A super fun, extremely low budget zombie film set in Stoke-on-Trent by local film maker John Williams.
Something got into the water and has infected the populous, survivors run for cover (and to hide in the nearest pub) from the flesh-eating hordes of zombies dredging through the potteries. The film follows different groups of people as they cope with the outbreak in their own unique way. From sadomasochistic sex pests to local louts, nobody is safe. Cameo performances from Pete Bennett and Nick Hancock help to add a bit of class to the film which is dripping with fake blood and dodgy zombies.
While everything is done low budget and intended to look and feel that way it generally works well. It wouldn't look too far out of place next to 'Basket Case' or 'Bad Taste' on a shelf of 80's horror films. The pace of the film varies at times which I think is my biggest criticism, not to say this feels wrong as I'd expect anything with zombies in to slowly trudge at times. There is enough humour here to keep you entertained, and while there are a few local 'in' jokes here it's nothing that'll stop your enjoyment or detract from the film.
I loved this film (but then I would as I am one of the zombies in it so I'm biased!), but so has everyone I've lent a copy of the film to. It's definitely worth a watch and I've rated higher funded films a lot lot lower, this has a heart and a story so will always get a decent write up from me. Enjoy!
