Zombieland - A film with Woody Harrelson

[Neil]

http://www.cinemablend.com/new/Woody-Harrelson-Versus-Zombies-9957.html

[capncnut]

LOL, the guy was Larry Flynt twelve years ago, now he's in a zombie flick...

[Bub666]

I haven't seen Woody Harrelson in any movies in awhile.I'll check this movie out.

[Neil]

I haven't seen Woody Harrelson in any movies in awhile.I'll check this movie out.

Last thing I saw him in was 'After the Sunset'. Fun flick apart from the daft ending...

[MikePizzoff]

I've always been a fan of Woody. I'm really not sure why. Maybe it's because I loved CHEERS as a kid? I thought he was a pleasant surprise in No Country For Old Men.

[bassman]

Last thing I saw him in was 'After the Sunset'. Fun flick apart from the daft ending...

Never saw A Scanner Darkly or No Country For Old Men? You should check those out. They're good.

Harrelson seems like an all around cool dude. He's pro-weed and now he's in a zombie film.:p Speaking of....everyone should check out this documentary he narrated called Grass (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0214730/). Great documentary on America's war on pot throughout the 20th century...

[MoonSylver]

Sounds interesting. Mickey Knox as a zombie killer...what's not to like?;)

[bassman]

The director has posted some pictures (http://rubenfleischer.com/archive) of the set now that principle photography is finished.

http://13.media.tumblr.com/kxNJ4om7vlvrm1aeoqFOVY6Ho1_400.jpg


kewl.

[AcesandEights]

The director has posted some pictures (http://rubenfleischer.com/archive) of the set now that principle photography is finished.

http://13.media.tumblr.com/kxNJ4om7vlvrm1aeoqFOVY6Ho1_400.jpg


kewl.

Some really nice pics in there for sets, Bass. Thanks for finding and sharing the link, because I hadn't really seen any images associated with the film yet. Now if I could see some actual film stills...

Google search turned up these:


Hmmm, none of these are official...

http://zombieslash.com/wp-content/zombie_pics/Woody_Harrelson_stars_in__Zombieland__on_Flickr_-_Photo_Sharing!-20090413-125147.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3545/3396450217_22070e0827_m.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3648/3396447617_f194cb3e52.jpg

[bassman]

Just found out that this was filmed really close to me. It would have been cool to see some live zombie action.:(

[krakenslayer]

Heh heh.... wood :D

[archivesofthede]

If I remember correctly, he can play a really good bad ass.

Natural Born Killers. :evil:

What a great film.

[bassman]

Just found out that Bill Murray is reported to be in this flick. I had heard recently that he was in town filming, but didn't know for what. Now it's being reported that he plays A ZOMBIE (http://www.shocktillyoudrop.com/news/topnews.php?id=10322) in Zombieland.

Murray as a zombie in a zombie comedy? I like the sound of this!

So I missed the chance to see a zombie movie being filmed....AND Bill Murray.:(

[MoonSylver]

Just found out that Bill Murray is reported to be in this flick. I had heard recently that he was in town filming, but didn't know for what. Now it's being reported that he plays A ZOMBIE (http://www.shocktillyoudrop.com/news/topnews.php?id=10322) in Zombieland.

Murray as a zombie in a zombie comedy? I like the sound of this!

So I missed the chance to see a zombie movie being filmed....AND Bill Murray.:(

:stunned:

I'm sold.:D

[AcesandEights]

Just found out that Bill Murray is reported to be in this flick. I had heard recently that he was in town filming, but didn't know for what. Now it's being reported that he plays A ZOMBIE (http://www.shocktillyoudrop.com/news/topnews.php?id=10322) in Zombieland.

Murray as a zombie in a zombie comedy? I like the sound of this!

So I missed the chance to see a zombie movie being filmed....AND Bill Murray.:(

That actually does suck. I know that's gotta sting for ya, Bassman. Hopefully, the movie will be okay and Murray's performance in it will be well handled.

This is kind of like a reeses peanut butter cup moment for you, eh? Were there ever any zombie / Ghostbuster crossovers in the comics or cartoons, by the way?

[bassman]

There have been a few things in the comics and cartoon that could be considered zombies. But there was a zombie in the first film, as well...

http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/2088/2881/1600/Image200.3.jpg

Driving a taxi cab. So Romero WASN'T the first to have smart zombies!:p

[Trin]

I'm not sure we can assume that guy's a zombie. He looks pretty good for a NY taxi cab driver. :lol:

[Neil]

Stills over at AICN...

http://www.aintitcool.com/node/41379

[MoonSylver]

Stills over at AICN...

http://www.aintitcool.com/node/41379

Noice! I likes whats I sees. Looking forward to this one more all the time.

[Yojimbo]

Dug those shots of zombie carnage, especially the ones in Hollywood. Since it is practically my home neighborhood, I have long had nightmares that look pretty much just like that.

Bill Murray is in this one, so going to support this one in the theaters is like a no brainer for me!

[AcesandEights]

I'm just hoping it's decent and we get to see it soon! :)

[MoonSylver]

I'm just hoping it's decent and we get to see it soon! :)

If IMDB is to be trusted ( :rolleyes: ), they have a release date set of Oct 9th, which ain't TOO far off.

[TheSeasonOfFire]

It's looking good. I have learned to stay cautiously optimistic about these things ;)

[AcesandEights]

It's looking good. I have learned to stay cautiously optimistic about these things ;)

^^^ This should be the official zombie-movie lover's mantra.

[MoonSylver]

^^^ This should be the official zombie-movie lover's mantra.

Either that, or "you gotta be willing to dig through a lot of shit to occasionally strike gold." ;)

[CooperWasRight]

Trailer hits the web http://www.apple.com/trailers/sony_pictures/zombieland/

[bassman]

I'll be there opening night. Looks like a blast!:D

Anyone else pick up a Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy vibe going on with that voice over?

[Neil]

Related interview over at AICN - http://www.aintitcool.com/node/41462


I like to think of it as MIDNIGHT RUN with zombies, the story of these two unlikely people that go on a road trip together. Woody Harrelson is this zombie-killing badass and then Jesse Eisenberg is this sort of wimpy coward and they have both managed to survive.

It takes place in a post apocalyptic zombie world, so it’s more along the lines of 28 DAYS LATER as opposed to the moment of outbreak. So they are just in this post apocalyptic zombie landscape, they meet up on the road, they end up traveling together and it’s a true buddy comedy with these opposite characters with Woody as our badass zombie killer and Jesse being the opposite, but they both manage to survive because of their unique traits. Like Woody can kill every zombie and Jesse puts together a collection of rules that have allowed him to survive using his smarts and his fear to his advantage.


And here's a trailer - http://www.apple.com/trailers/sony_pictures/zombieland/ - It looks better than I thought it would!

[Trencher]

Bleh I dislke Woddy Harryson, when he did the larry flint movie he said in an interview on Norwegian Televison that "if Larry flynt was alive today he would be right at the thick of it, protesting the gulf war" and dont get me started on that sado wank fest that natural born killers was.

[AcesandEights]

Finally had a chance to check out the trailer that had been posted and it looks like it could be a bucket full of fun. I'll give it a shot.

[Yojimbo]

Enjoyed the trailer. Fuck if zombies haven't come a long long way since 1968!

I'll give this one a shot, even though Woody's off camera rhetoric, like that of many political celebs, is somewhat tiresome. Actually looks pretty enjoyable, and there are some scenes of my beloved Los Angeles as a zombie wasteland!

[DjfunkmasterG]

It's looking good. I have learned to stay cautiously optimistic about these things ;)


^^^ This should be the official zombie-movie lover's mantra.


You have to have that as a mantra now... especially after LAND of the DEAD :p

[bassman]

You have to have that as a mantra now... especially after LAND of the DEAD :p

BA-ZING!

Of course you could say the same thing for Dawn04.:sneaky:

I'm looking forward to this flick, but anyone else getting the feeling that the zombie comedy genre might be ruining it's welcome? It seems like there have been a lot of them since Shaun, anyway. But none of them can hold a candle to Shaun...

[darth los]

You have to have that as a mantra now... especially after LAND of the DEAD :p


BA-ZING!

Of course you could say the same thing for Dawn04.:sneaky:




And what would this place be without the neverending struggle between the Land and Dawn 04' camps. It's like the Capulets and the Montagues !! :p









:cool:

[Wooley]

"Whaddya think? Zombie kill of the week?"

So far, looks like a slice of fried gold.

[Skippy911sc]

And what would this place be without the neverending struggle between the Land and Dawn 04' camps. It's like the Capulets and the Montagues !!

More like the Hatfield's and the McCoy's...

[Neil]

Script review - http://coronacomingattractions.com/news/exclusive-script-review-zombieland

[Trin]

More like the Hatfield's and the McCoy's...
The flame loving trolls and the troll loving flamers...

[Spider]

I was sold after I heard "Woody Harrelson" & "zombies." I will definitely check this one out. Looks to be a fun movie.

[bassman]

Red Band Trailer

If any of you here love gore(who doesn't?), then you should like this. Some of those slow motion kills are awesome. And the dead bodies being run over - classic.

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I love this trailer. It get's me really excited to see this flick.

[ProfessorChaos]

wow...i'd not really paid too much attention to this and hadn't really seen anything about it, but after that trailer, i'm sold...

runners still suck ass, however.

[bassman]

runners still suck ass, however.

Of course. But at least this is a comedy, so they're not taking it seriously.

I'm anxious to see how Bill Murray plays a zombie. Should be funny...

[AcesandEights]

Of course. But at least this is a comedy, so they're not taking it seriously.

I'm anxious to see how Bill Murray plays a zombie. Should be funny...

I doubt he'll be a runner :D I just can't see that happening nowadays.

[major jay]

I doubt he'll be a runner

Maybe they'll have him attempting to drive a golf cart. :D

[BillyRay]

Bill Murray as a zombie. Hmmmmm...

Is that what was meant by "On your deathbed, you will recieve total conciousness"?

So he's got THAT going for him. Which is nice.

(goonga galoonga)

[Cinerary]

Can't wait to see this. Good times!;)

[clanglee]

That redband trailer is even better than the other!!! I am soooooo excited about this movie!!!

"you got a pretty mouth" :lol::lol::lol:

[Neil]

Red Band Trailer

If any of you here love gore(who doesn't?), then you should like this. Some of those slow motion kills are awesome. And the dead bodies being run over - classic.

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I love this trailer. It get's me really excited to see this flick.

OK! I love it :) :hyper:

[AcesandEights]

Looks like fun. Now we need a scary zombie movie for October!

[bassman]

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There are several of these...

[BillyRay]

There seems to be a whole lotta movies coming out this fall that I really wanna see: Zombieland, District 9, '9' (the animated one), Gamer, Avatar, and Uncle George's latest.

Shame I'm going to be up to my armpits in puppets. >sigh<

[major jay]

Looks like fun. Now we need a scary zombie movie for October!

How about this one? :)


The official release date for Deadlands 2 is set for October 27th 2009. Check your local best Buy or Wally World to get your copy that day.

[Danny]

wally world? sounds like the philosophical cop-out to wheres wally?, turns out, in a coma based ream world of his own design.


-ive watched too many shamylan movies lately.

[Bone Daddy]

Zombieland looks good, obvious overtones to Shaun of the Dead. Lets' hope it delivers.

[bassman]

International Trailer

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[MikePizzoff]

There seems to be a whole lotta movies coming out this fall that I really wanna see: Zombieland, District 9, '9' (the animated one), Gamer, Avatar, and Uncle George's latest.


District 9 is already out, dude!

[BillyRay]

Yeah, just saw it on Friday night.

I loves me some thinky Sci-fi..

[DjfunkmasterG]

Pics from the set...

http://www.fearnet.com/news/photos/b16457_zombieland_invades_hollywood_highland.html


Some reshoot stuff for Zombieland

[MinionZombie]

As soon as I saw the piano bit, heard "zombie kill of the week", and Woody Harrelson - I was sold on this movie, despite the zombies being weird variations of the runner.

[Neil]

Some behind the scenes shots...

http://photos.latimes.com/backlot/gallery/zombieland/2009/8/25/Zombieland_extras_charlie_chaplin

[zombieparanoia]

This looks like a way better zombie movie than at least the last 2 romero zombie flicks.

[Neil]

Review over at AICN - Pretty +ve...

http://www.aintitcool.com/node/42313

[bassman]

Oh, and then there is *Celebrity Cameo*. It's not so much a mystery if
you go to IMDB, but one of the finer points of the film is how it is
built up, revealed, and followed through on. The film manages to
exploit the fact that the celebrity has a history with Columbia,
leading to some great shout-outs to earlier films.

Hrm. This pretty much confirms the rumor that's been going around concerning a reference to one of my favorite films.:D

It's looking good, though! Another zomedy to add to the growing list...

[MinionZombie]

Hopefully this really will be a good, fun zombie comedy.

I'll say it again - I heard "Woody Harrelson" and I heard "zombie kill of the week" and saw the piano drop on a zed's head, and I was SOLD on it.

[Trin]

Yeah, this movie looks fantastic. The "Army of Darkness" for this decade. And with zombies. I cannot imagine anyone better suited for this than Woody.

[DjfunkmasterG]

Review from DREAD CENTRAL 5 out of 5


http://www.dreadcentral.com/reviews/zombieland-2009

[MinionZombie]

Cool.

As I've said many a time, I'm up for this movie and was sold very quickly on the idea of it with Woody, and the "zombie kill of the week" line.

Bring it - November 27th in the UK I think it is...

[MoonSylver]

Oct 2nd here in the states I believe. Seeing the promo quite a bit on TV. Hope to actually go to the theater & see it!

*Edit* WHOO-HOO!!! Post 1000! :D (Now if I could only add all the lost posts from the old days...:( :lol: )

[krakenslayer]

I see what the film-makers were thinking:

"What is it that Romero's fans are missing in his movies?"
Answer: "Wide-scale destruction and guilt-free, good-time zombie killing."

Whether that's a good thing or not, I dunno. Looks like they've ticked all the right boxes, though.

[clanglee]

*Edit* WHOO-HOO!!! Post 1000! :D (Now if I could only add all the lost posts from the old days...:( :lol: )

Congratz!!!

:D

[Neil]

More goodness...

http://www.cinemablend.com/new/Genius-Zombieland-Promos-Answer-Viewer-Mail-14828.html

http://www.cinemablend.com/new/Shotgun-Powered-New-Zombieland-Images-14829.html

[MinionZombie]

More goodness...

http://www.cinemablend.com/new/Genius-Zombieland-Promos-Answer-Viewer-Mail-14828.html

http://www.cinemablend.com/new/Shotgun-Powered-New-Zombieland-Images-14829.html
Awesome sauce.

[DjfunkmasterG]

And to think when this was originally greenlit it was set for DTV... now its getting awesome press, the release was moved up 4 weeks, and the word of mouth from sneak peak screenings is that the film is really good.

This may be THE zombie film of 2009

[AcesandEights]

Yes, yes. I'm all excited too. I just hope that all decently budgeted zombie films (that is to say any zombie film with an actual budget ;)), in the foreseeable future will not have to adhere to the zomedy model.

"We get where you're coming from this World War Z-thing. Very bleak. Very scary. But where's the comedic relief?"

[DeadJonas190]

My friends got to see this movie during a sneak peek last night and went as far as to say it is better than Shaun of the Dead... sounds promising. Unfortunatly I had to work so I was unable to go :(

[bassman]

This may be THE zombie film of 2009

That's kind of an easy title to have, isn't it? I can't recall any zombie films this year. Other than yours, of course....

[MinionZombie]

That's kind of an easy title to have, isn't it? I can't recall any zombie films this year. Other than yours, of course....
*ahem* Dead Snow...:rockbrow:

The most awesome bucket of zombie nazis ever-ever ... ring any bells? :)

...

Really looking forward to Zombieland, so I am.

...

And yes, Deadlands 2, although I saw it last year so it's more like a zombie film of 2008 for me.

[Neil]

Patrick Swayze was suppose to have a cameo in it... http://www.cinemablend.com/new/Patrick-Swayze-Was-Set-To-Cameo-In-Zombieland-14841.html

[Spider]

I saw a TV spot for this the other day & am hoping I can catch it in theaters when it opens.

I really hope that Bill Murray ends up playing the Big Ern zombie complete with his bowling ball with the rose in it & wild comb over.

[Neil]

They clearly hated it! http://www.cinemablend.com/reviews/Zombieland-4191.html

[MinionZombie]

They clearly hated it! http://www.cinemablend.com/reviews/Zombieland-4191.html
lol

Those guys have certainly been sporting a stiffy for this flick, haven't they? I'm glad they gave it the thumbs up, as I'll be off to see it after the 9th when it comes out here.

I see Halloween 2 also comes out on the 9th, and I do actually wanna see that ... but Zombieland wins out.

[Cinerary]

When I type "Bill Murray as a zombie" in Google I get the clown zombie. I assume this is him. At least it would be appropriate.

http://www.horror-asylum.com/news/pics/zombieland_zombie_clown.jpg

[kidgloves]

This looks like Left 4 Dead on the big screen. Cool :D

[slickwilly13]

Here's a review. 9/10

http://www.bloody-disgusting.com/review/2083

[DjfunkmasterG]

CNN article: Seems positiive, but fuck it, there has been enough good word of mouth for me to head out and see it.

http://www.cnn.com/2009/SHOWBIZ/Movies/10/01/zombieland.movie/index.html

[bassman]

When I type "Bill Murray as a zombie" in Google I get the clown zombie. I assume this is him. At least it would be appropriate.



Pretty sure that's not it. Saw a clip with that guy already...




I'm not sure I've seen a really negative review yet.:hyper:

[DjfunkmasterG]

Is Bill Murray playing a zombie?

Checkout the spalsh page on

http://www.youtube.com/

[ProfessorChaos]

dying to see this, but i've gotta work friday night and will be going to a mlb game on saturday...plus i promised the ladyfriend i'd go see it with her, so that means i gotta wait till next weekend....:(

[bassman]

Is Bill Murray playing a zombie?


Yes and no. I'm not going to give it away like some douchebag gave it away to me on another forum. It'll be funny...that much I can assure you.

[darth los]

If anyone goes to see this please post your thoughts. I just can't stand to waste another 50 bucks on a movie day when the film sucks balls. I'd like to avoid that if possible.



:cool:

[bassman]

If anyone goes to see this please post your thoughts. I just can't stand to waste another 50 bucks on a movie day when the film sucks balls. I'd like to avoid that if possible.


50 bucks?!? Holy shit, man. What kind of theaters are you going to?:eek:

[darth los]

50 bucks?!? Holy shit, man. What kind of theaters are you going to?:eek:

Well, I normally don't go alone. And you gotta eat while you're out right?


And don't forget, I am in new York City You know. This is the same place where I pay $1,650 a month in rent for a 3 bedroom apt. So....ya



:cool:

[AcesandEights]

50 bucks?!? Holy shit, man. What kind of theaters are you going to?:eek:

He's picking up for wife and child and/or including dinner or other ancillary costs, I'd guess.

Also, thanks for withholding spoiler info, Bassman. :)

[DjfunkmasterG]

Bassman, you can spoil me, send me a PM

[slickwilly13]

I may be spending around $50, too. Taking a chick to see it sometime in the near future.

Btw, you're getting screwed on rent.

[AcesandEights]

Bassman, you can spoil me, send me a PM

Or post and wrap questionable portions in spoiler code :)

Anywho, I'm just glad I'll get to see this movie finally.

[darth los]

I may be spending around $50, too. Taking a chick to see it sometime in the near future.

Btw, you're getting screwed on rent.



Dude, of course i am, but this is new york, it's just how it is here. I'm sure i could get a mortgage on a palatial home in Texas for that amount but it's not as easy as picking up and relocating.


We're getting killed up here man.



:cool:

[bassman]

Or post and wrap questionable portions in spoiler code :)


Why didn't I think of that?:confused:

Anyway....this is what I was told. Of course it should still be taken with a grain of salt. It makes sense and matches up with what what's been said before, but just don't believe it until you see it within the film.


The four main characters go to a house that turns out to be Bill Murray's. Within the house they find Murray as a zombie, but then it's revealed that he's actually alive....just made up to look like a zombie. He's wearing this make up to fake out the zombies into thinking he's already dead(reminds me of Shaun...).

The next part was a bit vague, but SOMEONE mistakes Murray as a real zombie and shoots him. Whether they shoot him in the head or he turns into a zombie, I dunno. I would assume he'll turn and then they'll kill him for good.

The part of the trailer where the main characters are rolling a body wrapped in sheets off the balcony? That's Murray.

[slickwilly13]

Yeah, but if you move to my area you will be living in the subtropics. Just have to deal with the occational huricane. We have all diffrent types of citrus trees in my neighborhood and they are all producing fruit right now. Limes, oranges, tangerines, 2 or 3 diffrent types of lemons. Including grapefruit sized ones. And grapefruit, speaking of which. Recently, we have been trading fruit, so we can plant trees.

[Neil]

Seeing it a week Tuesday :)

[Mr.G]

The wife and I are heading Friday night. It's shorter than I like, but what can you do...

[clanglee]

It's shorter than I like, but what can you do...

Well. . .they have pills for that now you know. . . .

[MoonSylver]

Well. . .they have pills for that now you know. . . .

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_Lj5KP8OgZVk/R7-rRjQTRtI/AAAAAAAABSY/tafSEpEgTdk/s400/bob.gif

[clanglee]

I hate it when I can't see the pics from work.

Weird. . . now I can see it. . . Bob is great.

[zombieparanoia]

Can't be any worse or more "injoke" than romeros last couple, I'll drop the 13.50 to see it.

[Zombie Snack]

See ya at the movies

[DjfunkmasterG]

The Bill Murray Cameo. Bassman should get a kick out of this bit part.

(Taken from a post on imdb, from someone who caught the midnight show)


I knew ahead of time he was playing a zombie, or at least that's what I read online, but what ended up being the case was so unexpected and random. I felt like I was dreaming for a second. I would really like to know how that scene came about, because it was too good to be true. It was, like, a love letter to Ghostbusters, and the awesomeness that is Bill Murray. First they started watching the movie "Ghostbusters", then everybody was dancing around to the theme song, then when Bill Murray finally shows up, he grabs a vacuum cleaner and pretends to fight ghosts?! WTF?! "Don't cross the streams!!" For the longest time it seemed like Bill Murray just wanted to ignore "Ghostbusters" all together, and to see him be that involved again, randomly, in "Zombieland" was incredible. And THEN he says, within the movie, that he regrets doing "Garfield"! It was all the stuff everybody wanted to see Bill Murray do, all in one 5 minute scene. The audience was laughing for the entire time, non-stop. I couldn't believe I had just seen all that. Is the director a huge Bill Murray fan or something? It was the most hardcore hero worship I've seen in a movie in a long time...

[rongravy]

I just read the Murray spoiler, but since I've been up at the break of dawn waiting to see this, it's not going to make a difference.
I hope, and believe, this movie is going to be a big hit.
It being about zombies is reason enough. Having a decent budget, well then...
Throw in Woody and blitz the hell out of ads and videos, and you may just have yourself a winner. I hope this makes enough for some sequel action.
The only thing that sucks is that the local drive in has closed for the season. I'd like to have seen it there...

[DjfunkmasterG]

I just read the Murray spoiler, but since I've been up at the break of dawn waiting to see this, it's not going to make a difference.
I hope, and believe, this movie is going to be a big hit.
It being about zombies is reason enough. Having a decent budget, well then...
Throw in Woody and blitz the hell out of ads and videos, and you may just have yourself a winner. I hope this makes enough for some sequel action.
The only thing that sucks is that the local drive in has closed for the season. I'd like to have seen it there...

The predicition for the weekend is $20-$25 million. I say it will be closer to $30 million.

I know if it does well it will get more zombie films greenlit. Which is what I am hoping for, so I can get my big budget version of my flick off the ground. :D

[MinionZombie]

I know if it does well it will get more zombie films greenlit.

You know what they should green light? My zombie-epic script, that's what. :cool::D

[joeharley666]

FLAT _________________________

very flat

It was trying so hard to be the American version of Shawn Of The Dead
I kept waiting for the laughs, but nothing
I will say the Bill Murray cameo was awesome, but that was about it.
Good gore but nothing else. I couldn't wait for it to end.

Sorry, but I like my zombie flicks serious with atmosphere, if its going to be a comedy blend, well then, it better be hilarious like Shawn

[tomfunker]

hello deaders
Thanks Neil .. i got it figured out.
anyway, Zombieland opens in roughly two hours from now
i have been waiting for this one, i went up last night and bought First Ticket To ZombieLand in advance.
i like that . it just sounds cool, and its true.
I got first ticket
and i remembered my password
double bonus
i will let you know my review of the movie when i get back in about four hours
its going to be a good one
comedy, horror and zombies
what could go wrong ?
Tom

[bassman]

Shawn Of The Dead


Your opinion is disqualified on the basis that you don't know which variation of Shaun that they used.:p

[Bone Daddy]

Just came back from the theater. Feckin awesome mix of laughs/gore and touch of romantic comedy.

[DjfunkmasterG]

FLAT _________________________

very flat

It was trying so hard to be the American version of Shawn Of The Dead
I kept waiting for the laughs, but nothing
I will say the Bill Murray cameo was awesome, but that was about it.
Good gore but nothing else. I couldn't wait for it to end.

Sorry, but I like my zombie flicks serious with atmosphere, if its going to be a comedy blend, well then, it better be hilarious like Shawn


I almost concur with joeharley here on this subject. I don't think it tried to be SHAUN of the DEAD, but it definitely tried to be something it wasn't. Watching it I could tell someone did a hack job with the editing, and it is almost as if the movie was meant to be serious and then someone opted to turn it into a comedy.

The Bill Murray cameo is worth the price of admission, however, doesn't a film need zombies in order to be considered a zombie movie?

This is definitely a road flick set in the post zombie world, and the best stuff comes from the female characters and the Bill Murray cameo.

The gore is decent, worthy for a zombie flick, but once again it lacked zombies.

All in all way better than Land of the Dead, and even Diary. You can walk away feeling a bit unsatisified, but your not going to complain you spent $10.00 on it. The best analogy I can give is your thinking you're gonna have this great orgasm and in the end it just didn't happen. You blow your load, but you're not sure if you want seconds or not.

I would like to see a directors cut having noticed the hack job editing I know there is probably something kick ass in all that deleted footage.

The comedy that is in the film comes via the Rules made up by the characters. When you see it you will understand what i mean by that statement. However, it does have a message and that message is always leave room for the little things.

All in all I would give it a 7.0 out of 10. Worth at least one watch.

[MoonSylver]

You guys are harshing by buzz. I'd just heard this am on the radio how much one of the local DJ's loved it, the Hollywood reporter guy was surprised that he really liked it & commented on how funny it was, & now I'm hearing this? Maybe it's aimed at the mainstream & not zed-heads? :(

[DjfunkmasterG]

Dude, I wanted to love it. Hell the trailers alone sold me on it, but in the end it just doesn't deliver like it should.

Honestly I think it was meant to be a real zombie flick and was hacked up into a comedy.

It is just a really polished version of Return of the Living Dead Part II

[MoonSylver]

Dude, I wanted to love it. Hell the trailers alone sold me on it, but in the end it just doesn't deliver like it should.

Honestly I think it was meant to be a real zombie flick and was hacked up into a comedy.

It is just a really polished version of Return of the Living Dead Part II

Hey, I liked ROTLD II, so maybe there's hope!:lol: Will be interesting to see if there's a Directors Cut that is substantially different...

[Bone Daddy]

Go into watching wit Shaun of The Dead in the back of your mind and you shan't be disappointed

[Mr.G]

It was a good movie but not great. The wife really liked it, and she hates all things horror or zombie movies. It's no Shaun of the Dead but it is better than 99%of the current zombie movies being produced.

I will more than likely buy an uncut DVD if it has quality extras.

[clanglee]

Dammit!!!!! What's with all these :| reviews?!?!? I need to stop reading this thread, you guys are gonna mess this up for me.

[DjfunkmasterG]

Went to 10:45 show again tonight with friends. Definitely more enjoyable with a crowd. This is flick that needs a young crowd, Early to mid 20's to mid 40's tops.

Raise my score from 7.0 to 7.5 :D

[tomfunker]

I saw Zombieland tonight.
that movie just cracked me up.
it was comical.
I highly recomend it .

[joeharley666]

Your opinion is disqualified on the basis that you don't know which variation of Shaun that they used.:p

and you are an idiot, it's my review, I didn't like it. I'm guessing you like every piece of shit that gets put up on the screen just because it has zombies. Grow up little man

[Neil]

Steady now guys please...

[DjfunkmasterG]

and you are an idiot, it's my review, I didn't like it. I'm guessing you like every piece of shit that gets put up on the screen just because it has zombies. Grow up little man

Joe, I don't thik Bassman meant it as anything other than a joke. He was simply pointing out you misspelled the title to Shaun of the Dead. I am sure he read and respects your opinion.

Looks just like a little ball nusting, thats all.

[bassman]

and you are an idiot, it's my review, I didn't like it. I'm guessing you like every piece of shit that gets put up on the screen just because it has zombies. Grow up little man

Woah.....pump the brakes, man. I was just joking around with you.



Anyway, I just got back from the film. I enjoyed it but was left wanting a bit more. The comedy was good but seemed a bit spread out and not very consistent. It also shouldn't be compared to Shaun. It's a totally different film. I guess I agree with Gary's review of 7.5/10. Nothing groundbreaking, but it will definitely be a purchase for me.

Oh and Bill Murray has totally redeemed himself. He even takes a stab at Garfield.:lol: Awesome...

[DjfunkmasterG]

Woah.....pump the brakes, man. I was just joking around with you.



Anyway, I just got back from the film. I enjoyed it but was left wanting a bit more. The comedy was good but seemed a bit spread out and not very consistent. It also shouldn't be compared to Shaun. It's a totally different film. I guess I agree with Gary's review of 7.5/10. Nothing groundbreaking, but it will definitely be a purchase for me.

Oh and Bill Murray has totally redeemed himself. He even takes a stab at Garfield.:lol: Awesome...

I thought you would dig the Murray cameo.

[MoonSylver]

Anyway, I just got back from the film. I enjoyed it but was left wanting a bit more. The comedy was good but seemed a bit spread out and not very consistent. It also shouldn't be compared to Shaun. It's a totally different film. I guess I agree with Gary's review of 7.5/10. Nothing groundbreaking, but it will definitely be a purchase for me.

Saw it earlier, & I'd go along with this. Here comes a rambling, stream of consciousness review:

Overall I liked it.

Fairly funny, pretty gory, not really horror/scare oriented.

Couple of good dramatic scenes.

Woody ruled.

Felt a TAD uneven As the comedy was more pronounced & overpowered the horror aspect of the scenario.

Despite the subject matter, there wasn't much in the way of darkness/grit/horror, it was fairly light, fluffy & action-y.

Leave all "Shaun" comparisons at the door. They really ARE two different beasts all together. In "Shaun" the comedy is somewhat more understated. Here it's pretty up front & in your face.

Do NOT take this movie seriously. It's very silly & cartoon-y & if you approach it with any logic you WILL not enjoy it.

7.5 out 10 sounds about right to me. I'd like to see it again/will be buying the DVD.

Make sure to stay until after the credits.;)

[bassman]

Make sure to stay until after the credits.;)

F*CK! I knew it, but my lady wanted to leave. Please fill me in dude.

[MoonSylver]

F*CK! I knew it, but my lady wanted to leave. Please fill me in dude.

PM sent.For anyone else who missed it:

It's a little snippet of when Bill was dying. Tallahassee is trying to do the "In the immortal words of Jean Paul Sartre, 'Au revoir Gopher!" from Caddyshack & tells Bill "Aw I can't get it right, you do it!" & he does.:lol:

[MinionZombie]

F*CK! I knew it, but my lady wanted to leave. Please fill me in dude.
Thanks for the tip Moon! I'll make sure to remember that when I go see it next Sunday. :cool:

[Yojimbo]

and you are an idiot, it's my review, I didn't like it. I'm guessing you like every piece of shit that gets put up on the screen just because it has zombies. Grow up little man

Chill out, joeharley. You don't need to swing your fist here, you are among friends.

[clanglee]

Dammit!!! I wish I had stayed after the credits!!!

Great movie. . I give it 8.5 out of ten. Loved it!! The only problem I had really was the decided lack of zombies throughout most of the movie. For a world taken over by zombies. . they were spread pretty thin until the end really.

[joeharley666]

Woah.....pump the brakes, man. I was just joking around with you.



Anyway, I just got back from the film. I enjoyed it but was left wanting a bit more. The comedy was good but seemed a bit spread out and not very consistent. It also shouldn't be compared to Shaun. It's a totally different film. I guess I agree with Gary's review of 7.5/10. Nothing groundbreaking, but it will definitely be a purchase for me.

Oh and Bill Murray has totally redeemed himself. He even takes a stab at Garfield.:lol: Awesome...

My apologies Bass, Its just that I am so used to seeing people get killed here for their honest reviews, which I think is pathetic and immature, I should have looked closer at your response. I am sorry again dude, no hard feelings

[Bone Daddy]

I enjoyed Zombieland and took it for its face value. A comedy. It's mostly a road movie set with the undead Apocalypse as its back-drop. While there will be inevitable comparisons to Shaun of the Dead, I think the latter is a better film,all around. Shaun manages to deftly juggle laugh-out loud humor/gore-violence; a sprinkling of romantic comedy and genuine moments of true pathos.

Zombieland touches the surface of human pathos, albeit with alight brush,but it never feels that it hits the right emotional nerve as it does in Shaun.

Zombieland was a cool little diversion withe some genuine comedic moments and enough gore/violence to keep the zombie fan in me happy.

[Danny]

I enjoyed Zombieland and took it for its face value. A comedy. It's mostly a road movie set with the undead Apocalypse as its back-drop. While there will be inevitable comparisons to Shaun of the Dead, I think the latter is a better film,all around. Shaun manages to deftly juggle laugh-out loud humor/gore-violence; a sprinkling of romantic comedy and genuine moments of true pathos.

Zombieland touches the surface of human pathos, albeit with alight brush,but it never feels that it hits the right emotional nerve as it does in Shaun.

Zombieland was a cool little diversion withe some genuine comedic moments and enough gore/violence to keep the zombie fan in me happy.

Shaun was spaced with zombies, so if this can be cheers with zombies that'd be just great:lol:

[MinionZombie]

Shaun was spaced with zombies, so if this can be cheers with zombies that'd be just great:lol:

Alcoholic ex-sports star zombies who are sex addicts?

[Danny]

Alcoholic ex-sports star zombies who are sex addicts?

you tell me you aint in the screening day one!

[Bone Daddy]

Sheet, I'd queue up early...

[wayzim]

I enjoyed Zombieland and took it for its face value. A comedy. It's mostly a road movie set with the undead Apocalypse as its back-drop. While there will be inevitable comparisons to Shaun of the Dead, I think the latter is a better film,all around. Shaun manages to deftly juggle laugh-out loud humor/gore-violence; a sprinkling of romantic comedy and genuine moments of true pathos.

Zombieland touches the surface of human pathos, albeit with alight brush,but it never feels that it hits the right emotional nerve as it does in Shaun.

Zombieland was a cool little diversion withe some genuine comedic moments and enough gore/violence to keep the zombie fan in me happy.

I finally saw it earlier today, and was pretty much OK with it. It was a decent crowd for a morning show, and while the laughs were there ... they weren't always there.
As a soon to be old fart (50 in a few months), Zombieland seemed to me, less a Balls To The Wall epic than a surprisingly laid-back Nudge To The Ribs. Not that there's anything wrong with that.
The Murray cameo was a good one, however it was over way too soon. I'll tell you something about a joke within the joke.
Back in the early days of HPoTD, I'd written a short treatment(unpublished, of course. ) about a theatre troop trapped by zombies. If you've seen this movie, you can guess the punchline.
Wow, it was a good idea after all.
So while Zombieland was a fun romp, it didn't necessarily make the Zombie Kill of the Week for me. Like some of the better trailer bits, it was over too soon.

Wayne Z

“Ya don‘t sweet talk your concerns, I’ll give you that. “ interrupted his mentor, though not with the rancor reserved for that unfortunate outside. “But how much further do we go? even without the Dead risin, before this separation would tear us apart. The Civil War, Reconstruction, Desegregation … “
“Separate But Equal. “ amended Honor, giving their boss the Evil Eye as both he and Parson had the good sense to blush. “This seems an extreme way to bring both sides together, Winslow. “
“Extreme times, as they say darlin. “ the senator countered dryly. “And I must say, You look mighty pretty when yer pissed off. “
“Damn Yank Pride. “ she giggled, though not without following it with a deep sigh. “But still it has it’s time. Especially when we’re preparing to go off the deep end … “

Deadfall; Fools on The Hill.
Work in Progress

[DrSiN]

I'd compare it to Shaun only in a "they are both movies" sort of way. And in that Shaun is a better movie. But Zombieland was enjoyable. I'd say a solid B+. It's not quite an A due to some pacing issues and I agree the comedy was sometimes hit and miss. But overall it was a lot of fun.

[MinionZombie]

you tell me you aint in the screening day one!

I won't be, we don't go Day One to anything because my other mates have 9-5 jobs, unlike me who is freelance and can pretty much do whatever, whenever, unless I'm working at that moment in time.

We go and see everything on a Sunday - the first Sunday after everything opens.

It opens on the 7th ... or 9th ... and we're seeing it on the 11th.

[AcesandEights]

I gotta say I rather enjoyed the film, and so did the GF (can't say that for (m)any other zombie films).

I agree with what a lot of other folks have said. There is a light comedy element to the film, there's some fairly likable characters, decent zombie apocalypse imagery and good gore/make up. Yes, there weren't that many zombies and no real scares, but the film is--to my mind--fairly fresh for a zombie film and a nice entry in the genre. Overall, it left me wanting more, but I had this inkling that the writers couldn't deliver anything further, so the slim running time was probably a better way to go rather than forcing it.

Now, I want a big budget scary fucking zombie film. Give us World War Z or some equivalent.

[MinionZombie]

Now, I want a big budget scary fucking zombie film. Give us World War Z or some equivalent.

Which is why Hollywood needs to get on the blower and buy my zombie epic script. ;)

[Wooley]

I'll echo the favorable reviews to Zland.

There were a few quibbles, like why the hell is Columbus rocking a double barrel since they have such a low ammo capacity and are slow to reload.

But otherwise, there was some great gore scenes (always buckle up), some really good lines ("Can't you just eat around the buckshot?"), interesting characters (does Columbus finally score with Wichita?) and Bill Murray was really neat.

Is there any possibility of a Zland 2?

[slickwilly13]

Question for all who have seen it. Would any of you recommend me taking a chick to see this? She is really not into horror, but thought Super Bad and Shaun of the Dead were very funny.

[clanglee]

Question for all who have seen it. Would any of you recommend me taking a chick to see this? She is really not into horror, but thought Super Bad and Shaun of the Dead were very funny.

Sure, it's a great date movie.

[DjfunkmasterG]

+1 on the date movie thingy.

In other news... Watch out for ZOMBIELAND 2

Without giving away too much about "Zombieland," the comedy about how America goes from land of the free to home of the flesh-eating ghoulie, let's just say the ending of the Woody Harrelson-led popcorn flick sets things up perfectly for a sequel. Given that the movie nabbed the top box-office spot over the weekend with $25 million in ticket sales, another "Zombieland" might be infecting audiences in the future.

"We would love it, and everyone involved creatively wants to do another one," Paul Wernick, one of the screenwriters, told MTV News before the film's release. "Woody came up to us after the final cut of the last scene and gave us a hug and said, 'I've never wanted to do a sequel in the previous movies I've done until this one.' "

[MinionZombie]

+1 on the date movie thingy.

In other news... Watch out for ZOMBIELAND 2

Without giving away too much about "Zombieland," the comedy about how America goes from land of the free to home of the flesh-eating ghoulie, let's just say the ending of the Woody Harrelson-led popcorn flick sets things up perfectly for a sequel. Given that the movie nabbed the top box-office spot over the weekend with $25 million in ticket sales, another "Zombieland" might be infecting audiences in the future.

"We would love it, and everyone involved creatively wants to do another one," Paul Wernick, one of the screenwriters, told MTV News before the film's release. "Woody came up to us after the final cut of the last scene and gave us a hug and said, 'I've never wanted to do a sequel in the previous movies I've done until this one.' "
Cool!

I'm off to see it on Sunday, and I canny wait!

[DjfunkmasterG]

Cool!

I'm off to see it on Sunday, and I canny wait!

This is not a Sunday matinee flick MZ. It is a Saturday or Friday screening with a lively crowd and friends coupled with a good buzz. :D

[bassman]

You keep saying this, but I think it kinda discredits the movie. I've seen it twice now, once opening night and once in a matinee, and thoroughly enjoyed the film both times.

I can understand what you mean about there being more of a reaction and "community" in the larger screenings, but the film holds just fine by itself in the small ones...

[MinionZombie]

This is not a Sunday matinee flick MZ. It is a Saturday or Friday screening with a lively crowd and friends coupled with a good buzz. :D
I will be seeing it with friends.

Not sure what time on Sunday yet, but hell, we saw Drag Me To Hell in the afternoon and there were quite a lot of people there who were all the hell up in that bitch, loving it.

Will report back as-and-when, naturally.

[Ghost Of War]

I'm taking the missus for a Chinese and a pint on Saturday night, then we're off to watch the late showing of this, I can't wait. My missus, however, is more looking forward to the Chinese. She's not a fan of Zombie flicks, although she sat most of the way through Dead Snow last night and it looked like she enjoyed parts of it, so you never know.

[DjfunkmasterG]

You keep saying this, but I think it kinda discredits the movie. I've seen it twice now, once opening night and once in a matinee, and thoroughly enjoyed the film both times.

I can understand what you mean about there being more of a reaction and "community" in the larger screenings, but the film holds just fine by itself in the small ones...


This is a party atmosphere type film. Can easily be made into a frat style drinking game, and it is better enjoyed with a crowd.

[clanglee]

This is a party atmosphere type film. Can easily be made into a frat style drinking game, and it is better enjoyed with a crowd.

Nah, I agree with Bassman on this one. I would have enjoyed the film just as much if I had seen it all by my lonesome. I think that's more of a personality thing there DJ.

[DjfunkmasterG]

Nah, I agree with Bassman on this one. I would have enjoyed the film just as much if I had seen it all by my lonesome. I think that's more of a personality thing there DJ.

Maybe... :p I do like a party crowd.

Caught it again tonight with a friend who hadn't see it. She loved it and we laughed our asses off. Raising my rating to an official and final 8.0

[Bone Daddy]

I can see where if you go with some like-minded friends or there is a crowd, it may maximize your enjoyment of the film.

I went to a afternoon showing on opening day. Sx other people in the the theater with me. Whilst i was the only one laughing out loud, I still enjoyed it immensely. Granted, I did sneak in a small bottle of Absolut and mixed it with Sprite, but the film resonates on so many levels that one need not a crowd or booze to enjoy it!

[DrSiN]

My wife enjoyed it, though not as much as Shaun of the Dead. And I'm pretty sure there will be a Zombieland 2. According to the producers, they have enough material mapped out for something like 10+ movies since it was originally laid out as an hour long TV series.

Of course, the Wachowski brothers claimed the matrix was a trilogy! Yeah right!.

The big questions is how will it do this week. I don't know if Couples Retreat has any teeth so it might stay in the top 3 or 4 which is great. If it pulls another $10million US I'd expect to hear ZL2 was green lit sometime next week :)

[DjfunkmasterG]

I cannot see this film losing the #1 spot this weekend. I predict it to stay at #1 this weekend. Word of mouth has been strong and I think Zombieland has legs.

[MinionZombie]

Off to see it on Sunday, should be roping in my zombie-movie-fan-buddy Knox (Zombie Man) to check it out, he's equally excited about it. So it should be a bigger than normal group we're going to see it in, should hopefully get Ben (BenZee) to come along too.

[snowwarrior]

Checked it out last Friday with friends, theatre 3/4 full. Loved it. Taking my sons on Saturday afternoon, fully expecting a good time.

[MoonSylver]

I cannot see this film losing the #1 spot this weekend. I predict it to stay at #1 this weekend. Word of mouth has been strong and I think Zombieland has legs.

I dunno...that Vince Vaughn flick "Couples Retreat" comes out, a lot of people might flock to that (although the advance reviews coming out are TERRIBLE for it...)

[AcesandEights]

I've been wondering, when all is said and done, if--in general mind you--the folks in the UK will like this film as much as we did on this side of the pond...

[DjfunkmasterG]

I've been wondering, when all is said and done, if--in general mind you--the folks in the UK will like this film as much as we did on this side of the pond...

I hope they will, but right now my hope is that Zombieland dethrones the DAWN remake as the #1 top grossing zombie movie on Box Office Mojo.


Slight pause...



Shock and Awe right, I bet MZ is trying to lift his jaw off the carpet. :p


Don't get me wrong, I still like the DAWN remake, but... Zombieland is much more deserving of that position than the DAWN remake. :shifty::elol:

[MoonSylver]

I hope they will, but right now my hope is that Zombieland dethrones the DAWN remake as the #1 top grossing zombie movie on Box Office Mojo.

From what I read last night it has the SECOND highest opening weekend for a zombie flick, BEHIND D04 :( (obviously total box office remains to be seen...)

EDIT: D04 opened w/ $26,722,575 vs $24,733,155 for Zombieland (not TOO far off) w/ a total worldwide gross of $102,356,381 vs $30,880,456 domestic only in as of Oct 7th (6 days). So it's possible...

[MinionZombie]

I hope they will, but right now my hope is that Zombieland dethrones the DAWN remake as the #1 top grossing zombie movie on Box Office Mojo.


Slight pause...



Shock and Awe right, I bet MZ is trying to lift his jaw off the carpet. :p


Don't get me wrong, I still like the DAWN remake, but... Zombieland is much more deserving of that position than the DAWN remake. :shifty::elol:

*internet hug ... man hug, that is*

*high five* :D


From what I read last night it has the SECOND highest opening weekend for a zombie flick, BEHIND D04 :( (obviously total box office remains to be seen...)

EDIT: D04 opened w/ $26,722,575 vs $24,733,155 for Zombieland (not TOO far off) w/ a total worldwide gross of $102,356,381 vs $30,880,456 domestic only in as of Oct 7th (6 days). So it's possible...

Ooh, so close. *fingers crossed* for the total earned.

I haven't seen it yet, but I think it's damn certain I'll enjoy it, and buy the DVD.

[bassman]

I would put money on it that Zombieland takes over the lead. It's got much more going for it than Dawn04 did. Very good word-of-mouth too. I think it's going to have quite a long theater life. Which kinda sucks because that means we have to wait longer for dvd.

Speaking of DVD....let's hope they don't screw us over and we get a good special edition. I would love a feature length documentary. Maybe a 15 minute doc on the cameo like Pegg and Wright's on the Land dvd? That would be cool...

[DjfunkmasterG]

*internet hug ... man hug, that is*

*high five*:elol:.

I see I made MZ happy :D

[ProfessorChaos]

i really didn't like this film at all. certainly not the worst "zombie" film i've seen, but i think that even LotD is better. huge letdown, and i went into a few details on the thread jdfp started.

[MinionZombie]

Saw it yesterday. Loved it.

It has retarded decisions in it made by the characters, but I can let that go because it's just bloody good fun.

Plus Emma Stone is well fit. :D

[Ghost Of War]

Saw it yesterday. Loved it.

It has retarded decisions in it made by the characters, but I can let that go because it's just bloody good fun.

Plus Emma Stone is well fit. :D

Just about sums it up for me, even my wife enjoyed it. I thought the BM cameo was brilliant.

Agree about Emma Stone, too.:)

[MinionZombie]

Just about sums it up for me, even my wife enjoyed it. I thought the BM cameo was brilliant.

Agree about Emma Stone, too.:)
Indeed, after hearing plenty of hearsay and hush-hush half-talk about the BM role, I was expecting something different to what is actually in the film - and what's in the film is better. :D

the bit where they play Ghostbusters and pretend to shoot at the chandalier is just hilarious - Murray was a good sport in this, even taking the mick out of the Garfield movie - plus, his little bit at the end where he does a bit of Caddyshack is just great.

[AcesandEights]

MZ, you liked it?

Very nice! :)

[Trin]

Regarding the BM cameo.


Wouldn't it have been better had it done just a tad different?

Tallahasee - "Do you have any regrets?"
BM - "Well... Kingpin"
Tallahasee - "Well sure, Kingpin, but everyone has their low point"

You know, I just kept expecting it...

[bassman]

Regarding the BM cameo.


Wouldn't it have been better had it done just a tad different?

Tallahasee - "Do you have any regrets?"
BM - "Well... Kingpin"
Tallahasee - "Well sure, Kingpin, but everyone has their low point"

You know, I just kept expecting it...



I kind of expected that too.....but if you think about it, it would have ruined the Tallahassee character a bit. Well not ruined the character, but it would have taken the audience out of the film. "Wait...so is Tallahassee really Woody Harrelson?!?"

[AcesandEights]

That would have been funny as hell, though, Kingpin wasn't all that bad of a film.

Or was I just in a really fun & forgiving mood when I saw it?

[bassman]

That would have been funny as hell, though, Kingpin wasn't all that bad of a film.

Or was I just in a really fun & forgiving mood when I saw it?

I actually think Kingpin is a hilarious film. Stupid as all hell. But hilarious.


Am I the only one who's amazed that people are going into Zombieland and expecting a real zombie film? I mean....did they watch the trailer? It's obviously meant to be a mindless romp, but then people are coming out complaining about the nature of the zombies. WTF?

[MinionZombie]

MZ, you liked it?

Very nice! :)

Indeed, liked it a lot. Went to see it at a 3pm Sunday showing, there was plenty of people in the theatre (and TONS of families there at the cineplex for "Up!" which was having some kind of special event with balloons everywhere) ... anyway, in addition to our normal group, a zombie-loving buddy of mine who lives elsewhere came along too, and we just had a blast. The audience was really into it as well, especially another group of lads a few rows behind us.

So yeah, a great atmosphere to watch it in.


That would have been funny as hell, though, Kingpin wasn't all that bad of a film.

Or was I just in a really fun & forgiving mood when I saw it?

I loved Kingpin. Ain't seen it in ages, but it's a good fun flick - and before the Farrelly brothers came to a screeching halt and stopped being funny.


Am I the only one who's amazed that people are going into Zombieland and expecting a real zombie film? I mean....did they watch the trailer? It's obviously meant to be a mindless romp, but then people are coming out complaining about the nature of the zombies. WTF?

For me personally, I didn't expect it to be a 'real, hardcore zed flick' by any means, because as you say, it's so obvious from the trailer that it isn't.

Also, what's interesting - as I learned from the BBC 5 Live film review podcast from the other day - the director has barely watched any horror movies ever. I was kinda stunned by that, and a smidge disappointed.

But as they rightly said, this movie is more about the characters, rather than the zombies.

Indeed, apparently the only one the director had seen was 28 Days Later - which isn't a zombie movie ... just to make that abundantly clear for the zillionth time. :p

Regardless, I really want a Zombieland 2. I want more Woody, I want more Emma, I want more rules - I want more.

Also - the soundtrack kicked fucking ass.

[JDFP]

Am I the only one who's amazed that people are going into Zombieland and expecting a real zombie film? I mean....did they watch the trailer? It's obviously meant to be a mindless romp, but then people are coming out complaining about the nature of the zombies. WTF?

There's a difference between a good mindless comedic-zombie romp and a just plain-out stupid comedic-zombie romp. "SHAUN" is the first and "ZOMBIELAND" is the second. Characters in "SHAUN" were actually believable in their actions (*mostly*) and it was a damned fine comedy-zombie movie. "ZOMBIELAND" -- the characters are just stupid, stupid, people.

Some of you have said that it's not fair to really compare the two, and I can see that because they just aren't in the same league. I guess the closest flick I could compare "ZOMBIELAND" to would be "RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD 2" just for the campiness and light-hearted humor within it. I liked "ROTLD 2" and liked "ZOMBIELAND" too, but I wouldn't put either on a pedastal of being anything better than "Eh, something to watch on a rainy day for a bit of a laugh."

I don't mean to sound like I'm complaining -- I actually enjoyed parts of "ZOMBIELAND" (just like "ROTLD 2") but what I was expecting was a contemporary American comedic-piece similar to "SHAUN", as the hype made it seem, and that was certainly not what was presented -- so in that sense, it was hard to enjoy it for just the straight-up simple flick it was like ROTLD 2.

j.p.

[bassman]

Different stokes, I guess. Shaun is a movie that takes itself seriously and the outbreak is very much part of the story, but ZL is more of a comedy that just happens to be taking place during the end of the world.

You could take out the zombies in ZL and replace them with any other pandemic or monster or whatever and it would still be the same movie.

And I don't think the character's actions are intended to be a driving part of the film. I mean....one character's motivation is to get a twinky. A twinky. Another's is to rub a girls hair behind her ear. And another's is to go to an amusement park. You were expecting a deep character study here?:confused::lol:

It's a whacky comedy. Complaining about the character's actions is like complaining that the gopher looked fake in Caddyshack or the time travel in Austin Powers should have created a time paradox...

[clanglee]

Different stokes, I guess. Shaun is a movie that takes itself seriously and the outbreak is very much part of the story, but ZL is more of a comedy that just happens to be taking place during the end of the world.

You could take out the zombies in ZL and replace them with any other pandemic or monster or whatever and it would still be the same movie.

And I don't think the character's actions are intended to be a driving part of the film. I mean....one character's motivation is to get a twinky. A twinky. Another's is to rub a girls hair behind her ear. And another's is to go to an amusement park. You were expecting a deep character study here?:confused::lol:

It's a whacky comedy. Complaining about the character's actions is like complaining that the gopher looked fake in Caddyshack or the time travel in Austin Powers should have created a time paradox...

Indeed. . . well said!!

[MinionZombie]

And I don't think the character's actions are intended to be a driving part of the film. I mean....one character's motivation is to get a twinky. A twinky. Another's is to rub a girls hair behind her ear. And another's is to go to an amusement park. You were expecting a deep character study here?

Interesting you say that Bassman, because I was thinking about this last night, and there is a lot of deep character stuff in the movie.

For example:

The big one being finding out that Tallahassee isn't mourning the loss of a puppy (which, at that point in the film, was a kind of cute loss for the character - but one you could still respect) - but instead mourning the loss of his own little boy - is just so unexpected and just hits you like a ton of bricks, but is still perfectly handled and balanced with moments of comedy.

The introduction of Wichita and Little Rock is well played too - except of course we know that LR isn't dying of a zombie bite because of all the trailers and clips they pimped everywhere - but even still, that's a well handled segment of the film too - how all the characters react and interplay before it becomes evident that it's a set-up.

Indeed, looking back on that scene when you find out Tallahassee is mourning his child rather than a puppy as you'd been led to believe, the context completely changes and there's a whole new dynamic.

Likewise when they're all on the road travelling and Tallahassee and Little Rock are talking about various things, it's a father/daughter dynamic that becomes all the more powerful as a result of hindsight when you discover T's loss of a child.

There's also an interesting family dynamic, of sorts, with all four of them together. Columbus' character is interesting in that he's a sort of nervous shut-in that has to survive in this world, and because of all his up-tight foilbles he has.

As for Wichita, she's interesting as this sort of con artist on the outside, but really sexy girl-next-door 'girl every guy wants' chick, who is struggling to weigh surviving with living.

[Neil]

Seeing it tonight... :)

[bassman]

Interesting you say that Bassman, because I was thinking about this last night, and there is a lot of deep character stuff in the movie.

I wouldn't really consider any of that to be deep. It was all just kinda tossed in there for a laugh or to get to another laugh, imo. Example: "Haven't cried like that since Titanic" or "No she has to have the wig on. THEN she's Hannah Montana"

[MinionZombie]

I wouldn't really consider any of that to be deep. It was all just kinda tossed in there for a laugh or to get to another laugh, imo. Example: "Haven't cried like that since Titanic" or "No she has to have the wig on. THEN she's Hannah Montana"
Not really fair those examples, you're just taking the little jokey lines thrown in to ease the balance back from going to a dark, serious, moving place. So those examples aren't the deep stuff, that's the pin prick to pop the baloon before it all gets too off course in one direction or the other.

The "haven't cried like that since Titanic" line is funny, and perfectly rebalances the mood after a very stunning, sudden turn in the story - that moment, as one example, is what I mean by the deeper character stuff going on.

[bassman]

The "haven't cried like that since Titanic" line is funny, and perfectly rebalances the mood after a very stunning, sudden turn in the story - that moment, as one example, is what I mean by the deeper character stuff going on.

I just didn't find it a stunning turn at all. It was just to set up the titanic line, in my eyes. It lasts for a total of what....20 seconds?

[MinionZombie]

I just didn't find it a stunning turn at all. It was just to set up the titanic line, in my eyes. It lasts for a total of what....20 seconds?
Set up for that line?! :confused:

No way man, Tallahasse's mourning is set up early on in the movie, way before that line is even said.

What on earth have you been smoking? You're making no sense, man! :D:rockbrow::D:rockbrow:

[bassman]

Set up for that line?! :confused:

No way man, Tallahasse's mourning is set up early on in the movie, way before that line is even said.

What on earth have you been smoking? You're making no sense, man! :D:rockbrow::D:rockbrow:

I think i'm making perfect sense. The quick recap of "you know who" was just to make the hard ass cry. Then in turn, he could say the titanic line. They replaced a dog with the real thing. In a 20 second flashback. Not real moving, imo...

[clanglee]

I was actually quite moved by that scene myself. And I didn't really see it coming, which was nice. In no way did I see it as just set up for that line. . . It was a quick touch at a dark spot of the character's past. . . then it was alieviated by that Titanic line. But the funny line does not discount the depth of the scene. I agree with MZ on this one Bass. . . you are smoking the wacky tobacky!! ;)

[MinionZombie]

I was actually quite moved by that scene myself. And I didn't really see it coming, which was nice. In no way did I see it as just set up for that line. . . It was a quick touch at a dark spot of the character's past. . . then it was alieviated by that Titanic line. But the funny line does not discount the depth of the scene. I agree with MZ on this one Bass. . . you are smoking the wacky tobacky!! ;)

*Agreeing-with-MZ five!* :D

[Neil]

Yes yes yes yes! Loved it!

Daft in places... Contrived in places... But fun in most places...



ps: It has a sort of feeling to it, that maybe there will be an DVD version with some extra scenes in... Don't know why. Just my Spider sense is tingling!?!

[bassman]

I agree with MZ on this one Bass. . . you are smoking the wacky tobacky!! ;)

"Bunch a yo-yo's!"

[darth los]

Yes yes yes yes! Loved it!

Daft in places... Contrived in places... But fun in most places...



ps: It has a sort of feeling to it, that maybe there will be an DVD version with some extra scenes in... Don't know why. Just my Spider sense is tingling!?!


I'll place a bet with you on that as well. Movies like this always seem to come through with good extras, which, let's face it is almost a prerequisite for big dvd/blu ray sales. They have to justify the $25 pricetag somehow you know. :rolleyes:


:cool:

[snowwarrior]

I enjoyed it second time around. My sons enjoyed it alot and said it was fun. They all agreed that the scene where we find out that Talahassee's dog is really his son was kind of disturbing. They wondered if the little boy was lost or the zombies got him (they hoped for lost). They also hoped that he would be found in the sequel. Food for thought? More character development? Hmmm.

*spoiler hidden by MZ*

[MinionZombie]

"Bunch a yo-yo's!"

:lol::lol::lol:

...


It has a sort of feeling to it, that maybe there will be an DVD version with some extra scenes in... Don't know why. Just my Spider sense is tingling!?!

I thought the exact same thing, Neil. It does feel somewhat 'cut short' in places, and could easily have another 10 minutes added on to its mere 80 minute running time.

One bit that I thought "this has to be different in an unrated DVD cut" was...

When Tallahassee goes at that third zombie in the supermarket with the hedge trimmers - it's all off screen, and we don't see any resultant damage - so methinks that could possibly be full-on in an unrated version.

God I hope there is an unrated, super awesome, double disc, features-packed DVD in the pipeline!

[bassman]

I thought the exact same thing, Neil. It does feel somewhat 'cut short' in places, and could easily have another 10 minutes added on to its mere 80 minute running time.


I would have to disagree there. I enjoyed the hell out of the film, but if got any longer it would just be too over bearing. In fact, by then end it was feeling a bit dragged out and needed to wrap it up. Which is how a no-brainer flick like this should be, imo - short and to the point.

[Neil]

When Tallahassee goes at that third zombie in the supermarket with the hedge trimmers - it's all off screen, and we don't see any resultant damage - so methinks that could possibly be full-on in an unrated version.

God I hope there is an unrated, super awesome, double disc, features-packed DVD in the pipeline!

I don't think we need to see... The point is made without it being in your face :)

[MinionZombie]

I don't think we need to see... The point is made without it being in your face :)
True, but that's why you could have a DVD with both versions on it. ;)

[Andy]

Just got back from seeing this with the missus, it was ok.. enjoyable, got a good laugh at parts but i wouldnt say its on par with shaun. I'll probally give it another look when its released on DVD.

Overall, ive seen better, but ive seen ALOT worse. 5 out of 10.

[MoonSylver]

From what I read last night it has the SECOND highest opening weekend for a zombie flick, BEHIND D04 :( (obviously total box office remains to be seen...)

EDIT: D04 opened w/ $26,722,575 vs $24,733,155 for Zombieland (not TOO far off) w/ a total worldwide gross of $102,356,381 vs $30,880,456 domestic only in as of Oct 7th (6 days). So it's possible...

Just an update, Zombieland is at $50,773,777 domestic in 12 days (as of Oct 13th), no numbers for worldwide yet. It brought in $14,802,431 last weekend (down about 40%) & was in the #2 spot,with "Couples Retreat" opening at #1 with $34,286,740 (Hurm). :|

[Neil]

Just got back from seeing this with the missus, it was ok.. enjoyable, got a good laugh at parts but i wouldnt say its on par with shaun. I'll probally give it another look when its released on DVD.

Overall, ive seen better, but ive seen ALOT worse. 5 out of 10.

5 out of 10? Wow... You're a hard man to please :)

[MinionZombie]

5 out of 10? Wow... You're a hard man to please :)

lol, isn't he just? 5/10?! :confused:


Just an update, Zombieland is at $50,773,777 domestic in 12 days (as of Oct 13th), no numbers for worldwide yet. It brought in $14,802,431 last weekend (down about 40%) & was in the #2 spot,with "Couples Retreat" opening at #1 with $34,286,740 (Hurm). :|

Awesome sauce on it's continued success, but lame (but an unsurprised lame) at Couples Retreat.

[DjfunkmasterG]

Less than $9,000,000 to go in the US box office and Zombieland dethrones the DAWN remake as the highest grossing zombie film. This shouldn't be that hard of a task considering the film is chugging a steady 1-2 million during the regular week, and it should easily make another $5-$7mm this weekend, which will put it right over the top.

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:lol::lol::lol:

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I thought the exact same thing, Neil. It does feel somewhat 'cut short' in places, and could easily have another 10 minutes added on to its mere 80 minute running time.

One bit that I thought "this has to be different in an unrated DVD cut" was...

When Tallahassee goes at that third zombie in the supermarket with the hedge trimmers - it's all off screen, and we don't see any resultant damage - so methinks that could possibly be full-on in an unrated version.

God I hope there is an unrated, super awesome, double disc, features-packed DVD in the pipeline!


I would have to disagree there. I enjoyed the hell out of the film, but if got any longer it would just be too over bearing. In fact, by then end it was feeling a bit dragged out and needed to wrap it up. Which is how a no-brainer flick like this should be, imo - short and to the point.


While I think the film is perfect for its 80 minutes of running time, but you can tell that a lot was cut out. The indian gift shop was heavily chopped especially when COlumbus and Tallahassee have their conversation about cologne. The editing was a dad give away in that a much longer cut existed.

While I will be buying the Blu-ray when this comes out, I don't know if I will really enjoy the extended cut. According to interviews with Ruben, the director, the original cut was over 2 hours long before the studio had them chop it back.

[Neil]

While I will be buying the Blu-ray when this comes out, I don't know if I will really enjoy the extended cut. According to interviews with Ruben, the director, the original cut was over 2 hours long before the studio had them chop it back.

Aha! So there is a lot more footage around! Interesting! Hopefully a portion of it can be put back in for a +ve result...

[AcesandEights]

Aha! So there is a lot more footage around! Interesting! Hopefully a portion of it can be put back in for a +ve result...

Yeah, the idea of extra footage is always interesting, but I was satisfied with the length of the movie and felt the writer(s) would have had to up their game if they wanted to push the running time much longer.

[Andy]

5 out of 10? Wow... You're a hard man to please :)
It felt way too short to me, i was starting to get into it and it finished! also alot of the jumps seemed too predictable, it didnt give me a fright or jump at any point in the movie.. The jokes, on the most side were entertaining but a few did fall flat.. i like my zombie humour a tad darker.

Also, a zombie movie were no-one gets bit? lame...

Those are my gripes, take it if you will.. but yeah 5 out of 10 mate, its a average film.

[capncnut]

Don't listen to 'em, Andy. I think you were more than generous...

..two or a three maximum for me.

[MinionZombie]

Original cut of 2+ hours eh?

Well, they can easily make an extended cut from that, add between 10 and even 20 minutes of stuff - providing it's good quality stuff, that is.

No doubt a good chunk will just be on the DVD in the form of deleted scenes (good), but knowing this now, I'd be stunned if there wasn't an extended and unrated DVD.

So fingers crossed it does get the full on unrated, extended, double disc DVD extravaganza!

...

And they can sod off if they want to put a "digital copy" on there too ... goddamn those things are so lame.

[Neil]

It felt way too short to me, i was starting to get into it and it finished! also alot of the jumps seemed too predictable, it didnt give me a fright or jump at any point in the movie.. The jokes, on the most side were entertaining but a few did fall flat.. i like my zombie humour a tad darker.

Also, a zombie movie were no-one gets bit? lame...

Those are my gripes, take it if you will.. but yeah 5 out of 10 mate, its a average film.

SPOILER tag added to your post ;)

I was waiting for..
for one or more of them to cop it... but felt so relieved when they didn't. On that front I didn't find it predictable at all... At least a couple of the characters didn't feel invulnerable to me

I'd give it a good 7/10... With Shaun probably getting an 8-9/10...

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Don't listen to 'em, Andy. I think you were more than generous...

..two or a three maximum for me.

2/10? What on earth can you rate anything produced by The Asylum then? Unless your rating system goes down to -4 or something :)

[DjfunkmasterG]

Capn and Andy I am disappointed in both of you... a 2 and a 5. Sheesh, but then again you guys liked LAND so its understandable. :p:D:elol::sneaky:

[capncnut]

Capn and Andy I am disappointed in both of you... a 2 and a 5. Sheesh, but then again you guys liked LAND so its understandable. :p:D:elol::sneaky:
Actually Andy hated Land (his wrath on your ass is forthcoming, son) while I liked it, but we still thought Zombiebland was meh. Funny that, eh? :rolleyes:


2/10? What on earth can you rate anything produced by The Asylum then? Unless your rating system goes down to -4 or something :)
Sorry Neil, just wasn't all that impressed with it. One step above the 'total shit' stair.

[Andy]

Capn and Andy I am disappointed in both of you... a 2 and a 5. Sheesh, but then again you guys liked LAND so its understandable. :p:D:elol::sneaky:


DJ do you even read my posts? im famous for ranking land as my worse zombie movie EVER.. that is right i rank it lower than night of the living dead 30th anniversary edition, children of the dead, contagium and any other shit you care to pull out saying "surely not worse than...." YES. it is.

i despise land.

And my opinion of you just seriously dropped by saying i liked it. you might aswell of called me a nazi-sympathiser.

:mad:

[AcesandEights]

Yup, wrath was definitely just dropped.

I knew you didn't like it, Andy, but what passion!

[DjfunkmasterG]

DJ do you even read my posts? im famous for ranking land as my worse zombie movie EVER.. that is right i rank it lower than night of the living dead 30th anniversary edition, children of the dead, contagium and any other shit you care to pull out saying "surely not worse than...." YES. it is.

i despise land.

And my opinion of you just seriously dropped by saying i liked it. you might aswell of called me a nazi-sympathiser.

:mad:

My apologies I thought you were in the Love LAND camp hard to tell who likes what anymore with so much love for Land and so much hate for DAWN 04.

[Andy]

My apologies I thought you were in the Love LAND camp hard to tell who likes what anymore with so much love for Land and so much hate for DAWN 04.
I think me and you have even teamed up on the land-lubbers before today :p

[DjfunkmasterG]

ZOMBIELAND has dethroned the DAWN remake as highest grossing zombie film in the zombie genre per box office mojo.

http://boxofficemojo.com/genres/chart/?id=zombie.htm

However, adjusted for inflation, DAWN 2004 still sold more tickets, but that can change by next weekend. ZL only has to gross about $66mm to completely dethrone it, taking into account inflation.

[Neil]

ZOMBIELAND has dethroned the DAWN remake as highest grossing zombie film in the zombie genre per box office mojo.

http://boxofficemojo.com/genres/chart/?id=zombie.htm

However, adjusted for inflation, DAWN 2004 still sold more tickets, but that can change by next weekend. ZL only has to gross about $66mm to completely dethrone it, taking into account inflation.

So a sequel get's more likely :)

[DubiousComforts]

ZOMBIELAND has dethroned the DAWN remake as highest grossing zombie film in the zombie genre per box office mojo.
Yay for living dead comedies!

What the world needs now is a good war comedy.

[Mike70]

What the world needs now is a good war comedy.

:lol:

perhaps a musical comedy about the sack of nanking is finally in order.

[octo7]

OK so i saw it this evening. its a 6 out of 10 for me which is actually not a bad rating. If i was 15 years old it would have been a lot better. Sean of the Dead it aint. the mad-cow thing is plain retarded and to be honest it would have sucked if not for woody and bill.

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I will also add that the main character was barely discernable from the the main character (skinny dude) in Superbad.

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Yay for living dead comedies!

What the world needs now is a good war comedy.

i recommend Blackadder goes Forth

[clanglee]

What the world needs now is a good war comedy.

http://wallstreetexaminer.com/blogs/winter/wp-content/uploads/drstrangelove-763806.jpg
Don't be silly, Zat vould never happen!!

[octo7]

http://wallstreetexaminer.com/blogs/winter/wp-content/uploads/drstrangelove-763806.jpg
Don't be silly, Zat vould never happen!!
one of the greatest movies ever made.

[MoonSylver]

O the mad-cow thing is plain retarded

Eh, I thought that part of it seemed very "tacked on" just to offer some sort of explanation (*cough* venus probe *cough*), quickly glossed over, & pretty easily overlooked.

Meh & Hurm.;)

[Danny]

It felt way too short to me, i was starting to get into it and it finished! also alot of the jumps seemed too predictable, it didnt give me a fright or jump at any point in the movie.. The jokes, on the most side were entertaining but a few did fall flat.. i like my zombie humour a tad darker.

Also, a zombie movie were no-one gets bit? lame...

Those are my gripes, take it if you will.. but yeah 5 out of 10 mate, its a average film.

really?, you wanted a "of god there bitten and turning, QQ" scene in this?!?

I would not have been able to stop my eyes rolling if they did that, thats turned into the "okay guys, lets split up" of the zombie sub genre of horror, its cliche', annoying and its been done to death, undeath then double tapped jsut to make sure theyve uses it to death two times over.

I got no problem with you not being keen, everyones different, but you WANT a bite scene in every movie?

then do you get pissed off when there isnt a guy running in slow motion from an explosion in every action movie ever as well?:p

[BillyRay]

Finally saw it yesterday.

Fun flick.

Enjoyed it thoroughly.

That is all.

[octo7]

Eh, I thought that part of it seemed very "tacked on" just to offer some sort of explanation (*cough* venus probe *cough*), quickly glossed over, & pretty easily overlooked.

Meh & Hurm.;)

it's just the fact you still gotta shoot em in the head. since when does mad cow make you immune to pain and bulletproof? they could have tacked on something better. i like my zombies undead too

[MoonSylver]

it's just the fact you still gotta shoot em in the head. since when does mad cow make you immune to pain and bulletproof? they could have tacked on something better. i like my zombies undead too

Me too. I'm not sold on the fact that they're NOT zombies. Just because they offered the "disease" explanation doesn't automatically rule out that they're a zombie (I've been really confused why every one is automatically getting that they're NOT a zombie just because it started with a disease, other than the equation seem to be that disease automatically = "28 Days Later"...:confused: I know I'm probably get slammed for this, but I don't see one as precluding the other...?)

In any case it just seemed to me like "oh, uh, here's where the zombies came from: "it'samutatedversionofmadcowdiseaseandthatisall!" Now, back to the movie!":lol:

[AcesandEights]

I'm not sold on the fact that they're NOT zombies. Just because they offered the "disease" explanation doesn't automatically rule out that they're a zombie (I've been really confused why every one is automatically getting that they're NOT a zombie just because it started with a disease, other than the equation seem to be that disease automatically = "28 Days Later"...:confused: I know I'm probably get slammed for this, but I don't see one as precluding the other...?)

No, I've been thinking the same thing since the first time someone started bitchin' about it, but most of those people seemed dead set about bitching about whatever they could grab onto, so I didn't think it was worth making an issue of it.

[clanglee]

Me too. I'm not sold on the fact that they're NOT zombies. Just because they offered the "disease" explanation doesn't automatically rule out that they're a zombie (I've been really confused why every one is automatically getting that they're NOT a zombie just because it started with a disease, other than the equation seem to be that disease automatically = "28 Days Later"...:confused: I know I'm probably get slammed for this, but I don't see one as precluding the other...?)

In any case it just seemed to me like "oh, uh, here's where the zombies came from: "it'samutatedversionofmadcowdiseaseandthatisall!" Now, back to the movie!":lol:

Don't ask me. . . .I consider the cratures in 28 days/weeks later zombies myself. . so I don't really see the problem.

[capncnut]

Don't ask me. . . .I consider the cratures in 28 days/weeks later zombies myself. . so I don't really see the problem.
And you know what, Clangers? I don't consider them zombies but I wont get all shirty witchu cos they are most CERTAINLY based on zombies.

If anyone's gonna disagree and go off on a ramble about this, thus derailing the Zombieland topic. Do fuck off. :D

[clanglee]

And you know what, Clangers? I don't consider them zombies but I wont get all shirty witchu cos they are most CERTAINLY based on zombies.

If anyone's gonna disagree and go off on a ramble about this, thus derailing the Zombieland topic. Do fuck off. :D

I will agree with that, the distinction is so slight that it is unneccisary to pick on about it.

As far as the reason for the Zombies in ZL, well who gives a rat's ass? They threw that Mad Cow thing in there with such an underhanded girl pitch that I don't think anyone would be offended if you didn't swing at it.

[MoonSylver]

As far as the reason for the Zombies in ZL, well who gives a rat's ass? They threw that Mad Cow thing in there with such and underhanded girl pitch that I don't think anyone would be offended if you didn't swing at it.

:lol::lol::lol:

[Trin]

I kinda like the 30 second explanation. It was plausible enough to swallow and gave some framework for the zombie behavior.

Being infected rather than risen dead also added some believability to the relative sparsity of zombies. Most of the attack victims would die from their wounds - and dead is dead. The few attack victims who were not maimed would become the next round of attackers. And it wouldn't take that long in that state before they just started dying off on their own.

I think a lot of people need to get over the fact that this movie was not trying to be about a horde of undead zombies keeping to the Romero or Dawn '04 or 28 Days rules. Their take on the zombie plague makes a lot more sense if you don't compare to other movies.

[MoonSylver]

I kinda like the 30 second explanation. It was plausible enough to swallow and gave some framework for the zombie behavior.

Being infected rather than risen dead also added some believability to the relative sparsity of zombies. Most of the attack victims would die from their wounds - and dead is dead. The few attack victims who were not maimed would become the next round of attackers. And it wouldn't take that long in that state before they just started dying off on their own.

I think a lot of people need to get over the fact that this movie was not trying to be about a horde of undead zombies keeping to the Romero or Dawn '04 or 28 Days rules. Their take on the zombie plague makes a lot more sense if you don't compare to other movies.

Good points as always Trin.

[octo7]

so you are saying someone with mad cow being immune to bullets its more plausible than the undead being immune to bullets? *scratches head*

[Trin]

so you are saying someone with mad cow being immune to bullets its more plausible than the undead being immune to bullets? *scratches head*
Undead being immune to bullets is more plausible because the nature of undead creatures is supernatural. Supernatural suspension of disbelief allows for very inexplicable behaviors.

With the mad cow/human disease in Zombieland we have suspension of disbelief through a scientific/biological explanation. Scientfic explanations demand a certain level of adherence to traditional biology and thus being immune to bullets would be very hard to justify since no other infection/disease makes you immune to bullets.

Which all begs the question - what creature in any recent zombie or zombie-ish movie was immune to bullets anyway?!? :annoyed:

[octo7]

the ones in zombieland...... remember the double tap? you had to shoot them in the head and it was just an infection. how does that make any sense?

[Danny]

the ones in zombieland...... remember the double tap? you had to shoot them in the head and it was just an infection. how does that make any sense?

because they were wild berserkers that felt no pain, sure you might get em down by a shot in the heart or whatever, but before they die they could still bite you and pass it on, hence the double tap, the brains made out to be the only sure instant kill, they say as much onscreen and its not like its the most cerebral flick y'know?

[Trin]

the ones in zombieland...... remember the double tap? you had to shoot them in the head and it was just an infection. how does that make any sense?
The double tap had absolutely nothing to do with them requiring headshots.

[mista_mo]

Being immune to bullets implies that projectiles don't do anything to them at all. They can ignore being shot in the chest, as they have no use for the contents of that area (much like how a zombie isn't affected by being shot in the heart). It's not a matter of "immunity", but a factor of "ignoring shots to redundant parts of their biology".

I also believe that the double tap was just used to make sure that they were actually dead, as was demonstrated when that lady was bit after she assumed the infected she shot was dead.

also, Tallahassee- Biggest bad ass in a zombie film ever. Sorry guys, but I want him to be my dad.

[octo7]

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The double tap had absolutely nothing to do with them requiring headshots.

I guess we saw different movies then. remember the ridiculous scene in the fun-park when the zombie is crawling towards the two girls on the ride getting shot multiple times in the chest and body and does not even flinch? or the girl at the very start of the movie who he has to smash over the head to stop ? or when the woman fails to double tap and shoots the guy down on the ground only for him to get back up and bite her?


i am not saying its a bad movie, it was fun but it was the least plausible zombie flick ever and had zero respect or homage to real zombie movies.

oh and i thought 28 days later sucked. it was a complete cop-out for assholes who think they are too mature to like zombie movies. it was also incredibly anti-climactic with the bullshit in the army barracks. it was the 'trip hop' of zombies movies. people who are afraid to say they like rap say they listen to 'trip hop' :annoyed:

[bassman]

Resurrecting this thread for a sec. I didn't feel like this deserved it's own thread but wanted to share.

So I'm on my way home from a family vacation to the beach yesterday. We stop in this small little town when I start to feel like I've been there before. I probably had been there before, but it felt like it was recently and I knew it couldn't be. Then it hit me....it was used as a town square in Zombieland.

(taking some pics posted earlier in the thread)

http://zombieslash.com/wp-content/zombie_pics/Woody_Harrelson_stars_in__Zombieland__on_Flickr_-_Photo_Sharing!-20090413-125147.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3648/3396447617_f194cb3e52.jpg

Mine(sorry about the dirty windshield):o

http://i783.photobucket.com/albums/yy115/bassmanfincha/02.jpg

http://i783.photobucket.com/albums/yy115/bassmanfincha/04.jpg

If you don't recognize it......its from the scene where Harrelson's character beats the windows out of a van with a crowbar.

So that's my random story of the day. Thought it was funny to kinda stumble upon that.

[DjfunkmasterG]

Very cool... BTW the Cast & crew will be back in your neck of the woods for ZOMBIELAND 2

[AcesandEights]

That was an awesome spot of a completely random pop up in the terrain, Bassman! Good eyes!

That must have been a weird feeling of happenstance, eh?

[Trin]

That's amazing that you recognized the town from the movie. And awesomely cool that you took some pics to share!!

So did you force them to stop so you could check the convenience store for twinkies on the way out? As you were taking the pictures did you say, "You gotta enjoy the little things." Did you insist that everyone call you Jeogia for the rest of the trip?

Basically, did you act in such a way that everyone in the car thought you were a loon?

[AcesandEights]

Basically, did you act in such a way that everyone in the car thought you were a loon?

I just figured he danced around shooting his uzi up in the air.

[Danny]

I just figured he danced around shooting his uzi up in the air.

THANK GOD FER REDNECKS!:lol:


i got zombieland on blu-ray last week and ive watched it like 5 times since, still totally rad. Talahasse may be my favorite character form a comedy in a long long time.

[bassman]

Basically, did you act in such a way that everyone in the car thought you were a loon?

Yeah, I admit I had a bit of a flip out when I figured out where I was. My wife was giving me this funny look like I had gone off the deep end. I stopped and asked her to take pictures with me in a few of the locations. Her response was "I'm not getting out and taking pictures of you acting like a f*cking zombie." So I just had her take them from the car.:lol:

It's the closest I've been to a movie set for a film that I care about. Well....with the exception of the ending car chase to Smokey and the Bandit. I travel that stretch of highway almost everyday. It's so tempting to zoom across the median, on/off the ramps, etc.:sneaky:

[darth los]

It's the closest I've been to a movie set for a film that I care about.

Dude, you've got tomake the pilgrimage to Manhattan, atleast one time and I'm sure you'll come across atleast 50 locations that would fit that criteria.

Especially...what's that one again that starts with a g and the funny dudes running around with lasers again?

:cool: