Silent Zone

This movie ventures into the familiar territory of post-apocalyptic, zombie-infested worlds, delivering a film that, while not groundbreaking, offers moments of genuine engagement.

The narrative centers on Cassius and Abigail, survivors navigating a world decimated by a zombie outbreak. Their routine existence is disrupted upon encountering a pregnant woman, propelling them into a perilous journey that tests their resilience and moral boundaries. This setup introduces compelling ethical dilemmas, adding depth to the otherwise standard plotline.

Matt Devere's portrayal of Cassius stands out, infusing the character with a stoic determination that resonates on screen. His performance adds a layer of gravitas to the film, elevating scenes that might have otherwise fallen flat.

Visually, "Silent Zone" makes effective use of its setting, capturing the desolation of a world overrun by the undead. The cinematography, while not particularly innovative, serves the story well, creating an atmosphere of tension and uncertainty.

However, the film is not without its shortcomings. The pacing is uneven, with certain sequences dragging on, potentially testing the viewer's patience. Additionally, while the characters are serviceable, they lack the depth that would make their struggles more impactful.

In conclusion, "Silent Zone" offers a familiar yet moderately engaging experience for fans of the zombie genre. It doesn't reinvent the wheel but provides enough moments of tension and solid performances to warrant a viewing.

I love zombie movies-I try to watch as many as I can, and I don't mind if they feature unknown actors. Unfortunately, that also means I'm often disappointed. But Silent Zone turned out to be a pleasant surprise.

I expected another low-budget B-movie filled with cool action scenes, gory zombies, minimal plot, and cliché characters. Instead, I got a film that blends action-horror with genuine drama. The characters are multidimensional, and there were a few plot twists that genuinely surprised me (no spoilers here!).

It's a slow-burn in parts but builds great tension and delivers solid emotional moments alongside the action. If you're a fan of the genre, I definitely recommend giving Silent Zone a chance.

I can't even believe that I paid $5 for this movie. The fights are terrible, the "bleeding" is even worse, and the acting is really bad!! The make-up is really bad too...one part in the beginning was a woman who got bit on the face and it looked like she dipped her face in dirt or rocks. The availability of vehicles for the all too hurried escape time after time was really really bad. I get it that everyone wants to make the perfect zombie movie but it's ridiculous that the "hero" is some guy who blames and blames everyone else because something didn't go to plan as he would of liked. I love zombie movies but this one isn't good at all.

Everything that needs to be in a film of this genre is present in Silent Zone: a simple plot, intense action, hordes of the undead, and a mad scientist.

However: The acting is bad, the dialogue is dull, and the fight scenes are so poorly executed that I actually laughed out loud at times. The director clearly didn't have an armorer on set. The way the actors handle firearms is comical, and the amount of muzzle flash is ridiculously unrealistic. The tension of traveling through the remnants of civilization is nonexistent. The characters don't fit together, they are underdeveloped, and they left no impression on me.

To sum up: The framework of this film could serve as a starting point for writing a script for any movie in this genre. Silent Zone is a failure only because it didn't have enough funding.

If you like zombie movies, you will like this movie. It is well above average for this genre.

The country of origin is given as Hungary, but some of this movie definitely looked like the Chernobyl restricted zone. Either way, the locations were good, the big wide angle shots were well done, the camera work was excellent. This does not look like a cheap, low budget movie.

There was character development, not a lot, but enough to keep you interested. The acting was for the most part good, especially the leading characters. Some of the secondary parts, with only a few lines, did come off as amateurish, but mostly quite professional.

It's not great or outstanding, and I will probably never watch it again, but I felt it was well worth my time on a lazy afternoon.

Overall: Above average zombie movie, recommended.