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This film follows Columbus as he travels to try and find his family while surviving the zombie apocalypse. While traveling he meets Tallahassee, Wichita, and Little Rock. Through them he faces his fears, and makes realizations of his life.
This film was directed by Ruben Fleischer, who is now known for his comedy. This film follows the idea of Shaun of the Dead, and turns the zombie apocalypse into a humorous adventure. It remains the second popular film of its mixed genre. The story is different because its not focused on the sadness of the characters, and the sadness of the events. It doesn't shy away from sadness and that gives the film, and the characters heart. It has great comic timing that makes fun of pop culture and the young generation, but it does lack some comical wit. Granted the story doesn't add anything new to the idea of a zombie apocalypse (horror) genre, but it does offer more to the comedy genre. The camera angels, and the music add to the humour of the film. Having Bill Murray make a comic cameo appearance was great. It gives the film a much more comedic feel than horror.
The cast worked great together. They created characters with heart, and perfect comedic timing. Jesse Eisenberg played the leading role of Columbus. He was great at playing the nerd who has to overcome everything to get the girl. He made his character nerdy without going to overboard. Emma Stone played the role of Wichita. She was great at making the hardened woman attractive and likable. This is challenging for a lot of actress'. Woody Harrelson played the role of Tallahassee. Now, Harrelson is known for his unusual roles and this is no different. He is the badass with tones of heart. Abigail Breslin played the role of Little Rock. She is great playing Stone's sidekick. She is the reason that Stone's character remained highly likable, and at the same time kept her character from being just a sideline character.
I give this film 5 out of 5 stars! It's a great comedic film, not horror, that most audiences can easily enjoy.
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Que: What other film did actor Jesse Eisenberg and director Rueben Fleischer work together on?
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