CORPSES ARE FOREVER is an intelligent, fun filled zombie spy film. In a time when Jason can take on Freddy and Aliens can attack Predators, it seems only natural that zombies should square off against spies. The melding of two genres can be precarious, but here it is pulled off rather startling. This is why independent films are so important, because they take real chances that otherwise generic Hollywood productions would not. The cast and acting of this film really surprised me for its budget. Familiar faces are everywhere and the acting really does shine. Performances were realistic, gritty, fun, and perfectly complimentary to the narrative structure. The cinematography, for me, is where CORPSES ARE FOREVER really hit a home run. Where as so many independent films are shot on video to different degrees of success, CORPSES ARE FOREVER has a legitimate big budget Hollywood film look. But beyond the texture of the image, the film also sports incredible lighting. The contrast and hues are excellent, scary and fun, and recall the earlier imagery of Argento. Whereas I felt the twist ending here may have been a bit over the top, it did keep in tone with the overall feel and mood of the film. Is it logical?
Well this is a zombie spy film. Is it fast and fun? You bet. Add a does of zombies and some legitimately great horror effects and you have a ferocious zombie action film. Check it out.
Well this is a zombie spy film. Is it fast and fun? You bet. Add a does of zombies and some legitimately great horror effects and you have a ferocious zombie action film. Check it out.