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Directors: François Simard, Anouk Whissell, Yoann-Karl Whissell
Writers: Jerry Frissen, François Simard, Anouk Whissell
Stars: Alexandre Nachi, Derek Johns, Megan Peta Hill
We Are Zombies is a peculiar creature of a film. It’s a zombie movie that’s more interested in hanging out at the local diner than devouring brains. It’s a comedy that leans heavily on crude humor, but also has a surprising heart. It’s a world where the undead are just trying to make a buck, and the living are a bunch of bumbling idiots.
The film follows three slackers – Karl, Freddy, and Maggie – who stumble around a world where zombies are not mindless creatures, but rather, people who have retained their consciousness after death. These “living impaired” as they’re called, are a marginalized group trying to survive in a world that fears and reviles them. Our trio, always on the lookout for a quick buck, see an opportunity to exploit the situation.
What follows is a bizarre blend of black comedy, action, and social commentary. The filmmakers, RKSS, have crafted a world that is both absurd and oddly relatable. The characters, while stereotypical, are endearing in their own way. Karl, the awkward gamer, Freddy, the muscle-bound simpleton, and Maggie, the tech-savvy cynic, form a surprisingly effective trio.
The film’s humor is hit-or-miss. Some jokes land with a satisfying thud, while others fall flat. But the film’s charm lies in its willingness to be outrageous and unapologetic. It’s a movie that doesn’t take itself too seriously, and that’s refreshing.
The action sequences are surprisingly well-choreographed, with a healthy dose of gore and over-the-top violence. However, the film never loses sight of its comedic core. Even the most gruesome scenes are punctuated with a well-timed joke.
Beneath the surface of the crude humor and mindless mayhem, We Are Zombies offers a commentary on social outcasts and the way society treats those who are different. The film suggests that even in the most dire circumstances, there is still hope for humanity, or at least for those who have lost their humanity.
Ultimately, We Are Zombies is a guilty pleasure. It’s not a cinematic masterpiece, but it is undeniably entertaining. It’s a film that will leave you laughing, cringing, and thinking about the nature of existence, all at the same time.
We Are Zombies is a messy, unpredictable, and often hilarious ride. It’s a film that defies easy categorization, and that’s part of its charm. If you’re looking for a mindless zombie flick, this is not it. But if you’re open to something different, something with a bit of bite and a lot of heart, then We Are Zombies might just be the perfect undead treat.
Rating: 7/10
We Are Zombies streams exclusively on SCREAMBOX on August 13th.