We've had movies about romance, comedy, and zombies. It must have been an interesting night when Adam William Cahill pitched a ZomRomCom to his friends.
Originally conceived and filmed as a short, Cahill and co. Felt there was much more to tell and the story was expanded to the full length feature we see today.
So does it tick the boxes?
Zombies - There's certainly your classic (in terms of looks and lumbering movement) movie zombies here, many of the standard movie zombie tropes are covered, although with one twist that I won't reveal here.
Romance - That's covered too, mostly in flashbacks as the main protagonists reunite after a period of separation.
Comedy - It's pervasive throughout with Tadhg Devery as "Chi" and Luke Collins as "Jay" playing off each other wonderfully. Devery picking up numerous nomination and two awards are a testament to this. The comedy is "low-key" and relatable rather than over-the-top belly laughs and pratfalls and works so well in this setting.
For a first time full-length feature Cahill, as writer / director / producer / probably made the tea too, is certainly a talent to look out for. The fact that this movie has been such a hit around the world at festivals is a testament to his, and the full cast & crew's dedication to the project.
I won't give anything away about the plot, you REALLY HAVE TO SEE THIS MOVIE.
Originally conceived and filmed as a short, Cahill and co. Felt there was much more to tell and the story was expanded to the full length feature we see today.
So does it tick the boxes?
Zombies - There's certainly your classic (in terms of looks and lumbering movement) movie zombies here, many of the standard movie zombie tropes are covered, although with one twist that I won't reveal here.
Romance - That's covered too, mostly in flashbacks as the main protagonists reunite after a period of separation.
Comedy - It's pervasive throughout with Tadhg Devery as "Chi" and Luke Collins as "Jay" playing off each other wonderfully. Devery picking up numerous nomination and two awards are a testament to this. The comedy is "low-key" and relatable rather than over-the-top belly laughs and pratfalls and works so well in this setting.
For a first time full-length feature Cahill, as writer / director / producer / probably made the tea too, is certainly a talent to look out for. The fact that this movie has been such a hit around the world at festivals is a testament to his, and the full cast & crew's dedication to the project.
I won't give anything away about the plot, you REALLY HAVE TO SEE THIS MOVIE.