So, you know those super low budget B movies that end up being cult sensations? Or, at the very least, particular fan favorites??
Well, this movie is definitely NOT one of those.
What makes even the worst movies great is the actors and their acting ability. Their acting is what draws a viewer in, immerses them in the story, engages them, invests them in the characters' plights and emotions, and keeps them glued to the screen till the final scene- sometimes in tears, or cheering, or often wanting more!
NONE of the above is to be found in this movie. Zippo. Ziltch. The only actor that is sort of ok is the man who plays the Russian, uh, commander. Sorry - I wasn't even invested enough to catch his formal title. He is believable. So kudos to you, Sir. You probably added a whole extra star to the rating all on your own! ;)
The infected truly aren't worth a mention. An embarrassment to the genre. In film. AND print (as in, people's imaginations everywhere.)
It's a shame too. The pretense is a fun one. The "villain" if played well - we would never have even needed the "helping hand" of the background visuals to understand his motivation. That broke one of the biggest rules btw- show, don't tell. Additionally, an opportunity was missed in not having the other soldier's personalities play a larger role. As well as all of them seeming unnaturally quiet, what is worse is they all look strangely similar??
Anyway, just an all around terrible movie. I often choose to watch movies with low ratings, preferring to decide for myself; have my own experience. 90% of the time I enjoy the movies. This time, however - no. Just .... no.
Trust me. Your preschool daughter and her little friends put on better "plays" than the actors do here. Go give them your attention instead!
