IFC Films | Release Date: February 13, 2015
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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.

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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.

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.
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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.
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mailordermonstrApr 3, 2021
Feels like they were more interested in making a cool music video/80's action flick than a zombie movie with any sort of grounding in reality. When Barry, the protagonist, first encounters a zombie - we're treated to a quick-cut edit of himFeels like they were more interested in making a cool music video/80's action flick than a zombie movie with any sort of grounding in reality. When Barry, the protagonist, first encounters a zombie - we're treated to a quick-cut edit of him being the cool action guy and "suiting up". It might work in something like Zombieland, but this movie is trying to take itself too seriously for it to work. There's at least a dozen better zombie flicks available. Don't waste your time on this unless you're truly desperate. Expand
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caveatscotiFeb 21, 2015
Wyrmwood succeeds where a great many action-horror films patently fail: it makes you care about the characters. Zombies as a trope are now so played out that they’re no scarier than slowly rising floodwaters; and yet despite this there’sWyrmwood succeeds where a great many action-horror films patently fail: it makes you care about the characters. Zombies as a trope are now so played out that they’re no scarier than slowly rising floodwaters; and yet despite this there’s genuine and consistent tension in the plight of the main cast. There’s no genre-bending originality to the way that the leads are introduced, but the mix of action, comedy and genuine heart had the audience around me expelling gasps of genuine hurt as the inevitable third-act bloodbath ensued. A 'B' movie win on a 'Z' grade budget. Expand
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Meth-dudeNov 27, 2015
For a low budget movie, this film is pretty impressive,Sure, there was bad acting, bad special effects and some plot holes here and there but, the blood,the action and the original ideas the movie brings,redeem those defaults.
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brentwshelton1Jul 4, 2017
An awesome mix of Zombies/Mad Max/Carrie/and Bood Drive (2017 Syfy show). I don't think I can say more! One point off because I would have liked to know what the military/mad doctor was actually trying to achieve with his experiments.
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juliankennedy23Apr 16, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What is wrong with Australian horror films lately. They used to be so good with movies like Wolf Creek or the more recent The Babadook. Now recently I have seen the nature gone wild/ killer dog genre completely flubbed by the narcoleptic The Pack and have just suffered through the even worse and more childish Wyrmwood.

The premise of Wyrmwood (and no the name has nothing to do with the movie from all I can tell) is simply that a few extras from the latest Mad Max film ran off with a couple of vehicles while in costume and hired the backup zombies from a Michael Jackson’s Thriller revival stage show and made a movie. I am making up a plot because the movie could barely be bothered to provide one for me. (Meteors, people without A- blood become poorly dressed extras, man looking for his sister.) Seriously the film has no common sense. If A happens then B should be the result is a premise that seems completely alien to the filmmakers.

The acting is okay considering how little they have to work with. The camera work tries to be all impressive but comes across like that guy at a party who keeps telling jokes over everyone's conversations in the hopes someone will like him. If the plot was any more generic it would be sold at the dollar store with a poorly drawn copyright infringing a cartoon character on its front. Note to Australian filmmakers. Stop trying to be Peter Jackson. Also if you are going to go to all the trouble to rent camera equipment and hire actors why not write a story down and film that.
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HotelCentralDec 28, 2016
Wyrmwood Road of the Dead is one of the most entertaining zombie flicks ever made. It's funny, it's outrageous -- spooky, too. Heck, if you don't like this film then you probably liked Pride & Prejudice & Zombies and deserve to watch it 100Wyrmwood Road of the Dead is one of the most entertaining zombie flicks ever made. It's funny, it's outrageous -- spooky, too. Heck, if you don't like this film then you probably liked Pride & Prejudice & Zombies and deserve to watch it 100 times non-stop while strapped into a chair. Expand
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S1r-R34lJan 12, 2017
This is an amazing Zombie flick that breathes fresh air into a tired genre, as well as a well-deserved kick in the arse. What you get here is a funny, fast, gore-laden splat-fest, which is held together by a decent story, with some originalThis is an amazing Zombie flick that breathes fresh air into a tired genre, as well as a well-deserved kick in the arse. What you get here is a funny, fast, gore-laden splat-fest, which is held together by a decent story, with some original twists, great direction and good acting. A MUST-SEE for all Zombie-Heads. Expand
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JLuis_001Sep 26, 2018
I heard it was called Mad Max with Zombies and that intrigued me enough, I cannot deny it. I don't think it was quite that way but it seemed interesting to me that it manages to balance comedy with seriousness which prevents it from becomingI heard it was called Mad Max with Zombies and that intrigued me enough, I cannot deny it. I don't think it was quite that way but it seemed interesting to me that it manages to balance comedy with seriousness which prevents it from becoming a complete horror film but evidently its bases are more rooted to that element. After all are zombies of what we're talking about here.

But I think this is where it lies what for some part of the audience can be good and for others something bad, because depending on your expectations this film will not be scary or funny but if you are willing to see it to appreciate its details you can enjoy it better.

It's not a remarkable film, but it's practically basic entertainment. The script is at least appreciable because it tries to innovate in an exhausted genre but its cast doesn't do it many favors and in the end it's still a film that you will forget as soon as you finish it
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