Thursday Movie Picks: Zombie Movies

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This is my first time participating in Wandering Through The Shelve's weekly series. The idea is to talk about three films that fit into the weekly theme. This week is zombie movies, so here are my favorites.

 1) Dawn of the Dead (2004)

 It's rare that a horror remake is better than the original, but I think this one absolutely is. It found a good balance of humor, gore, and just being generally interesting. 

 2) Zombieland

 I love the cast in this one. Plus, when I first saw this in theaters, it was one that served alcohol during the show, and that just enhanced the whole experience. 

 3) Shaun of the Dead

 I have yet to meet someone that doesn't like this film. This is a parody done right. 

Comments

  1. Wendell OttleyOctober 9, 2014 at 9:24 AM

    Strangely, I haven't seen Dawn of the Dead. I need to di that. Love the other two, though. Great choices.

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    1. Brittani BurnhamOctober 9, 2014 at 10:01 AM

      Thanks! Dawn of the Dead is awesome. A lot better than the original too.

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  2. AnonymousOctober 9, 2014 at 12:20 PM

    I haven't seen Dawn of the Dead either (i know i know), but damn that animated gif!!!!!

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    1. Brittani BurnhamOctober 9, 2014 at 2:47 PM

      lol. I had an even crazier one on there first, but the link kept breaking.

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  3. thevoid99October 9, 2014 at 7:54 PM

    If there is anyone who doesn't like Shaun of the Dead, that person shall be getting the AW-YEAH BOY bitch-slap courtesy of Nick Frost.

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  4. Big Screen Small WordsOctober 9, 2014 at 9:34 PM

    I haven't seen Dawn of the Dead, but awesome choices!

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  5. WandererOctober 10, 2014 at 4:57 AM

    Haven't seen the original Dawn of the Dead though so can't compare but I do like the remake. I'd like to watch the original someday. Great picks with the rest as well...some of the best the genre has to offer.
    Wandering through the Shelves

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    1. Brittani BurnhamOctober 10, 2014 at 9:43 AM

      I think both the original Dawn and Night of the Living Dead are pretty terrible. They didn't age well. Thanks for hosting!

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  6. UnknownOctober 10, 2014 at 5:16 AM

    Hi guys!! I never had seen even single movie like that but I am crazy to see such types of movies. So can you suggest me your latest favorite zombie movies ?

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    1. Brittani BurnhamOctober 10, 2014 at 9:44 AM

      You should check out Wander's main page, he has everyone that participated linked there. Thanks for reading!

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  7. UnknownOctober 10, 2014 at 7:57 PM

    I love Zombieland and Shaun of the Dead. :-)

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  8. s.October 11, 2014 at 2:15 PM

    Dawn of the Dead was one of the better remakes I've seen, also one of the most frightening endings. Zombieland was so-so for me but Harrelson really made it worth seeing

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  9. UnknownOctober 27, 2014 at 2:40 PM

    Those movies are definitely full of blood, gore and entertainment. Others might find them gruesome, but their plots will really keep you from turning your monitor off. Anyway, I’m looking forward to reading about more interesting movies in your future posts. Have a great day, Brittani! :)

    Simon Walker @ The ViewLorium

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  10. JoshDecember 2, 2014 at 2:17 PM

    Perfect list! Love these zombie flicks.

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