Cargo
Netflix | Release Date (Streaming): May 18, 2018
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GrantD243May 31, 2018
Cargo is one of the first Netflix distributed films that I've actually enjoyed. It is a pretty paint by numbers zombie film, but there is the twist that instead of the main character looking for a cure, or just trying to survive, he has toCargo is one of the first Netflix distributed films that I've actually enjoyed. It is a pretty paint by numbers zombie film, but there is the twist that instead of the main character looking for a cure, or just trying to survive, he has to try and secure a new home for his daughter before his infection kills him (and then turns him into a zombie). Martin Freeman is great as always and Simone Landers (who plays the young tribal girl) was surprisingly good. The problem I have with this film is that nothing about it is particularly great. It's just...okay. Also, for a film that's not much longer than 100 minutes, the story has some real slow points where I started to lose some interest...but then the final act brought me back. Overall, Cargo is a perfectly "okay" film, it just doesn't stand out in any specific way.… Expand
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justwibiOct 30, 2018
lead with terrific performance by Martin Freeman. the premise is very very interesting. but i think,,, Cargo works 100 percent in short film only.
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GBG_JasonMay 27, 2018
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Thanks to the success of The Walking Dead, we've been inundated with zombie movies the past few years. We've gotten movies with slow zombies, fast zombies, stripper zombies; the list goes on and on. While there are many examples of great films that feature the lumbering walking dead, many fall flat due to the market’s oversaturation. In order to be successful nowadays, the film needs to have something to set it apart from the cookie cutter format, which the newly released Cargo does damn well. Based on the short film of the same name, which you can view on YouTube here, the feature length film follows Andy, played by Martin Freeman (The Hobbit, Sherlock) who is trying to keep his wife and daughter safe during a zombie outbreak in the Australian wilderness.

The film begins an unknown time after the outbreak took place, with the family taking shelter in a houseboat. Running low on supplies, the parents take turns scavenging wherever they can to feed the family. After a poor decision resulting in the mother being bitten, causing her to attack Andy, he is left with 48 hours to find someone or some place to safely leave his baby daughter. Along his journey, he comes across a staggering number of other survivors in a short amount of time - some are friendly and empathetic to his situation while others are more sadistic. Much like The Walking Dead, the zombies prove to be much less of a threat than the other survivors.

The zombies featured in the film are fairly unique, albeit a bit dumb at times, even by zombie standards. The film’s version of the disease turns the victim into a mindless creature that appears to be prone to what appears to be seizures and slamming their heads into walls, as well as taking on the appearance of someone who violently face planted into a bee hive, with chunks of who knows what and a thick honey-like goo leaking from their eyes. The results are simply terrifying, despite most of the violence and gore taking place tastefully off screen or out of focus.

Since we know of Andy's inevitable fate, there is a true sense of dread that lingers throughout most of the film. Since we know early into the film that his ending will not be a happy one, most viewers will hold out hope that his daughter will find safe haven. This makes every set back even more devastating. Keeping in mind the child is a baby, who could go into a random screaming fit at any time, you'll likely be on the edge of your seat throughout. I found it mildly hilarious that he was able to find a sitter multiple times throughout the movie while he went out performing various tasks during the zombie apocalypse; meanwhile, I am begging people to watch my kid so I can go out to a movie. I'd make another The Walking Dead comparison here, but I think I am beating that into the ground.

The biggest issue with the story is the cheesy villain, who holds almost comic book super villain aspirations. While others are seeking out food and essentials for survival, he's hunting the zombies for their valuables, hoarding items and non-essential supplies. This is coupled with an obvious physical trait makes it fairly easy to avoid him, which I will withhold to avoid spoilers. He doesn't hold a candle to any of The Walking Dead's rogue gallery. And that’s counting the stupid emo kid who ate people and lasted half of a season.

While there are a number of zombie flicks you can devote your time too, Cargo is well worth the time invested. It does not reinvent the genre the way The Dawn of the Dead remake or 28 Days Later did, but it does add something different to the genre.… Expand
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7
SoulWarfareJul 2, 2018
The movie tries to do something different with the zombie genre and it tries to execute an more emotional story rather than a bloody one. It mostly succeeds in making us care about his journey but there are some silly moments within the filmThe movie tries to do something different with the zombie genre and it tries to execute an more emotional story rather than a bloody one. It mostly succeeds in making us care about his journey but there are some silly moments within the film and it can also feel really slow paced. The movie could've cut at least 10-20 minutes from the runtime.

Nevertheless, its an interesting film that is worth giving your time towards… Expand
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10
Noer97Oct 31, 2020
What an amazing movie. It's so sad.
Everything about this movie is remarkable!
Specially Freeman's acting skills
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8
SamComedianMar 4, 2019
Cargo, una película de Netflix protagonizada por Martin Freeman.
Me ha gustado bastante, no solo por el tema de los zombies, sino, por como enfocan las relaciones entre las personas y todo el pesar y la angustia durante el filme. BienCargo, una película de Netflix protagonizada por Martin Freeman.
Me ha gustado bastante, no solo por el tema de los zombies, sino, por como enfocan las relaciones entre las personas y todo el pesar y la angustia durante el filme. Bien interpretada, contiene una buena banda sonora. Con pocos medios han logrado hacer una buena película.
Mi nota es de 8 sobre 10. Mi decimoctava critica u/o review de la sección de Movies.… Expand
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7
RSBJul 13, 2019
A damn good movie movie but I wouldn’t call it a traditional horror because of the rarity of jump-scares. With a ending that got me a little tears eyed, it’s a movie definitely worth watching. Characters are well written with some clearlyA damn good movie movie but I wouldn’t call it a traditional horror because of the rarity of jump-scares. With a ending that got me a little tears eyed, it’s a movie definitely worth watching. Characters are well written with some clearly good acting. Superb… Expand
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7
MahmusSep 25, 2020
A massively underrated zombie movie with a great performance from Martin Freeman.

It suffers from some weird editing at times and a not very original plot, but it's just the kind of zombie movie I like. Some elements of the plot don't workA massively underrated zombie movie with a great performance from Martin Freeman.

It suffers from some weird editing at times and a not very original plot, but it's just the kind of zombie movie I like.

Some elements of the plot don't work quite as well as others, but I still appreciate it for trying.

Will it leave any lasting impression in me? Probably not, but it's great to see a geniunely good zombie film once in a while.

This is the second best zombie movie with Martin Freeman in it.… Expand
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10
AnthonyalbSep 25, 2020
Muito bom extremamente profundo e realista muito bom você deve assistir ótimo
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geewahJan 4, 2021
One of the more underrated zombie movies made in recent years. A movie with heart which is rare in this genre.
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Gamzguy17Aug 21, 2021
The first third of this film is where its Achilles' heel lies due to the awfully predictable setup and little promises in something endearing or clever, but give it some time and 'Cargo' does reveal its endearing narrative and cleverThe first third of this film is where its Achilles' heel lies due to the awfully predictable setup and little promises in something endearing or clever, but give it some time and 'Cargo' does reveal its endearing narrative and clever characters who work well off one another in telling a different and solid zombie story. Praise to Martin Freeman in successfully tackling his most serious and intense performance to date.… Expand
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PhytomJan 22, 2023
One of the best movies I've ever seen. I don't get emotional that easily, but the ending of Cargo was the most emotional moment I've ever had watching a movie.
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