Shaun of the Dead (UK/France, 2004)

After finally deciding to put his life in order and win his girlfriend back, Shaun (Simon Pegg) has to deal with the more pressing matter of zombies.

Zombie comedy at its best. Though it might not satisfy the gore fans, Shaun of the Dead tackles the zombie genre in a fashion that reflects today’s everydayl life. It takes Shaun quite a while to notice the undead, even though they are all around him. The movie gives us an image of people living like zombies, and the transition to being actually undead does not change their behavior much. Except maybe for the acquired tasted for human flesh, which comes gradually as Shaun begins to notice the zombies themselves.

Well made, with all the classic elements of the zombie genre and in bonus : believable acting ! Good British deadpan humor that does not go over the top. It is a very well achieved blend. Not to be missed.