Wyrmwood: Road of the Dead

IFC Films | Release Date: February 13, 2015

6.4	USER SCORE Generally favorable reviews based on 45 Ratings

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kuehnauAug 21, 2015

Wyrmwood should be given credit for original concepts and fair acting, beyond that, it's a stinker. What could have come off as a fairly decent, basic zombie flick, it begins to become stupid as the gasoline idea comes into play.

TheWyrmwood should be given credit for original concepts and fair acting, beyond that, it's a stinker. What could have come off as a fairly decent, basic zombie flick, it begins to become stupid as the gasoline idea comes into play.

The concept is, the zombies are using the chemical components, such as gasoline, as a energy source. They decide to show that, but putting a match out in a tin of gasoline, to show a highly flammable material has lost it's most important attribute.

I took several OSHA safety classes and we were taught that gasoline, as a liquid isn't flammable, the fumes they give off are. My teacher showed us this, by putting a match out in a tuna can filled with gasoline.

If that wasn't bad enough, they bring into play, an idea that the zombies are using the gas as a means of an energy source and only excrete fumes during the day, using it at night as a energy source.

Such a stupid concept, with such glaring issues can't be ignored. Australia, go home, you're drunk.… Expand

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manofthemoonFeb 15, 2015

Eventually you lose count of how many other films it's stealing from and just give up. Not as funny as it could have been and not as cute as it thinks it is. A stronger script rather than wanting to be cult could have resulted in a betterEventually you lose count of how many other films it's stealing from and just give up. Not as funny as it could have been and not as cute as it thinks it is. A stronger script rather than wanting to be cult could have resulted in a better film. At a time when Australian cinema is producing many gems, this isn't one of them.… Expand

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quincytheodoreFeb 25, 2015

Wyrmwood produces new oddities as well as a few comedy reliefs to not be clumped into average zombies movies which has plagued the cinema recently. Visually it uses a different grayish look, set in a more exotic rural Australia is a niceWyrmwood produces new oddities as well as a few comedy reliefs to not be clumped into average zombies movies which has plagued the cinema recently. Visually it uses a different grayish look, set in a more exotic rural Australia is a nice bonus. The budget doesn't seem too high and it does have some superficial plot twists, but the movie makes the best out of the clever script and its cast.

The story highlights mainly two siblings, Barry (Jay Gallagher) and Brooke (Bianca Bradey) as they struggle to deal with zombie apocalypse respectively. Barry is a father and husband who finds himself stranded on forest after fleeing their home, meanwhile Brooke has to fend off zombie and also shady military personnel. It has a rich cast, most of them despite being just supporting roles are quite memorable.

Gallagher as the male lead is broodingly angry at times. His ragtag newly found party gives him more flair. Bradey is attractive and bold, this is one of the cases of having a fitting actress that just looks the part. Acting is average, it may not impress marvelously and a couple of the characters do feel a bit forced, but they perform as their roles dictate.

Wyrmwood creates several new gimmicks to the conventional zombie theme, these are excellent in producing novel development. The plot benefits significantly from the script as it turns into much different narrative from the usual cliché that follows mindless zombie movies' rules.

However, there are some sketchy productions. Some scenes aren't edited smoothly which makes the transition a bit crude and unfortunately showcases zombie extra moving randomly. A bunch of plot devices and conveniences are set in awkward manner, for a simple example; armors and weapons are too easy to come by. Part of the humor seems out of place as well, it hasn't reached a balance portion of tense moments and comedy relief.

Putting its flaws aside, Wyrmwood is a fun endeavor for a tired concept. Its new nifty touches will be appreciated and definitely welcomed to the genre.… Expand