Silent Zone

Silent Zone is a solid movie. My only gripe is a few slow parts. It's not a high budget movie but they did good for whatever amount they had to work with. Some of the other reviews are unjustly harsh. A 4, 5 or 6 star rating is correct for this one anything higher or lower is unfair. Except for a few slow parts it was quite entertaining and holds your attention. I liked how the zombies were able to "think" to a degree. It gave a nice twist on the zombie genre. The acting is not exceptional by any means but it is passable except for a couple moments of cringy acting. I probably wouldn't watch a second time but I do not regret watching once.

Everything that needs to be in a film of this genre is present in Silent Zone: a simple plot, intense action, hordes of the undead, and a mad scientist.

However: The acting is bad, the dialogue is dull, and the fight scenes are so poorly executed that I actually laughed out loud at times. The director clearly didn't have an armorer on set. The way the actors handle firearms is comical, and the amount of muzzle flash is ridiculously unrealistic. The tension of traveling through the remnants of civilization is nonexistent. The characters don't fit together, they are underdeveloped, and they left no impression on me.

To sum up: The framework of this film could serve as a starting point for writing a script for any movie in this genre. Silent Zone is a failure only because it didn't have enough funding.

I can't even believe that I paid $5 for this movie. The fights are terrible, the "bleeding" is even worse, and the acting is really bad!! The make-up is really bad too...one part in the beginning was a woman who got bit on the face and it looked like she dipped her face in dirt or rocks. The availability of vehicles for the all too hurried escape time after time was really really bad. I get it that everyone wants to make the perfect zombie movie but it's ridiculous that the "hero" is some guy who blames and blames everyone else because something didn't go to plan as he would of liked. I love zombie movies but this one isn't good at all.

While I had indeed never heard about this 2025 zombie movie titled "Silent Zone", then given my love of all things zombie, of course I had to check it out, without the shadow of a doubt.

Writers Viktor Csák and Krisztián Illés put together a fair enough script. Sure, for a zombie movie, then it was somewhat generic. But it still proved entertaining nonetheless, so the movie did what it was supposed to do.

There wasn't a single familiar actor or actress on the cast list, which is actually something I do enjoy whenever I watch a movie. The acting performances in the movie were fair.

The snarling sounds that the infected, or zombies, made was just downright stupid. It just added a very unnecessary comedy element to the infected, and thus taking away from what was supposed to be scary.

Something that definitely was interesting in "Silent Zone" was that writers Viktor Csák and Krisztián Illés actually put in a small boy turning into an infected. That is usually something zombie movies tend to stay well clear of, so that was a nice touch.

However, the zombie make-up and effects left much to be desired. This was ultimately a low budget zombie movie and it showed. I wasn't particularly impressed with the effects in the movie. I've seen worse low budget zombie effects, of course, but the effects in "Silent Zone" were nothing to write home about.

Some of the music in the movie borrowed a bit too heavily from the iconic "28 Days Later" theme.

"Silent Zone", despite of having a title that made zero sense to the contents of the movie, was a watchable zombie movie, but nothing out of the ordinary. There are far better zombie movies out there.

My rating of director Peter Deak's 2025 zombie movie "Silent Zone" lands on a five out of ten stars.

This movie ventures into the familiar territory of post-apocalyptic, zombie-infested worlds, delivering a film that, while not groundbreaking, offers moments of genuine engagement.

The narrative centers on Cassius and Abigail, survivors navigating a world decimated by a zombie outbreak. Their routine existence is disrupted upon encountering a pregnant woman, propelling them into a perilous journey that tests their resilience and moral boundaries. This setup introduces compelling ethical dilemmas, adding depth to the otherwise standard plotline.

Matt Devere's portrayal of Cassius stands out, infusing the character with a stoic determination that resonates on screen. His performance adds a layer of gravitas to the film, elevating scenes that might have otherwise fallen flat.

Visually, "Silent Zone" makes effective use of its setting, capturing the desolation of a world overrun by the undead. The cinematography, while not particularly innovative, serves the story well, creating an atmosphere of tension and uncertainty.

However, the film is not without its shortcomings. The pacing is uneven, with certain sequences dragging on, potentially testing the viewer's patience. Additionally, while the characters are serviceable, they lack the depth that would make their struggles more impactful.

In conclusion, "Silent Zone" offers a familiar yet moderately engaging experience for fans of the zombie genre. It doesn't reinvent the wheel but provides enough moments of tension and solid performances to warrant a viewing.