Daisy Ridley Delivers a Haunting Performance in 'We Bury the Dead'
In this understated zombie thriller, Daisy Ridley proves once again that she's more than just a face from her Star Wars days. As Ava, a grieving widow searching for her husband in post-apocalyptic Tasmania, Ridley delivers a heart-wrenching performance that elevates this film above its undead horde.
The story begins with a catastrophic accident involving a US government blunder, killing half a million people in Tasmania. Among the dead is Ava's travelling husband, and she joins a team of volunteers to help with body retrieval, hoping to find his body amidst the chaos. Alongside her is brusque rule-breaker Clay (Brenton Thwaites), who agrees to join her on a perilous journey into uncharted territory.
As they navigate the treacherous landscape, Ridley's Ava remains focused on finding her husband, but she soon discovers that some of the dead are starting to wake up. The undead are more of a curiosity than a threat, and the film's tone is more contemplative than terrifying.
Ridley shines in this emotional drama, conveying the depth of grief and desperation through her facial expressions and body language. Her physicality is as impressive as her acting chops, making Ava a compelling and relatable protagonist.
However, the film's visuals and pacing are not without their flaws. Director Zak Hilditch struggles to find a consistent tone, veering wildly between moments of introspection and more conventional zombie action. The finale is underwhelming, but it's clear that Ridley's performance holds the film together.
Ultimately, 'We Bury the Dead' is a solid addition to the zombie genre, one that prioritizes character development over gory thrills. With Ridley at its helm, this film may not break new ground, but it's a welcome respite from the usual undead fare. If you're looking for a thoughtful and emotionally charged zombie movie, look no further.
The film is now available in cinemas in the US and to rent digitally in the UK, with an Australian release scheduled for February 5th.
In this understated zombie thriller, Daisy Ridley proves once again that she's more than just a face from her Star Wars days. As Ava, a grieving widow searching for her husband in post-apocalyptic Tasmania, Ridley delivers a heart-wrenching performance that elevates this film above its undead horde.
The story begins with a catastrophic accident involving a US government blunder, killing half a million people in Tasmania. Among the dead is Ava's travelling husband, and she joins a team of volunteers to help with body retrieval, hoping to find his body amidst the chaos. Alongside her is brusque rule-breaker Clay (Brenton Thwaites), who agrees to join her on a perilous journey into uncharted territory.
As they navigate the treacherous landscape, Ridley's Ava remains focused on finding her husband, but she soon discovers that some of the dead are starting to wake up. The undead are more of a curiosity than a threat, and the film's tone is more contemplative than terrifying.
Ridley shines in this emotional drama, conveying the depth of grief and desperation through her facial expressions and body language. Her physicality is as impressive as her acting chops, making Ava a compelling and relatable protagonist.
However, the film's visuals and pacing are not without their flaws. Director Zak Hilditch struggles to find a consistent tone, veering wildly between moments of introspection and more conventional zombie action. The finale is underwhelming, but it's clear that Ridley's performance holds the film together.
Ultimately, 'We Bury the Dead' is a solid addition to the zombie genre, one that prioritizes character development over gory thrills. With Ridley at its helm, this film may not break new ground, but it's a welcome respite from the usual undead fare. If you're looking for a thoughtful and emotionally charged zombie movie, look no further.
The film is now available in cinemas in the US and to rent digitally in the UK, with an Australian release scheduled for February 5th.
it's more like a character study of grief & loss 
daisy ridley is literally giving me life as ava 
her performance is so nuanced & emotional, i feel like i'm right there with her in the post-apocalyptic tasmania 
anyway, 1st zombie movie that made me actually care about the undead 
the visuals r a bit messy, but that's kinda intentional, right? director zak hilditch is tryin to make a point about how we handle trauma & mortality 
and i think he succeeds, flaws & all 
it's got daisy ridley who's literally amazing as a grieving widow searching for her husband in a post-apocalyptic world 
she conveys so much emotion through facial expressions and body language, makes u feel like u r right there with her 
it focuses more on character development than gory thrills, which is actually pretty refreshing 
. shes not just actin as a damsel in distress or whatever, shes got depth to her character and conveys emotion thru facial expressions & body language 
. its like she's tryin to find this husband but also dealin with the fact that hes gone 
. director zak hiditch could've done a better job with pacing & visuals lol 
but hey, ridley makes it work 
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. so yeah, go watch it 
her character's grief and desperation are so palpable, you can feel every beat of her heart 
the visuals could've been better tho, but like, who needs gore when you have emotional depth? 
brenton thwaites is a great addition to the cast too, and that finale... i won't lie, it kinda fell flat for me 
The film's not perfect, but she carries it to life 
. Daisy Ridley is awesome as always, she brings this level of depth to her character that makes you wanna invest in her story. And I loved how the film focuses on Ava's emotional journey more than just the undead chaos 
, but overall, I think 'We Bury the Dead' is a solid addition to the zombie genre. And with Ridley's standout performance, it's definitely worth checking out 
She brings so much depth and emotion to her character Ava, it's hard not to feel her pain and desperation. The film's tone is really interesting, it's like a mix of psychological thriller and emotional drama, which makes it super relatable. 
I'm kinda surprised by how well Daisy Ridley's performance holds up her "Star Wars" rep. 
However, did you know that the film's production budget was only $2 million? 
That's a tiny fraction of what some big-budget zombie movies throw around! 
On a more interesting note, here's a chart 
showing the average global box office gross for each month in 2024: * Jan: $3.5B * Feb: $3.8B * Mar: $3.2B * Apr: $3.9B * May: $4.1B * Jun: $3.6B * Jul: $4.0B * Aug: $3.9B * Sep: $3.7B * Oct: $4.2B * Nov: $3.5B * Dec: $3.8B
. I love how the film focuses on character development over jump scares 
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And yeah, the visuals could've been done better, but that's just part of the process right? Zak Hilditch is trying his best here 
. It's great that 'We Bury the Dead' tries something different and focuses on character instead of just gore 
. It may not break any new ground, but it's a thoughtful and emotionally charged take on the zombie genre. And if you're looking for something that'll make you feel all the feels, then this is the one 
. But at the same time, I felt like the film didn't quite live up to its full potential 
. The finale was pretty underwhelming too 
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I just watched We Bury the Dead and I gotta say, Daisy Ridley's performance is OUT OF THIS WORLD 
! She totally owns that role as Ava, conveying all this emotional depth without even saying a word 
. The movie itself isn't perfect, but her acting makes it a must-watch for me 
. I'd def recommend it to anyone looking for something more than just your run-of-the-mill zombie flick 
can't wait to see what she does next in her career 
! She totally owns that role of Ava, conveying so much emotion through her face and body language 
. But, I gotta say, I'm a bit disappointed by the pacing issues and inconsistent tone... still, I'd def give it 4/5 stars 
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