Daisy Ridley Delivers a Grief-Driven Zombie Thriller in "We Bury the Dead"
The zombie movie genre has been perpetually stuck in a rut, with most films relying on the same tired formulas. Australian director Zak Hilditch's latest offering, "We Bury the Dead," attempts to inject some much-needed freshness into the mix, focusing more on grief and trauma than mindless carnage.
In this haunting tale, Ridley stars as Ava, a grieving widow who travels to Tasmania to identify her late husband's body. Her quest becomes even more perilous when it emerges that a catastrophic accident involving a US government weapon has left hundreds of thousands dead, with some corpses beginning to wake up. Joining forces with rugged volunteer Clay (Brenton Thwaites), Ava must navigate the treacherous landscape and confront her own grief.
Ridley brings her signature emotional depth to the role, conveying Ava's anguish through a masterful display of facial expressions and body language. She expertly conveys the weight of Ava's loss, making it impossible not to feel for this deeply human character as she navigates her terrifying new world.
While Hilditch struggles with tone, capturing moments of introspection and quiet reflection, he also proves himself to be a skilled visual storyteller. The film's stunning cinematography captures the beauty of Tasmania, transforming even the most desolate landscapes into breathtaking vistas.
Ultimately, "We Bury the Dead" is not a groundbreaking zombie film, but it's a solid, well-crafted effort in a genre that often feels like an afterthought. Ridley shines as Ava, bringing a level of emotional complexity to the character that makes her journey feel all the more poignant and powerful. As the undead rise from their graves, we can't help but feel for this lost soul, who's fighting not just for survival, but for a sense of closure and peace.
"We Bury the Dead" is now playing in cinemas in the US, available on digital platforms in the UK from February 2nd, and hitting screens in Australia from February 5th.
The zombie movie genre has been perpetually stuck in a rut, with most films relying on the same tired formulas. Australian director Zak Hilditch's latest offering, "We Bury the Dead," attempts to inject some much-needed freshness into the mix, focusing more on grief and trauma than mindless carnage.
In this haunting tale, Ridley stars as Ava, a grieving widow who travels to Tasmania to identify her late husband's body. Her quest becomes even more perilous when it emerges that a catastrophic accident involving a US government weapon has left hundreds of thousands dead, with some corpses beginning to wake up. Joining forces with rugged volunteer Clay (Brenton Thwaites), Ava must navigate the treacherous landscape and confront her own grief.
Ridley brings her signature emotional depth to the role, conveying Ava's anguish through a masterful display of facial expressions and body language. She expertly conveys the weight of Ava's loss, making it impossible not to feel for this deeply human character as she navigates her terrifying new world.
While Hilditch struggles with tone, capturing moments of introspection and quiet reflection, he also proves himself to be a skilled visual storyteller. The film's stunning cinematography captures the beauty of Tasmania, transforming even the most desolate landscapes into breathtaking vistas.
Ultimately, "We Bury the Dead" is not a groundbreaking zombie film, but it's a solid, well-crafted effort in a genre that often feels like an afterthought. Ridley shines as Ava, bringing a level of emotional complexity to the character that makes her journey feel all the more poignant and powerful. As the undead rise from their graves, we can't help but feel for this lost soul, who's fighting not just for survival, but for a sense of closure and peace.
"We Bury the Dead" is now playing in cinemas in the US, available on digital platforms in the UK from February 2nd, and hitting screens in Australia from February 5th.
. I love how she conveys grief without saying too much - it's all in her expressions and body language 
. The cinematography is insane, too! Tasmania looks stunning on screen 
. What really gets me, though, is how the movie humanizes the zombie apocalypse. It's not just about brains and gore; it's about Ava's emotional journey and finding closure 
. I'm definitely watching this again 
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still, ridley holds this whole film together & makes u feel so bad for ava 
brenton thwaites is hot tho 
but seriously zak hilditch does a great job w/ visuals n stuff 
maybe its not da best zombie movie ever but ridley shines & makes me care about her character 
cant wait 2 c how ppl react 2 it on imdb 
I'm literally shook rn Ava's character is soooo relatable I feel like I've been there too after losing someone I care about 
. And that cinematography tho! Tasmania is literally breathtaking 
I'm definitely going to watch this again when it comes out on digital platforms in the UK 
it's like you can feel her pain and trauma through every single scene 
this movie might not be groundbreaking but it's definitely a solid effort 
anyway, ridley's acting chops are always top notch so fingers crossed she carries this movie 
Daisy Ridley is literally amazing as Ava, she brings so much depth to her character and makes you feel all the feels 
. I'm not usually a fan of zombie movies but this one's got heart and it's more about grief and trauma than just gore and action 
. Sure, Daisy Ridley is awesome as always, but can't we have a fresh take on the genre? The US government weapon thing seems a bit convenient and unexplained, don't you think? 
And while the cinematography in Tasmania does look stunning, it's not like it's never been done before... I've seen some amazing zombie films that didn't rely so much on grief and trauma. Still, if it's well-made and entertaining, I'm all for giving it a try! 
. And can we talk about how cliché the "tough widow" trope is? Still, Ridley does her thing well and brings some much-needed depth to the character 
. The cinematography in this film is insane, though - Tasmania looks stunning! 
I'm so glad Daisy Ridley is taking on more complex roles like this one! She always brings such depth to her characters, it's amazing to see her tackle darker themes like grief and trauma. The film's atmosphere feels really immersive too, I love how the cinematography captures the beauty of Tasmania. The plot might not be super original, but I think that's part of what makes it so effective - it's a reminder that even in the most mundane situations, there can be something terrifying lurking beneath the surface... 
What I think makes this film stand out is how it humanizes Ava's experience of losing someone she loves. It's not just about zombies, it's about one person's struggle to cope with her emotions & find closure.
where you play as a survivor trying to escape a virus-infested world... back then it was all about the action and horror, now I guess it's more about the emotional journey 
. The cinematography in Tasmania looks stunning, love how they used the natural scenery to set the mood 
. But hey, if it's well-crafted like this one, I'm in! 
I mean, Daisy Ridley's got talent for sure, but can we talk about how overhyped this zombie movie thing is? 
Like, it's just another generic outbreak story. And what's with the US government weapon that creates these zombies? So original. 
. I mean, what's the point of watching a bunch of people run around and fight if none of them are even fleshed out as human beings? But "We Bury the Dead" is different - Daisy Ridley brings so much depth to Ava's character that it makes you actually care about her struggles 
. The film's tone can be a bit all over the place at times, but when it gets it right, man... the cinematography is stunning 
. The cinematography is stunning too, makes me want to pack my bags and move to Tasmania immediately (just kidding, I'm good)