So I watched two zombie films this week. The first was Fido, a comedic take on the zombie affair set in the idyllic 50s. Cute, but ultimately not satisfying. Also, not really a zombie movie, although technically it falls into the category.
Secondly and much more importantly, I watched Diary of the Dead, Romero’s brand new flick and it was a blast. It was, I quote from somewhere on IMDB, somewhat of a return to form. By all means better than the don’t-want-to-admit-it’s-terrible Land of the Dead and a fresh start (the word “reboot” is very appropriate given the theme of this film) for the zombie mythos. As is always the case with the Romero films, this is a social commentary wrapped in a bloody zombie cover. This time, it’s an exploration of the particular kind of voyeurism that develops in the person that holds a camera and its manifestation in today’s internet-based world. A very interesting subject, a cleverly written film and, as with most Romero films, actors that aren’t quite as good as the script demands.
Expect reviews of both movies soon, and the beginning of a new section dedicated to reviews of zombie films. Part 2 of the Doom 3 review is still coming in early May. I’ve also added a new widget in the sidebar that displays what music I’m currently listening to. I might keep that there or I might not. I like it for the time being.
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