Silent Zone

Silent Zone is a solid movie. My only gripe is a few slow parts. It's not a high budget movie but they did good for whatever amount they had to work with. Some of the other reviews are unjustly harsh. A 4, 5 or 6 star rating is correct for this one anything higher or lower is unfair. Except for a few slow parts it was quite entertaining and holds your attention. I liked how the zombies were able to "think" to a degree. It gave a nice twist on the zombie genre. The acting is not exceptional by any means but it is passable except for a couple moments of cringy acting. I probably wouldn't watch a second time but I do not regret watching once.

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.

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.

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.

By all rights this should be a dumpster fire.

Zombies, lowish budget, but the actors and direction and crew do some serious heavy lifting throughout to add some absolute charm throughout.

The main leads Devere and Papp are great together, with a believable chemistry. Devere needs a break in some full on action spin alongside Frank Grillo etc. Papp feels a little out of water in an actioner - but give her a bit more time to aclimatise and I think you could have an easy action star, with an easy genuine screen presence (could be simply down to budget thing to allow time to get familiar with guns, but she's not as unconvincing as many high profile stars have been and we've been spoilt with Matrix, John Wick, etc more recently).

2nd line or Barabas, Hannigan, and Latham do great jobs. Hannigan in particular stands out acting wise. Latham has a great ol' time hamming it up in his role where he knows his story is cliche rubbish and runs with it, you can see he's just enjoying himself.

You're not going to be blown away, but like so many bad films that get a lot more press that genuinely waste your time this one won't.

Definitely hits above where it should have.