The Story:
In America when a zombie outbreak has claimed most of humanity, a walled city of survivors led by Grigio (John Malkovich) try and survive by keeping out the undead, and making dangerous journeys outside of their walls to resupply their city. His daughter, Julie (Teresa Palmer) goes on the latest foray, and their group is attacked by zombies, and nearly all of them killed. However, one zombie, R (Nicholas Hoult) finds himself drawn to Julie...especially after consuming the brains of her boyfriend. He saves her, and takes her back home with him. As they bond, he keeps her safe from the other zombies, and then something mysterious and magical begins to happen.
Perhaps the most family-friendly zombie story you could ever want to watch.
But don't let that dissuade you, Warm Bodies is actually quite the charming movie with, all pun intended, a lot of heart.
It's simply not bathed in gore. And that, in and of itself, is not necessarily a bad thing.
R narrates the movie, and it's a hoot to listen to a zombie's thoughts as he goes through his day.
The movie also wisely adds a second layer of zombies with the Bones, so that when the final act rolls, the conflicts and resolution all pay off correctly.
Chalk this one up as a win in the horror, comedy, romantic comedy, romantic zombie comedy, pretty much genre smashing entry into film lore.
All of the kids watched it and enjoyed it. Even momma didn't run away from the film, though her interest level was probably lower than everyone else. She's a trooper though and stayed till the end.
Then she mocked my choice of movies. : )
This adds to the list of recent, fun horror movies like Detention, Cabin in the Woods and John Dies at the End. It's a trend I hope continues!
Final Grade: B+
Rewatchability/Purchase Factor: Yes to both!
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