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I, Zombie

5 star:		(7)
4 star:		(6)
3 star:		(10)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(11)

 

 

Seen them all... All the zombie flicks... Romero is king... Fulci is awesome... Argento rules... I know what's good.
This film was great! I read some of the other reviews before I purchased this film and almost passed it by. Other than this flick, I have seen and own every zombie and cannibal film available. This movie isn't scary. The gore factor isn't as you would expect for a zombie film... don't get me wrong, there's gore... That's not what this film is about. "I, Zombie" describes the process of actually turning into a zombie... how one becomes isolated from society and slowly decays (physically and MENTALLY). I love all the zombie films, but this one takes it to a different level. A MUST for zombie fans. If you want a really scary movie or a lot of gore, search elsewhere.

Basic Plot: The main character is hiking in an unknown area when he is bitten by a strange and obviously very ill young woman. He is forced into the lifestyle of a hermit when physical and mental decay sets in, as well as a strong urge to kill others and eat their bodies.

With a decent amount of gore (including a few scenes that'll definitely make you squirm), above-average acting for a low-budget B-movie, and an undeniably original and fresh concept for a zombie flick, "I Zombie" certainly deserves a rental. A purchase, on the other hand, you should think twice about. I found the storyline to be a bit tedious and the overall feel of the film to be very amature (which I suppose could be a good thing for some B-fans, but this was almost student-film level). It's irresistible to any zombie fan such as myself, and I'm glad I saw it. Originality is very intriguing to any viewer, and this certainly has that. But it doesn't have much more to separate from any other straight-to-DVD horror flick. And who says that's a bad thing?

This film, while slow in pace, gives the viewer introspective into the zombie's own existence. A well crafted character driven story of loss (on more than one level) and self loathing wrapped tightly in a fine package of well placed gore.

Visually this low budget film comes off quite well, the make-up isnt hokey. If you are a zombie fan and you like something beyond just a gore fest try it.

I rented this without hearing or knowing anything about it.
I enjoy comparing stories and make-up work on zombie movies. I was amazed at the intensity of the story and became so involved with it that I forgot to critique the make-up work. I was refreshed to find a zombie movie with an unpredictable story that kept me entertained and interested from beginning to end. I find it rare to call a horror movie story and mood flawless these days, like I consider i,zombie. When I finally saw it for the second time I was still amazed at the lack of corniness in its love story and lack of common uses of a zombie in a movie. It was on the second viewing that I noticed the gore could've looked more realistic on some scenes, but at the same time I was still convinced that the movie was unlike many horror movies I have ever seen. The feel is depressing and the music only enhances this mood. This movie fits my thoughts that sometimes a story can be enough, and surpass the necessity of flashy effects and loud sounds.

Priscilla L.Ozuna

Thank you Mr. Parkinson. I have just seen one of the best genre films of this decade, and possibly even this century! When I read about this film in Fangoria I was a bit weary. It seems that memorable horror films are becoming more scarce day by day. However, Parkinson's 'I, Zombie' will please any genre buff and maybe even those not as dedicated to the beloved genre. With ultimate storytelling and beautiful cinemaphotography, this film shows that horror is not just blood and guts, but that it can be a true human element. Imagine being forced into cannibalism! I don't want to give away too much, but the "underground" horror genre has finally spawned a film that I can only hope will help fuel more "non-mainstream" film making. Hopefully this film may allow future unknown director's works to be seen. If you love Fulci, Argento, and Peter Jackson's films then you will love Andrew Parkinson's even more! With many of our well known genre directors venturing to other projects, we as fans need to seek new visionaries. Andrew Parkinson is sure to be one of the first to lead us to never-felt-before terror.

This is the first release from the FANGORIA video line . Finally some cool indie horror flicks . Don't show this one to your folks , or they'll flip out . This one does not hold anything back . Can't wait for the next releases . Thank you FANGORIA .

i had this on VHS and finally decided to watch it again after a few years of sitting in a box in my basement. i loved the basic idea. the movie even went so far as to show what happens to a zombie when he tries to pleasure himself with a little jerk action (it would probably be the worst thing out of the entire ordeal).

i didn't have much expectations, but i was somewhat surprised at the acting. i'm not talking about the victims, they were bad. i'm talking about the main character. he actually put on quite a good performance. i was impressed how he accurately portrayed the suffering of a man who is dying but cannot die.

the only problem i really had was the pace was just too damn slow. i understand it takes some time to show the character's suffering, but this movie was bordering on tedium. that is the only reason i had to drop this movie a couple of stars.

As the cover implies this is a ZOmbie film (flesh eating Dead). Most of them use bad acting (or dubbing in many cases), loads of gore, and some strange atmosphere. THis movie takes a different approach to the Zombie tale involoving a guy who is going steady with his girlfriend, is a photgrapher, and british (or at least new england). One day as he is taking some pictures of Nature he stumbles upon some ruins. WHile expoloring them he sees what looks like a dead girl. HE goes to help her and he is bit as she is a zombie. Taking cue from later ROmero films he is infected with a virus that will make him decay and crave human flesh. Trying to resist these urges he soon relizes that his life is in a downward spiral. He kills and eats in his place where he has plastic on the floor as to not stain the carpet. Than theres the infamouse masturbation scene.

OVerall this is a cult film. It is hard to judge something like this because like many movies out there they require almost a cult following to enjoy. IT's not a bad film considering it to be low budget, yet at the same time it's not the greatest thing to cross in to the Zombie Genre. IT's average for a ZOmbie film, but has a nice new approach.

This is an interesting and original take on zombie flicks. The story is told from the perspective of a person who is slowly turning into a zombie... the thoughts and degenerative process that happens when turning into a zombie are especially interesting to this reviewer. I give it high marks for its gusto and orginality. It is obviously low production... like a film school film... but I believe it exceeds the expectations of such films. Good work!!

I am scamming though the isle of the movie store and I come upon this little tape. Naturally I see a zombie on the cover as well as Fangoria's logo so I snatch it up. Now I am a huge fan of Fangoria films such as Children of the night, severed ties, and mindwarp and expected a campy B-horror movie that would make me laugh and keep me scared. INSTEAD, I get a documentary (no kidding)about some whiney British dude who gets bitten by a zombie and soon becomes one himself. I talked my girlfriend into watching this with me and thanks to this movie I am no longer allowed to pick horror movies anymore. Don't waste your money, rent Dawn of the Dead!