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Plaga Zombie: American Invasion

Plaga Zombie: American Invasion (2021)

Oct 16, 2021 1h 45m Horror Action Comedy

In 1997, an Alien race attempted an invasion in a small city of Argentina by fertilizing the human population turning them into blood thirsty zombies. The plan almost worked until 3 unlikely heroes emerged, battling back the zombies, and ultimately destroying the Alien mother ship. Now, 16 years later, the Aliens are back to their old tricks. Their target this time around is America. The city of New Bedford, Massachusetts is quickly overrun by the alien zombie infestation.

Directed by Garry Medeiros

Cast

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Ben Tolosa

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Matthew G. Hill

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Corey Spencer

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Walter Rivero

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Hernán Sáez
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Hernán Sáez

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Pablo Parés
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Pablo Parés

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Berta Muñiz
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Berta Muñiz

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Walter Cornás
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Walter Cornás

as Skateboarder

Crew

Director
  • Garry Medeiros
Writer
  • Garry Medeiros

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Thematic Analysis

This Horror/Action/Comedy film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Plaga Zombie: American Invasion presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.

Director Garry Medeiros brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 2021, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of Plaga Zombie: American Invasion took approximately 20 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 105 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 125 minutes long.
  • The screenplay went through 10 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
  • The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
  • Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.

Historical Context

  • In 2021, when this film is released:
  • Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
  • The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
  • Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: October 16, 2021
  • Runtime: 1h 45m

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