You can play 'count the cliches' watching this movie...

holy shit what a horrible movie.

The tone is a little strange (it goes from creepy and brutal to downright hokey at times) but it has an intriguing premise, some creepy moments, and a neat needing.

An unusual mix of zombies, small-town secrecy and gory murder that unfortunately doesn't always work. That doesn't mean the film is a waste of time: it has a creepy atmosphere, some great (and a few silly) effects, and a very effective ending.

O'Bannon's fascination with embalming and zombies is expressed much darker here than in Return of the Living Dead. An unsettling and unique piece of horror.

Slow burning horror that takes advantage of its sleepy coastal location to build tension and generate scares. It was great to see a fresh take on zombies. Jack Albertson was excellent playing against type as the "mad scientist".

cant say i was scared at any point, and it was to slow moving to make the most of what could have been a great story. the idea had some serious potential, but was bogged down by slow plot and overacting on the protagonists part. at least it had some serious atmosphere that counts for something.

It's a slow burn for sure, but there were certain sensibilities that kept my interest so I didn't feel as if I needed to keep checking my watch. The final act though is terrific. Probably one of the best climaxes on film. I felt it could have been pushed a little further, but realistically just a nudge.

I don't know why this movie doesn't get more love. It plays out like a good Richard Matheson story. Sure, it's not the best film ever, but it doesn't deserve to be ignored the way it is.

Another variation on a very old theme. Not recommended, but there are some good creepy moments, especially the ending

Really peculiar horror film that unfolds at a deliberate pace, but has one whopper of an ending. Has an appearance by Robert England B.F. (Before Freddy).

Sorta like The Stepword Wives meet The Wicker Man.

"A nice twist on the usual small-town-hides-sinister-secret setup, this offers some genuine scares and impressive gore."

Atmospheric and gruesome horror film with a very rememberable ending. Pacing is off, and acting is really over the top. After all, it is just a b-movie. But good at being it.

Uneven but entertaining sickie.

Good Movie