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What happens when the undead return to life? In a world ravaged for years by a virus that turns the infected into zombie-like cannibals, a cure is at last found and the wrenching process of reintegrating the survivors back into society begins. Among the formerly afflicted is Senan (Sam Keeley), a young man haunted by the horrific acts he committed while infected. Welcomed back into the family of his widowed sister-in-law (Ellen Page), Senan attempts to restart his life-but is society ready to forgive him and those like him? Or will fear and prejudice once again tear the world apart? Pulsing with provocative parallels to our troubled times, The Cured is a smart, scary, and hauntingly human tale of guilt and redemption.
Rating
R (for violence, bloody images, and language)
Director
David Freyne
Studio
IFC Films
Writer
David Freyne
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- I thought the movie was absolutely brilliant. I enjoyed the new spin on the Zombie genre with the former zombies still battling those savage urges despite being cured. They also introduced a pack mentality concept to the zombies that is cool. The acting was great, the film has great pacing, and the writing is sharp. I hated the ending but I understand the purpose for it. I highly recommend it.Reply
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- Incredibly intense and engaging, the social commentary is as terrifying as the zombies. It's like 28 Days Later meets Black Mirror, with an original, intelligent take on the classic zombie thriller.Reply
- Loved this movie, saw it at Fantastic Fest. Really thought provoking. A totally different spin on things.Reply
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- Obviously the concept is great, the film itself was also terrific. Strong central characters and performances. Really felt for The Cured themselves. Haunted by their memories and vilified by society. Some great frights in there. Action packed finale. Big thumbs up.Reply
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- Definitely a new twist on the zombie genre though more of a social commentary than a horror movie. If you are looking for Dawn of the Dead, this isn't your movie. However, the atmosphere is wonderfully crafted and dark. It's a zombie movie with brains.Reply
- As much about forgiveness as fear, [David] Freyne doesn't neglect the kitchen sink drama dynamic in the lost souls triangle of his three central characters. His film is all the better for thatReply
- In the end, The Cured is a film which will make the viewer think, jump at frights, and possibly cry twice during the last ten minutes.Reply
- At its best, it has the provocative cunning of a "Black Mirror" episode. Unfortunately, "The Cured" becomes less cerebral and more predictably action-oriented in its third act .Reply
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