and key moments lack the build-up needed to make them truly impactful. It asks for a lot of suspension of disbelief - and not in a good way. The backstory is thin, and while there are attempts at emotional depth, they often fall flat due to underdevelopment.

In short, Ziam is entertaining if you're in the mood for zombie mayhem and martial arts, but don't expect a story that holds up under scrutiny. A great concept with uneven execution.

Honestly, I didn't like this one much. The story felt chaotic and disconnected, like the filmmakers didn't have a clear vision. Scenes jumped around without much logic, and characters didn't feel developed or meaningful. There were moments where I thought it might get better, but it never really did. The pacing was inconsistent, and the overall structure lacked coherence. It felt like a mix of ideas thrown together without direction. While there was some effort in visuals and certain scenes had potential, the film just didn't land for me. It left me confused and frustrated more than entertained, which made it hard to stay engaged. Overall, a disappointing watch that missed the mark.

Ziam tries to present itself as a horror experience but falls short in delivering true scares. The cinematography feels bland, lacking creativity in framing and lighting, making even the few tense moments look flat. The horror elements are minimal, with most scenes failing to build genuine suspense or fear, leaning instead on loud sounds and predictable jumps.

The VFX are poor, pulling you out of the film rather than immersing you in its world, and the storyline feels cliché, with the same haunted house tropes and a predictable "twist" you see coming from miles away. While there are a few moments that attempt to add atmosphere, they aren't enough to elevate Ziam beyond average.

Overall, Ziam is a watchable but forgettable horror film that lacks the craft needed to stand out, best suited for a casual watch if you have nothing else to do.

The film suffers from poor storytelling and implausible plot developments that make it difficult to take seriously or emotionally invest in. Events unfold with little logic or coherence, and key plot points feel forced or unearned. Character development is sorely lacking-viewers are given minimal insight into the protagonists, making it hard to care about their fate. Instead, the focus is placed almost entirely on the zombies, sidelining human drama. The excessive use of CGI overwhelms rather than enhances, leading to a visually artificial experience. The film also feels rushed from beginning to end, as if key scenes and transitions were either cut or never written in the first place. Pacing issues prevent any real tension from building. Despite these flaws, the film does shine in its action choreography-fight scenes are well-staged and visually exciting. If not for the quality of these sequences, this would be a 1-star film. Ultimately, it's a shallow and forgettable viewing experience.