Land of the Dead

2005

"Survival is just the beginning of the end."

Also known as: 🇬🇧 EN: Dead Reckoning^? 🇪🇸 ES: La Tierra de los Muertos Vivientes^? 🇫🇷 FR: Land of the dead (le territoire des morts)^? 🇨🇳 ZH: 活尸禁区^? 🇷🇴 RO: Tărâmul morții All international titles (15) →

Thriller Science Fiction Horror 93 min 6.2/10

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Land of the Dead is a movie released in 2005.

Land of the Dead is a 2005 film that blends elements of thriller, science fiction, and horror, marking a significant entry in George A. Romero's body of work. Set in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by zombies, the film explores themes of survival, class struggle, and the human condition amidst chaos. The narrative unfolds in a fortified city where the living seek refuge from the undead, highlighting the stark contrasts between the privileged elite and the struggling masses. The atmosphere of Land of the Dead is both tense and gritty, encapsulating the fear and desperation faced by its characters. The film features a diverse cast, including John Leguizamo, Dennis Hopper, Asia Argento, and Robert Joy, who navigate a landscape filled with danger and moral dilemmas. Romero's signature social commentary is woven throughout the story, prompting viewers to reflect on societal issues while being immersed in a horror experience that is both thrilling and thought-provoking.

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category	Level	Indicator
Violence	4/5
Sexual Content	1/5
Language	2/5
Drugs / Alcohol	1/5
Frightening Elements	5/5

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Violence

The film contains intense violence, including graphic depictions of zombie attacks and combat scenes, which may be distressing to some viewers.

Sexual Content

There are minimal sexual references and suggestive situations, but no explicit sexual content is shown.

Language

The film includes mild profanity and some strong language, which may not be suitable for younger audiences.

Drugs / Alcohol

There are brief depictions of alcohol consumption, but it is not a central theme in the film.

Frightening Elements

The film is highly frightening, featuring numerous scenes of horror elements, including terrifying zombies and suspenseful situations.

Summary for parents:

This film is a horror thriller that explores themes of survival in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by zombies. Due to its intense violence and frightening elements, it is recommended for audiences aged 13 and older.

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Connections with other movies

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Box Office

Budget: $15,000,000

Revenue: $47,074,133

Profit $32,074,133

ROI +213.8% (3.1x)

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Land of the Dead is directed by George A. Romero .

Cast of Land of the Dead

Simon Baker

Riley

John Leguizamo

Cholo

Dennis Hopper

Kaufman

Asia Argento

Slack

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Directors

George A. Romero

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Keywords

#dystopia 119 #zombie 40 #zombie apocalypse 11 #cage 2 #apocalyptic vision 2

Production Companies

Universal Pictures

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Trivia & Fun Facts about Land of the Dead

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• The film was shot primarily in Toronto, Canada, which provided a mix of urban and rural settings to depict a post-apocalyptic world.

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• The character of Cholo, played by John Leguizamo, was originally intended to be a more comic relief figure, but as the film developed, his character took on a darker tone.

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• The movie features a cameo by a zombie resembling a character from Romero's earlier film 'Dawn of the Dead', creating a visual connection between the two films.

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• During a scene where a character is splashed with blood, the blood effect malfunctioned, leading to an unplanned reaction from the actor, which was ultimately kept in the film.

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• Asia Argento's character, Slack, was written specifically for her after Romero was impressed by her performance in 'The Heart Is Deceitful Above All Things'.

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• The film's score was composed by Reinhold Heil and Johnny Klimek, who had previously collaborated with the directors on other projects, contributing to a consistent thematic sound across their works.

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