“One Cut of the Dead” is a bloody and hilarious zombie horror-comedy. The movie follows a film crew making a low-budget zombie movie in an abandoned warehouse, who find themselves fighting off real zombies. The film’s first 37 minutes appear to be a single continuous take, but as the story unfolds, it becomes clear that everything may not be as it seems. As characters come and go, the movie delivers unexpected twists and turns, with its tongue firmly planted in its cheek.
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Review
In the world of horror movies, there is hardly anything new anymore. It’s all been done before, and it’s been done to death. But then comes along a movie like “One Cut of the Dead,” which not only manages to breathe new life into the genre but also completely turns it on its head in a way that nobody could have predicted.
At first glance, “One Cut of the Dead” seems like just another low-budget zombie flick. The movie follows a film crew as they attempt to make a zombie movie in one take, but things quickly start to go awry when real zombies show up and start attacking everyone on set. Except, that’s not really what the movie is about at all.
In reality, “One Cut of the Dead” is a masterclass in filmmaking. The first 37 minutes of the movie are shot entirely in one take, with no cuts or breaks. It’s an incredible feat of technical filmmaking and acting prowess that will leave you scratching your head wondering how they managed to pull it off.
But then things get even more interesting when you find out that everything you just watched was actually just part of a larger story. As the movie progresses, we learn that what we thought was real life was actually just the rehearsal for a bigger production, and everything we thought we knew about the characters and plot gets turned on its head.
It’s hard to explain just how mind-bendingly brilliant “One Cut of the Dead” really is without spoiling anything. Suffice it to say that this is one of those movies that you absolutely must watch for yourself in order to fully appreciate its genius.
Despite its low-budget roots (the entire film reportedly cost only $25,000 to make), “One Cut of the Dead” has become something of a cult favorite since its release. It’s easy to see why – this is a movie that rewards repeat viewings and deep analysis, as there are so many little details and Easter eggs hidden throughout that you’re unlikely to catch them all in just one viewing.
What’s most impressive about “One Cut of the Dead” is just how much heart it has. Filmmaker Shinichiro Ueda clearly poured his soul into this project, and it shows in every frame. This is a movie that celebrates the art of filmmaking, and the passion and dedication that goes into it.
It’s no surprise then that the movie has won numerous awards and accolades since its release. It took home the Audience Award at both the Tokyo International Film Festival and Fantastic Fest, and was also awarded Best Director at the Sitges Film Festival. It’s a testament to just how well-crafted this movie really is.
Of course, no discussion of “One Cut of the Dead” would be complete without mentioning its incredible cast of characters. From Higurashi’s over-the-top director to Harumi Shuhama’s scene-stealing performance as Chinatsu, there isn’t a weak link in this ensemble cast. Every actor brings their A-game to the table, making for an incredibly enjoyable viewing experience.
If you’re a fan of horror movies or just love a good twisty-turny plot, then “One Cut of the Dead” is an absolute must-watch. It’s not often that you come across a movie as clever and inventive as this one, so don’t miss out on your chance to experience something truly special.
Technical Data
- Runtime : 96
- Release : 2017-11-04
- Genre : Comedy, Horror
- Cast : Takayuki Hamatsu as Director Higurashi, Yuzuki Akiyama as Chinatsu, Kazuaki Nagaya as Kazuaki Kamiya, Harumi Shuhama as Nao, Mao as Mao Higurashi
- Crew : Takeshi Sone as Director of Photography, Koji Ichihashi as Producer, Kentarô Kodama as Associate Producer, Kôji Muta as Associate Producer, Kyle Nagai as Music
- Popularity 14.362
- Budget : $52,406
- Revenue : $27,590,180
- Company : Panpokopina, ENBU Seminar
- Summary : Things go badly for a hack director and film crew shooting a low-budget zombie movie in an abandoned Japanese World War II facility, when they are attacked by real zombies. Or, that’s what it says on the tin, but this is the story of how it really happened.
- Tagline : Don’t Stop Shooting!
