An Average Cinephile's Zombieland Movie Review | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Entertainment

An Average Cinephile's Zombieland Movie Review

We take a look back at the iconic zombie comedy before it's sequel releases this Friday.

10
An Average Cinephile's Zombieland Movie Review

It's almost here.

After 10 long years we're finally getting a sequel to one of the greatest zombie movies of all time. But what made Zombieland so great? And why should you be excited about the sequel? It's time to nut up or shut up as we take a deep dive into Zombieland.

Ever since I saw the movie all of those years ago closer to when it was first released, I've been in love with it. Zombies? Check. Action? Check. Characters that you want to follow and care about? Check. But what really makes this movie stand out above the rest is it's comedy.

This movie is absolutely hilarious, to the point where I still laugh at the punchlines even though I've seen the movie close to 30 times. The dialogue between the characters is sharp and extremely well written, and the clashing personalities lead to some truly funny story moments.

Zombieland is one of the few movies that I can honestly say has a perfect cast. Woody Harrelson plays the cool cowboy, Emma Stone and Abigail Breslin play two sisters who are only worried about themselves, and Jessie Eisenburg just plays himself in a zombie apocalypse. This cast truly shines in their well-written roles that help to carry this movie into legendary status.

Admittedly, some of the character and story tropes used in Zombieland are a bit less than original, but it's the delivery that makes it special. In the end, this movie has a few strong thematic elements that really drive across some heartfelt moments and teaching points in a movie that's supposed to make you laugh. This is the aspect that really puts Zombieland over the top as it proves that it can deliver a message despite its comedic focus.

The sequel comes out Friday folks. A brand new adventure with the same great cast, writers and producers. I think we're really in for a treat with this one. Be sure to check back here next week for my review of Zombieland 2.

Also, we're gonna try something new this week. I'm a huge music fan and I'm sure ya'll are too, so every week I'm gonna recommend a song by a band that I've been listening to that week.

This weeks song is No Problem by Issues, an alt rock/metal band. Check it out!

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Drake
Hypetrak

1. Nails done hair done everything did / Oh you fancy huh

You're pretty much feeling yourself. New haircut, clothes, shoes, everything. New year, new you, right? You're ready for this semester to kick off.

Keep Reading...Show less
7 Ways to Make Your Language More Transgender and Nonbinary Inclusive

With more people becoming aware of transgender and non-binary people, there have been a lot of questions circulating online and elsewhere about how to be more inclusive. Language is very important in making a space safer for trans and non-binary individuals. With language, there is an established and built-in measure of whether a place could be safe or unsafe. If the wrong language is used, the place is unsafe and shows a lack of education on trans and non-binary issues. With the right language and education, there can be more safe spaces for trans and non-binary people to exist without feeling the need to hide their identities or feel threatened for merely existing.

Keep Reading...Show less
Blair Waldorf
Stop Hollywood

For those of you who have watched "Gossip Girl" before (and maybe more than just once), you know how important of a character Blair Waldorf is. Without Blair, the show doesn’t have any substance, scheme, or drama. Although the beginning of the show started off with Blair’s best friend Serena returning from boarding school, there just simply is no plot without Blair. With that being said, Blair’s presence in the show in much more complex than that. Her independent and go-getter ways have set an example for "Gossip Girl" fans since the show started and has not ended even years after the show ended. Blair never needed another person to define who she was and she certainly didn’t need a man to do that for her. When she envisioned a goal, she sought after it, and took it. This is why Blair’s demeanor encompasses strong women like her.

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

20 Feelings Anyone Who Loves To Sing Has

Sometimes, we just can't help the feelings we have

1152
singing
Cambio

Singing is something I do all day, every day. It doesn't matter where I am or who's around. If I feel like singing, I'm going to. It's probably annoying sometimes, but I don't care -- I love to sing! If I'm not singing, I'm probably humming, sometimes without even realizing it. So as someone who loves to sing, these are some of the feelings and thoughts I have probably almost every day.

Keep Reading...Show less
success
Degrassi.Wikia

Being a college student is one of the most difficult task known to man. Being able to balance your school life, work life and even a social life is a task of greatness. Here's an ode to some of the small victories that mean a lot to us college students.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments