Daisy Ridley Brings Emotional Depth to Zombie Thriller We Bury the Dead
Zombie movies have never really died, and Australian director Zak Hilditch's latest attempt, We Bury the Dead, is no exception. The film, which premiered at SXSW, takes a unique approach by focusing on grief rather than gore. Ridley stars as Ava, a woman who travels to Tasmania to help with body retrieval after her husband's accidental death in a US government blunder.
As Ava navigates the treacherous landscape of Tasmania, she forms an unlikely alliance with Clay (Brenton Thwaites), a brusque rule-breaker with a troubled past. The pair soon discover that some of the dead have begun to wake up, and their mission becomes one of survival.
While We Bury the Dead may not be a revolutionary take on the zombie genre, Ridley's performance brings much-needed emotional depth to the film. Her portrayal of Ava's anguish and despair is nuanced and captivating, making it easy to become invested in her quest to find her husband's body.
Ridley's co-star, Thwaites, also delivers a solid performance as Clay, bringing a sense of rugged charm to the role. The chemistry between the two leads is undeniable, making their partnership feel genuine and heartfelt.
Visually, the film is stunning, with breathtaking shots of Tasmania's natural beauty that belie the horror elements. Hilditch's direction is confident, if not always consistent, and the pacing feels well-balanced.
While We Bury the Dead may not break new ground in terms of storytelling, it's a solid effort that brings a fresh perspective to the zombie genre. With Ridley's strong performance at its center, this film is definitely worth checking out for fans of emotional, character-driven horror.
We Bury the Dead is now playing in cinemas in the US and will be released on February 5th in Australia, with rental options available digitally in the UK.
Zombie movies have never really died, and Australian director Zak Hilditch's latest attempt, We Bury the Dead, is no exception. The film, which premiered at SXSW, takes a unique approach by focusing on grief rather than gore. Ridley stars as Ava, a woman who travels to Tasmania to help with body retrieval after her husband's accidental death in a US government blunder.
As Ava navigates the treacherous landscape of Tasmania, she forms an unlikely alliance with Clay (Brenton Thwaites), a brusque rule-breaker with a troubled past. The pair soon discover that some of the dead have begun to wake up, and their mission becomes one of survival.
While We Bury the Dead may not be a revolutionary take on the zombie genre, Ridley's performance brings much-needed emotional depth to the film. Her portrayal of Ava's anguish and despair is nuanced and captivating, making it easy to become invested in her quest to find her husband's body.
Ridley's co-star, Thwaites, also delivers a solid performance as Clay, bringing a sense of rugged charm to the role. The chemistry between the two leads is undeniable, making their partnership feel genuine and heartfelt.
Visually, the film is stunning, with breathtaking shots of Tasmania's natural beauty that belie the horror elements. Hilditch's direction is confident, if not always consistent, and the pacing feels well-balanced.
While We Bury the Dead may not break new ground in terms of storytelling, it's a solid effort that brings a fresh perspective to the zombie genre. With Ridley's strong performance at its center, this film is definitely worth checking out for fans of emotional, character-driven horror.
We Bury the Dead is now playing in cinemas in the US and will be released on February 5th in Australia, with rental options available digitally in the UK.
she really brings Ava to life, you know? 
her emotions are so real, it's like you're right there with her. 
I also love how Clay and Ava bond over their shared pain. 
the chemistry between them is undeniable. 
Tasmania looks gorgeous on screen too, it's like a whole new world! 
it's like she's searching for answers in this crazy world. 
Zak Hilditch knows how to build tension, keep you on the edge of your seat. 
just wish some parts felt a bit more... cohesive? 
yessss, I'm totally down for that! 
Daisy Ridley's face when she finds her hubby's body 
*GIF of a zombie apocalypse*
*Meme of a person struggling with responsibilities*
*GIF of a beautiful island landscape*
*Meme of a ruggedly handsome man*
The film's not terrible, I guess... I mean, Daisy Ridley does bring some depth to her character, but Brenton Thwaites feels like he's just phoning it in. 
And don't even get me started on the zombies – they're just kinda there, doing their zombie thing... 
but what really matters is the emotional depth he brings to the film, it's not just about gore & zombies, it's about people. 
so yeah, def worth checking out! 
She brings this depth to her character Ava that makes you actually care about what happens to her. I mean, it's not just another zombie flick where everyone's just running around screaming and kicking people 
. The way she conveys grief and desperation is so raw and relatable. And Brenton Thwaites as Clay? He's perfect for the role - rugged, charming, and totally believable as a guy who's trying to survive in this crazy world 
. She brings this amazing emotional depth to Ava, making her feel like a fully fleshed out person rather than just a character. The way she conveys grief and anguish is so raw and relatable, it's like you're right there with her on that journey. And Brenton Thwaites does a great job as Clay too - their chemistry on screen is undeniable 
I'm so over the zombie genre, it's just been done to death (pun intended). And another movie that tries to mix things up by adding "grief" as a twist? Please 
We Bury the Dead is just another example of the same old tired formulas. I mean, how many times can we watch people run away from zombies before it gets old? 
also, tasmans natural beauty in this movie is straight fire 
. She's always been talented, but here she brings this depth to her character Ava that just makes you feel like you're right there with her on that emotional journey. And I love how she plays the tough-guy Clay's daughter too 
It might not be a game-changer for the zombie genre, but it's a fun watch and I'm all about that emotional horror vibe 
.