Ziam

This film is set in Thailand where it has become overcome with a hunger brought on by a civil unrest and subsequent riots; but the new food brought in to curve this. A fish that almost reminds me of puffer fish that kills a man and turns him in a hospital, a hospital that main character ram is working as a doctor in. Her boyfriend ziam then spends the movie trying to find and save her in this hospital, before the government demolishes the building to keep the virus in. Action was good and the martial arts fighting was cool to see. Decent enough plot there has not been a lot of zombie films mostly set in hospital and overall its nice to see others having a go at the genre.

If you've seen a few zombie movies, you've basically seen this one too. The storyline unfolds exactly as you'd expect, no twists, no surprises, just a rinse-and-repeat of every cliché in the genre. The characters lacked depth and emotional weight, making it hard to connect or care about their fate. Cinematography was passable, but it couldn't save the film from feeling flat.

The zombies? Same old groans, and definitely not scary. The action scenes fell flat, fragile and uninspired, with no real impact or intensity.

Overall, it felt like a missed opportunity to bring something fresh or intense to the table.

I recently watched on Netflix and, to be honest, I was hoping for at least a slight twist or some fresh take on the zombie genre. Unfortunately, the film didn't deliver on that front.

The story revolves around a male lead with martial arts skills, and the plot mostly follows his encounters and fights with the infected. While this setup could have been exciting, the movie felt flat. There was very little character development, no emotional depth, and surprisingly - no romance or relationship arcs to give the characters more dimension. It left me wondering what the character was really fighting for.

One of the biggest letdowns for me was the lack of world-building. There was no clear explanation of how the outbreak started, what caused it, or what the broader stakes were. The movie is quite short, and it ends abruptly without much resolution or hint of what lies ahead. It felt more like a prolonged action sequence than a fully developed story.

If you're looking for meaningful plot, emotional weight, or even inventive action scenes - this one might not meet your expectations. The fights were passable but not particularly unique or memorable.

Honestly, I didn't like this one much. The story felt chaotic and disconnected, like the filmmakers didn't have a clear vision. Scenes jumped around without much logic, and characters didn't feel developed or meaningful. There were moments where I thought it might get better, but it never really did. The pacing was inconsistent, and the overall structure lacked coherence. It felt like a mix of ideas thrown together without direction. While there was some effort in visuals and certain scenes had potential, the film just didn't land for me. It left me confused and frustrated more than entertained, which made it hard to stay engaged. Overall, a disappointing watch that missed the mark.

"Ziam" delivers an interesting blend of zombie horror and Muay Thai action - a fresh take for the genre that's visually compelling, but ultimately let down by its undercooked story.

Set in a dystopian Bangkok plagued by a viral outbreak, the film follows Singh, a retired Muay Thai fighter who must battle hordes of the infected with nothing but his fists to save his girlfriend and a young child from a hospital under siege. The setting is the film's strongest asset: gritty, claustrophobic hospital corridors lit in harsh tones that amplify the tension. The action is intense and well-choreographed, relying heavily on practical effects rather than CGI, which gives the fights a brutal, visceral edge.

Mark Prin delivers a convincing performance as the determined fighter, and the physical demands of the role are clearly met. The zombie makeup is also commendable, enhancing the sense of danger in every close-quarter brawl.

However, where Ziam falters is in its narrative. The plot feels rushed and occasionally nonsensical. Characters make illogical decisions, emotional arcs are forced, and key moments lack the build-up needed to make them truly impactful. It asks for a lot of suspension of disbelief - and not in a good way. The backstory is thin, and while there are attempts at emotional depth, they often fall flat due to underdevelopment.

In short, Ziam is entertaining if you're in the mood for zombie mayhem and martial arts, but don't expect a story that holds up under scrutiny. A great concept with uneven execution.