#Alive

2020

1h 38m

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7.2/10

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As a grisly virus rampages a city, a lone man stays locked inside his apartment, digitally cut off from seeking help and desperate to find a way out.

Directors

Cho Il

Writers

Matt Naylor(screenplay by)

Cho Il(adaptation by)

Stars

Yoo Ah-in

Park Shin-hye

Lee Hyun-wook

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Oh Joon-woo

Kim Yoo-bin

Lee Sang-chul

Elena Kim

Joon-woo's Father

Joon-woo's Mother

Joon-woo's Sister

Masked Man

Masked Man's Wife

Police Officer

Firefighter

Security Guard Infectee

Lee Kyu-ho

Fat Infectee

Jang Ji-gun

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Yoo Yeon

Sweater Middle-Aged Woman

Jang Ui-don

Veranda Glass Door Man

Kim Hyun-woo

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Lee Seung-jin

SNS Man

Directors

Cho Il

Writers

Matt Naylor(screenplay by)

Cho Il(adaptation by)

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"#Alive" is a gripping and intense South Korean zombie movie directed by Il Cho and starring Yoo Ah-in and Park Shin-Hye. The film follows the story of a young man named Joon-woo (Yoo Ah-in) and a young woman named Yoo-bin (Park Shin-Hye) as they struggle to survive in their apartment complex during a zombie outbreak. The movie is filled with suspense and tension from beginning to end, with the zombies serving as a constant threat that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats. The pacing of the movie is expertly done, with a gradual buildup of tension that leads to several heart-stopping moments. One of the most impressive aspects of "#Alive" is the excellent acting by Yoo Ah-in and Park Shin-Hye. They both deliver powerful and nuanced performances, conveying a wide range of emotions as they battle both the zombies and their own inner demons. Their chemistry is palpable, and their relationship provides a sense of hope and humanity in an otherwise bleak and dangerous world. The movie's visual effects and cinematography are also top-notch, with realistic and gruesome depictions of the zombie outbreak. The film makes excellent use of sound and lighting, creating an eerie and foreboding atmosphere that enhances the suspense and terror. Another standout feature of "#Alive" is the way it explores themes of isolation, loneliness, and the human need for connection. Joon-woo and Yoo-bin are both isolated in their apartment complex, cut off from the outside world and unsure if anyone else is still alive. As they fight for their survival, they also struggle with feelings of loneliness and despair, highlighting the importance of human connection even in the face of a zombie apocalypse. Overall, "#Alive" is a thrilling and engaging zombie movie that offers a fresh take on the genre. The film's excellent acting, pacing, and visuals make for an intense and unforgettable experience. I would rate "#Alive" a 7 out of 10. Written and Reviewed by RSOliveira

RSOliveira10 Mar, 2023