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So, I just watched this film on DVD. Yes, I know, I'm a bit behind, but when you have 3 kids you don't get to the cinema much, ok?

Anyway, just wanted to give a kudos to the British for this film. Damn fine bit of entertainment. Admittedly I had to look up a couple of bits of slang, but this is a damn fine film all around. I especially appreciate the subtle referrences to George Romero's classic with lines like "We're coming to get you, Barbara!" and such as that.

Humor, action, great SFX. If you haven't seen it, do so ASAP. It's a bit gorey for the kids, but adults should have a good time with it. :)

I've heard tell that it's mucho excellente.

It's currently downloading on my computer :D

I like it, it's a good zombie movie in it's own right and it's funny, because they have British accents and England is inherently humorous.

Indeed, it was a very funny movie. LMAO at some parts.

I've been wanting to see that movie for...coming up to three years now! Grrr....Actually it would have been only a little while after Love Actually with Bill Nighy's comeback...
*misses British accents despite watching From Hell and re-watching Grail*
Heh, combine the gore from one and some of the humour of the other, then the romantic nature and Bill Nighy from LA and what do you get? A rom-com w/ zom!

I love dry humor and as such loved this moive

and the fact Shaun is my real name :D

From Hell

Ooooh ... love love love that movie. Of course, it has Johnny Depp in it, but even if he wasn't in it, that's a damn fine film. :)

Yes! I second any applause for Shaun of the Dead.

As a related aside, British filmmakers have really been impressing me lately.

I'm quite surprised it has done well outside of Britain. Not that I'm complaining mind.

Dogs can't look up.

Has anyone seen Dog Soldiers?

I didn't see Shaun of the dead until about 3 weeks ago.

Been wanting to see it for ages, and it was worth it.

I like how it was like an extension of Spaced. That made me feel more at home with the characters.

I like it, it's a good zombie movie in it's own right and it's funny, because they have British accents and England is inherently humorous.

oh good lord henry, a zulu rhubarbing about us.


i seen it ages ago, great mnovie with quotes useful for any situation.

I would just like to add my approval to Shaun of the Dead! Excellent zombies, and a great rip on some of the more idiotic things introduced into Zombie movies lately. Anyone else catch the line near the end? (paraphrasing): "And the rumour that the zombies were created by a virus has been shown to be a load of bu-". Love it.

One of the funniest parodies I've seen in a long time, but at the same time, a great zombie movie. :mp5: Killin' Zombies!

shaun of the dead rocks. most excellent movie. the lead guy (Simon Pegg) is also in (well, he writes) a show called Spaced, and has a small part in a brilliant show called Black Books. both of those are very much worth downloading, if you can find em :)

shaun of the dead rocks. most excellent movie. the lead guy (Simon Pegg) is also in (well, he writes) a show called Spaced, and has a small part in a brilliant show called Black Books. both of those are very much worth downloading, if you can find em :)

:(

Unfortunately Spaced is well and truely over now though.

Black Books is awesome though.

I liked that movie. :D Verrrry British comedy. Um, yeah... :p

:(

Unfortunately Spaced is well and truely over now though.

Black Books is awesome though.
last time i checked there was still talk of a 3rd series, but that was at least a year ago, so you're probably right :(

Manny rocks!

I loved shaun of the dead! great film.

Does anyone know of any other zombie parody films? I love my zombies...

Ooooh ... love love love that movie. Of course, it has Johnny Depp in it, but even if he wasn't in it, that's a damn fine film. :)
Ewww...do yourself a favour and read the graphic novel by Alan Moore and Eddie Campbell. Once you see just how they soddomised the great story Alan Moore had written, you probably won't think it too great a movie.

Dog Soldiers was good, strangely I didn't think much to Shaun Of The Dead in fact I liked the American counter-part alot better, Dawn Of The Dead 2004, ok it wasn't a comedy but it was just awesome.

If you want to watch something which shows true British humour I suggest, BrassEye or something along those lines. :)

To get back to Shaun of the Dead, I watched it the other week. The DVD cost me $8RMB (about 55p, $1US), and I felt it was value for money.
I thought it could have been funny. There were some bits that were good - like when he wanders down to the shop and doesn't notice the zombies and blood, or the very end where you see how the zombies are being used in game shows, zoos, or as trolley returners at the local supermarket.
But his mate annoyed me, cause he was such a twat. He did nothing but screw things up for everyone and I was left thinking 'Why the hell did Shaun put up with him for so long?'. He had no redeeming features whatsoever.
One other thing that I didn't like, but this is true of nearly all british movies not just 'Shaun...' is that they use only the same few actors. The characters they play are obviously written for that person. Bill Nighy played Bill Nighy in 'Shaun..', Shaun's Mum, Barbara, played by Penelope Wilton who pretty much did the same Penelope Wilton character she plays in everything she's in. Dylan Moran (David) played Dylan Moran.
And so on.
It just always ends up feeling very nepotistic and slightly incestuous. I wish they'd chance their arms a bit more and look for other, new actors more often. Then we might get more Shallow grave's with Ewan McGregor.

The first thirty minutes or so of the movie were so dull. But for some reason I couldn't stop laughing. Probably subliminal messages. Great movie.

I loved shaun of the dead! great film.

Does anyone know of any other zombie parody films? I love my zombies...

I would suggest the movie Bad Taste (http://www.badtaste.co.nz/)

It was lauded by reviewers (http://www.badmovies.org/movies/badtaste/) for being so bad it is good.

It is also worth note that it is Peter jackson's (http://tbhl.theonering.net/films/bad_taste.html) first feature length movie and he even plays a few roles in it.

But don't just take it from me, read the reviews and get it (http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B00005OCK5/102-8168617-1298562?v=glance) for yourself.

You won't be disappointed.

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Dylan Moran (David) played Dylan Moran.

Did you think so? I'm used to seeing Bernard from Black Books, and his character in "Shaun..." was nothing like Bernard...

I would suggest the movie Bad Taste (http://www.badtaste.co.nz/)

It was lauded by reviewers (http://www.badmovies.org/movies/badtaste/) for being so bad it is good.

It is also worth note that it is Peter jackson's (http://tbhl.theonering.net/films/bad_taste.html) first feature length movie and he even plays a few roles in it.

But don't just take it from me, read the reviews and get it (http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B00005OCK5/102-8168617-1298562?v=glance) for yourself.

You won't be disappointed.
Actually, that was an Alien movie. As an aside, it took him 7 years to make, as he could only do it at the weekend and whenever he had enough money saved for film.
However Peter Jackson did make a Zombie movie (his 3rd movie, after the 'Feebles', which is the sickest parody of the Muppets you'll ever hope to see), called 'Brain Dead'.
Now that is a hilarious, sick Zombie movie. The main character is even chased by a digestive system in one scene (it runs up his leg, farting). You also find out that lawnmowers are far better than cricket bats for dealing with Zombies.

Did you think so? I'm used to seeing Bernard from Black Books, and his character in "Shaun..." was nothing like Bernard...
I could see similarities. He complained about everything and disliked pretty much everyone. It was just a shame he wasn't given the chance to be as caustic as he is in Black Books.

Actually, that was an Alien movie. As an aside, it took him 7 years to make, as he could only do it at the weekend and whenever he had enough money saved for film.
However Peter Jackson did make a Zombie movie (his 3rd movie, after the 'Feebles', which is the sickest parody of the Muppets you'll ever hope to see), called 'Brain Dead'.
Now that is a hilarious, sick Zombie movie. The main character is even chased by a digestive system in one scene (it runs up his leg, farting). You also find out that lawnmowers are far better than cricket bats for dealing with Zombies.

Just goes to show - Peter Jackson's first films were so much better than LOTR.

I could see similarities. He complained about everything and disliked pretty much everyone. It was just a shame he wasn't given the chance to be as caustic as he is in Black Books.


To be honest, he is the only one in SofD that really gets on my nerves, everyone else i can recognise in some of my friends so its amusing. It makes Dawn of the Dead (the recent remake) look like a complete shambles though...who needs shotguns etc, cricket bat and a spade will do ya nicely!

.But his mate annoyed me, cause he was such a twat. He did nothing but screw things up for everyone and I was left thinking 'Why the hell did Shaun put up with him for so long?'. He had no redeeming features whatsoever.

OoC: Oh, you mustn't have had the experience needed for find the true humour in "Ed", in England you get alot of fat (nothing wrong with being fat though) sad gits who try and be cool and say "Yo, wassup ******" in their annoyingly high pitched voice. In a few words: It's funny because it's true.

And remember, this is British humour and us Brit's pride ourselves on the pointlessness of our humour and the sheer insanity of it. Don't know what I mean, look for any Monty Python film.

Just goes to show - Peter Jackson's first films were so much better than LOTR.
Yes I think so too. They show his sense of humour better.
You do have to hand it to Harvey Weinstein, though, in being able to see just how talented Peter Jackson is. Based on his CV up until LOTR, you couldn't imagine why anyone would give him US$400 mill and let him dictate how and where three movies would be made.

Ah, Shaun of the Dead... Brilliant!

For another good Brit zombie movie (nowhere near as funny, but damn good all the same), try '28 days later'.

Yes I think so too. They show his sense of humour better.
You do have to hand it to Harvey Weinstein, though, in being able to see just how talented Peter Jackson is. Based on his CV up until LOTR, you couldn't imagine why anyone would give him US$400 mill and let him dictate how and where three movies would be made.
Actually he was only down for one. Then it all became too much. "Can I make three?" "will it be worth it?" "yes" "go ahead."

Ah, that film is awesome.

'Can I get any of you c*nts a drink?'

:D

So, I just watched this film on DVD. Yes, I know, I'm a bit behind, but when you have 3 kids you don't get to the cinema much, ok?

Anyway, just wanted to give a kudos to the British for this film. Damn fine bit of entertainment. Admittedly I had to look up a couple of bits of slang, but this is a damn fine film all around. I especially appreciate the subtle referrences to George Romero's classic with lines like "We're coming to get you, Barbara!" and such as that.

Humor, action, great SFX. If you haven't seen it, do so ASAP. It's a bit gorey for the kids, but adults should have a good time with it. :)


ha! I watched it Friday night! It was very funny. I agree.....you guys should definitely watch this.


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shaun of the dead rocks. most excellent movie. the lead guy (Simon Pegg) is also in ... a brilliant show called Black Books.

"Manny, in three years you could have been vice-deputy sub-assistant!"

Shaun Of The Dead is great.
"But the car was parked!"

I'm quite surprised it has done well outside of Britain. Not that I'm complaining mind.

Dogs can't look up.

Has anyone seen Dog Soldiers?

Yeah, I watched that on TV about a year ago, it was alright. The effects weren't too good, and the werewolves were only sorta convincing. It wasn't a bad movie though, and the effects problems may have been because it is a relatively old movie, though I don't know when it came out.

"Manny, in three years you could have been vice-deputy sub-assistant!"

Shaun Of The Dead is great.
"But the car was parked!"
"The hair, Manny."
"arg! Not the hair! I've had this since i was eight!"

:p


my favourite Manny moments:

"Bernard! It's hot in The Worm!"
or

"I ATE ALL YOUR BEES!"

shaun of the dead rocks. most excellent movie. the lead guy (Simon Pegg) is also in (well, he writes) a show called Spaced, and has a small part in a brilliant show called Black Books. both of those are very much worth downloading, if you can find em :)
Black Books!

that show was brilliant...helped along by Bill Bailey (funniest guy alive)

Bill Bailey (funniest guy alive)
YES! finally someone who understands his true genius!

YES! finally someone who understands his true genius!
he was on that "comedy aid" thing last night...i just couldnt stop laughing

he did a song, was brilliant. and hes great on Never Mind the Buzzcocks too :)

i dont know anyone whos seen him, tv or otherwise, who doesnt think hes brilliant

Shaun of the Dead= Best Zombie Movie EVER!

It had Zombies(always a plus), Comedy, British People, Shotguns, Beer, Pubs, a 24 Hour Store run by an Indian, everything a good movie needs!

28 Days Later(another British Zombie film) was just...not good. I mean, I guess it was OK...

Resident Evil (1 AND 2) both sucked. Big time.

Most other Zombie movies suck too.

YES! finally someone who understands his true genius!

forced to agree! Saw him live once, 2 or 3 years ago, he was fantastic!

he was on that "comedy aid" thing last night...i just couldnt stop laughing

he did a song, was brilliant. and hes great on Never Mind the Buzzcocks too :)

i dont know anyone whos seen him, tv or otherwise, who doesnt think hes brilliant
oh i know quite a few people who love Bill - went to see him in London with some mates last year in fact - but of the people i know i am the only one who thinks he is 'the funniest man alive' :)

damn is he good on Buzzcocks too :p



missed that 'comedy aid' thing :mad:

oh i know quite a few people who love Bill - went to see him in London with some mates last year in fact - but of the people i know i am the only one who thinks he is 'the funniest man alive' :)

damn is he good on Buzzcocks too :p



missed that 'comedy aid' thing :mad:

No no, he IS the funniest man alive :) at least for stand-up type comedy (and of course Black Books); also a great musician too! I saw the DVD of his Part Troll show a few weeks ago, it was fantastic; and I went to see him on his Bewilderment tour :)

No no, he IS the funniest man alive :) at least for stand-up type comedy (and of course Black Books); also a great musician too! I saw the DVD of his Part Troll show a few weeks ago, it was fantastic; and I went to see him on his Bewilderment tour :)
lol opposite to me :)
i got bewilderness on dvd, but saw the part troll show live. both were brilliant, but, to be honest, there isn't that much new material in part troll - there was some hilarious new bits of course, like his George W Bush drum & bass mix, but over half of it is bewilderness tour material :(


...i am so sad... :( (http://forums2.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=401153)

Yeah, I watched that on TV about a year ago, it was alright. The effects weren't too good, and the werewolves were only sorta convincing. It wasn't a bad movie though, and the effects problems may have been because it is a relatively old movie, though I don't know when it came out.
Old :confused:

It came out 2002 iirc.

Old :confused:

It came out 2002 iirc.

Yeah it's not terribly old; I'd put the poor effects down to something called a 'budget' :)