No Right Answer: Best Zombie Movie Ever
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Gotta say this was a pretty good one and a tough choice. All in all I think I agree with the score in that I liked Zombieland better. Kyle was right in that Shaun pays more respects to the classic zombie films because it was supposed to be a more direct parody of those movies (my favorite part being when they're walking through the backyards and they come across that other group of people that's almost exactly the same as their group - even in dress - only they're actually functional and compotent).
Zombieland was more an action-comedy with zombies supplying the action. But two things set it above Shaun for me: the opening credits and the notion of Zombie Kill of the Week.
Zombieland was more an action-comedy with zombies supplying the action. But two things set it above Shaun for me: the opening credits and the notion of Zombie Kill of the Week.
I gotta give it to Shaun of the Dead. It's a loving tribute to and joke on the classic zombie film of yore, with relatable likeable characters [glances at Emma Stone and Jesse Eisenberg, stares daggers at Walking Dead cast] and the zombies aren't a metaphor for anything; they're just there to challenge our heroes and get 'em motivated. There are a number of other reasons, but most of you guys already brought them up, because we are so clever and handsome.
Shawn of the Dead was funnier, but I enjoyed Zombieland soooo much more (I even bought it lol), I don't know why? Probably it was because Woody Harrilson seemed to be polaying the very character from Natural Born Killers, but his psycho behavior had turned against zombies, making him more like an anti-hero hahaha I don't even think this makes any sense, well he was so damn badass and psycho-killer/western-outlaw that I couldn`t help but love it hahaha
Zombieland was so gratuitous and just corny that it actually really paid off. I agree that it should win, but Shaun of the Dead was also a great movie. I just loved Zombieland and it's over the top, big action, guns blazing nonsense.... with Emma Stone and "GOD DAMMIT! BILL FUCKING MURRAY!"
Hey, I'm ok, it's the guy I quoted that seemed to have a problemFirefilm said:tautologico said:
First off, thanks for standing up for us, always good to see that some people get what were doing. Second, i can assure you we all know the full history of zombies, from their voodoo origins through modern day returns. This show is for fun, and sometimes we have to pick zombie films that even people that don't like zombies might have seen, to increase appeal. I hope you understand, we didn't mean to ruin you day.
As Kyle said, they're both separate and- Carl! Get back inside the house! Sorry, where was I? That's right, they're both equals. They're like Batman and Superman, both awesome for different reasons. I think at the end of the day you've gotta- DAMMIT CARL, STOP LEAVING THE HOUSE!
I'm very shocked to see that Kyle didn't use Simon Pegg and Nick Frost being comic gold for crazy scenarios in his argument. Everyone watching those movies can relate to the characters they portray, while not many can relate Woody's killtastic self-parodying machismo. I have to say though, I loooved Zombieland, but the main character was honestly the least interesting part about it for me.
Oh wait, Bill Murray. Yeah...
Oh wait, Bill Murray. Yeah...
He was great, and the references to Ghostbusters was too great. Especially with the twinkie scene. Was sad to see him only get a few minutes of screen time.
I love Bill Murray and Emma Stone but Shaun of Dead, is the better movie. I enjoy both but Shaun of the Dead has more longevity I suppose.Mortamus said:
As for vampire movies I guess it depends on if we go with comical or serious, I would go with parodies for vampires or pre-twilight vampires that aren't lame.
Got to say though I do enjoy Dracula Dead and Loving It.
How could you possibly lose when you are basically given an instant win card with Shawn of the Dead? Just check out the rest of the comments, while Zombieland is just a funny little zombie parody, Shawn of the Dead is a hilarious take on the genre with real character development and amazing actors. Also one thing that blew me way was how they never addressed the ending, it's the greatest zombie ending ever, and no I won't spoil it.
This isn't even up for debate; Shaun of the Dead is simply the best.
And you put it up against Zombieland? That movie was terrible!
"Hey, let's go to the one place that doesn't have zombies, and make tons of noise and turn on flashy lights there! We r smrt!"
And you put it up against Zombieland? That movie was terrible!
"Hey, let's go to the one place that doesn't have zombies, and make tons of noise and turn on flashy lights there! We r smrt!"
I've only seen SotD so I can't rightly say.
But, I will say the best Zombie movie is "Zombies of Mora Tau", mainly for a single scene near the end. I won't tell you what it is so you will have to check it out for yourself.
[hr]BTW Kyle, great laugh.
[hr]Slightly relevant link! [http://wap.wideawakepress.com/archives/257]
But, I will say the best Zombie movie is "Zombies of Mora Tau", mainly for a single scene near the end. I won't tell you what it is so you will have to check it out for yourself.
[hr]BTW Kyle, great laugh.
[hr]Slightly relevant link! [http://wap.wideawakepress.com/archives/257]
Thank 28 days later for bringing back zombies. Me and my friend had watched every zombie ever made practically. There are very few from the NOTLD 90 to 2002. The last "Return" movie was in 94' I think. After that, NOTHING.
When we came out of the theater from 28 days later; people were buzzing and I said to him, I said Craig, this movie is gonna bring the zombies back. Sure enough, here we are.
When we came out of the theater from 28 days later; people were buzzing and I said to him, I said Craig, this movie is gonna bring the zombies back. Sure enough, here we are.