What Still Remains

I have learned over the years that any time I see a review or reviews that continuously name the director and how great he is the red flag will now go up for me. Family, friends, production crew, all are told to hype the movie to get sales (and make sure you mention the director). Run away and save your money.

This film reminded me of a value meal at a fast food restaurant. It looks good for a low budget but leaves you feeling unsatisfied and wanting something with much more substance.

No seriously. This film is actually more entertaining in a way. It's a low budget suspense thriller which is delivered by a decent cast but it does hit a bunch of clichés, which you will - of course, see coming a mile away and that shows down the pace somewhat when you're just waiting for the obvious to be over and done with.

All in all though, I had fun with it even with the blobs of lazy writing.

So yeah, Walking dead sucks.

What Still Remains is well made, with a strong emphasis on character development and atmosphere. The post-apocalyptic world is convincingly portrayed, with a palpable sense of danger and uncertainty. The film also explores themes of faith, trust, and survival, and it does so in a way that is both thought-provoking and engaging.

One of the strengths of the film is the performances of the lead actors. Lulu Antariksa is excellent as Anna, portraying her character with a mixture of toughness and vulnerability. Colin O'Donoghue is also very good as Peter, bringing a sense of charm and charisma to his role.

However, while the film is well made, it does suffer from some pacing issues. The first half of the movie is slow, with not much happening in terms of plot. This may be off-putting for some viewers, but for those who stick with it, the film does pick up in the second half.

Overall, "What Still Remains" is a well-crafted post-apocalyptic thriller that explores themes of faith, trust, and survival. While it may not be for everyone, those who enjoy this type of film should find it to be an engaging and thought-provoking experience.

Lulu Antariksa is the lead here and she is very good. She lives alone in a cabin and is self sufficient. Along comes a man who claims to lead a community of good people. It turns out to be a group of religious fanatics with overtones of A Handmaid's Tale. This material has been done better before in 1984 and Handmaid's Tale. It is worth watching for the performance of the lead actress. She should have a bright future. A 6.5/7