Cast
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Iñaki Godoy
as Tavo
Marcelo Barcelo
as Cronos
Vincent Michael Webb
as Johnny
Alejandro Puente
as Deivid
Sara Maldonado
as Sara
Isabella Camil
as Mamá Rex
Mayra Batalla
as Mamá Tavo
Bárbara de Regil
as Jefa Vargas
Daniel Tovar
as Lalo
Roberta Damián
as Ana
Ricardo Polanco
as Runner
Alejandro Cuétara
as Papá de Netaflix
Pascacio López
as Matón tatuado
Mario Alberto Monroy
as Vigilante
Anna Ciocchetti
as Mujer elegante
Crew
Director
- Chava Cartas
Writer
- Luis Gamboa
- Santiago Limón
Producer
- Ruth Cherem Daniel
- Concepción Taboada
- Francisco González Compeán
Reviews
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. MexZombies presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Chava Cartas 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 2022, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its critical acclaim reflects its artistic achievements and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of MexZombies took approximately 32 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 93 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 150 minutes long.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 5 weeks before filming began.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 3 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 2022, when this film is released:
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- Climate change mitigation had become a central policy concern internationally.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 26, 2022
- Runtime: 1h 33m
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