Zombie movies usually aren't that great. I admit that. It's one of the reasons I like them. Either the premise is good but the production itself is "B" quality (think my all-time previous favorite, Chopper Chicks in Zombie Town) or the production quality is good, but it's nothing more than a slick action flick (think Dawn of the Dead).
Then, along came Fido.
Fido is a Canadian film reminiscent of the American '50s. It's about the perfect nuclear family living in Suburbia. But, instead of worrying about the Cold War, they worry about the zombies outside their fenced-in town. And, instead of owning a cute border collie, they own their own zombie slave.
The film does a good job of exploring human nature, our ability as humans to dehumanize our enemies, the possibilities of love, and the multifaceted nature of being a zombie.
These aren't just moaning and groaning sacks of rotting flesh. They're beings with feelings who just happen to have the natural impulse to chomp on human flesh, thanks to some sort of radioactive dust.
Why is it that Canada comes up with so much of the stuff I want?
6 comments:
I hadn't heard of that move, but it sounds so cool!!! Thanks for posting about it Wendy.
Watched the trailer at the link.Looks cool.I'll check it out
I love unique films, A or B quality. I can't help but be intrigued when you mention that this movie explores human nature, etc. In a zombie film? I've gotta see the multifaceted nature of being a zombie.
I just viewed the trailer for Fido. I was surprised to find it very well done - color scheme wise, art and direction. I hadn't realized that it's comical. A whole different take. Thanks for the tip.
I too have not heard of this movie, and I thought I had seen all the zombie flicks...nice catch.
I never heard of Fido. Sounds like the ending of Shaun of the Dead where he keeps his buddy tied up. I have to check it out online.
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