A D

Released in 2023, this film is a disappointing reminder that while technology in filmmaking has advanced, the same cannot be said for its storyline. The visuals were crisp and clean, but that’s where the praise ends. The plot was disappointingly mediocre, and the “Glitch” segment, particularly in the final act, was riddled with painfully awkward slow-motion back-and-forth eye contact that was cringeworthy. There was potential in the “Mukbang” segment, but the addition of Lord Voldemort-style zombies in cheap, over-the-top costumes completely undermined any chance of it being taken seriously. The “Rage” episode felt entirely unoriginal, and the acting across the board was overly exaggerated. The makeup was a disaster, especially on the male actors, who looked like they were wearing layers of heavy foundation. One of the most laughable moments was Trish’s sudden transformation into a shotgun-wielding expert. Out of nowhere, she becomes a professional fighter, holding off the infected as if she’s been doing it her whole life, which made the action scenes feel utterly unrealistic. The direction was sloppy and uninspired. While I understand the concept they were aiming for, the execution missed the mark entirely. It was so predictable that I could see every twist coming from a mile away. The production quality didn’t help either, it was clear the budget was stretched thin. A standout example of this was during the “Glitch” episode, where a gore scene involving blood-soaked bedsheets looked so amateurish it could have been created by a group of elementary school kids for a play. Overall, the movie had some decent ideas, but it desperately needed better execution, a stronger narrative, and a bigger budget. And for the love of cinema, please, less cakey makeup next time.