The Battery
Directed by:
Jeremy GardnerScreenplay:
Jeremy GardnerCinematography:
Christian StellaComposer:
Ryan WinfordVOD (2)
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Labelled as one of the greatest zombie films in years, The Battery follows two former baseball players as they navigate their way across a zombie ravaged New England. Despite being teammates for years, the pair clash as Ben embraces his new lawless existence, while Mickey craves the creature comforts of his old life. With the hordes closing in, they must first learn to survive each other if they are to make it out alive. (Metrodome Distribution)
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This likably well-crafted survival flick was made with a budget of only $6,000. All it needs is believable acting, dialogue that reveals the nature of the characters and seemingly ordinary locations in which, however, there is a danger of conflict with zombies. The whole thing is basically “only” about the friendship of the two guys. I like how Gardner intentionally doesn’t show us events that would be thrilling attractions in another film, how he keeps them hidden behind the door. In his later After Midnight, he takes this concept to a much more sophisticated level, with a great point no less. The Battery is just a playful diversion.
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Between three and four stars, but for an indie directorial début I’m going higher. During the first two acts, The Battery is probably the most easy-going zombie film I’ve ever seen (the zombies don’t pose much of a threat, they are like props in a nice indie summer comedy), but in the last act the film switches into a more intimate but also darker and effective mode. It’s a very well made indie flick, with perfect performances and atmosphere, and a great soundtrack. We will sure hear more from Jeremy Gardner.
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