At only a smidgen under an hour, it is hard to truly sink your teeth into Rammbock. However, this zombie morsel from Germany still serves up some tasty treats.
The film is obviously made on a shoe-string budget, but still manages to convey a sense of claustrophobia and dread. This is primarily due to the apartment complex setting, where neighbors around a closed-in courtyard are connected.
What makes this film a little bit different is its focus on themes of love and loss and...oddly enough...how losing the love of your life may not be so bad, if an opportunity comes along when said life is through.
Adding to zombie lore in this film is their loathing of getting their close-up. Flash cameras drive the undead away. Also, in this incarnation, popping a sedative can delay the transformation.
Considering how quickly the epidemic arises, it's amazing that authorities were able to get out that last vital bit of information before all live communications stopped. However, it is also crucial to the way this story plays out.
The acting is also a bit sedated at times...well, actually, everybody is way too placid. However, the actors certainly are competent.
As for the abrupt ending. it does end quickly, but with flashes of the possibility that a sequel may be in the works....or maybe just a transition to a feature-length film when more money gets raised!
The film is obviously made on a shoe-string budget, but still manages to convey a sense of claustrophobia and dread. This is primarily due to the apartment complex setting, where neighbors around a closed-in courtyard are connected.
What makes this film a little bit different is its focus on themes of love and loss and...oddly enough...how losing the love of your life may not be so bad, if an opportunity comes along when said life is through.
Adding to zombie lore in this film is their loathing of getting their close-up. Flash cameras drive the undead away. Also, in this incarnation, popping a sedative can delay the transformation.
Considering how quickly the epidemic arises, it's amazing that authorities were able to get out that last vital bit of information before all live communications stopped. However, it is also crucial to the way this story plays out.
The acting is also a bit sedated at times...well, actually, everybody is way too placid. However, the actors certainly are competent.
As for the abrupt ending. it does end quickly, but with flashes of the possibility that a sequel may be in the works....or maybe just a transition to a feature-length film when more money gets raised!