Cambridge Independent Style Review — Shaun of the Dead

Shaun of the Dead review - "Let's go to the Winchester, have a nice cold pint, and wait for this all to blow over."

👤 By F.W.C

🕔 Published: 16:38, 23 December 2022

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When considering performance, the zombie genre is not typically the first to spring to mind. These films are often seen as cheesy, fun, and easily consumable flicks that provide enjoyment in the moment but tend to fall apart upon closer scrutiny. Therefore, it is a pleasant surprise when a zombie movie can leave not only a lasting impression but also deliver an all-around enjoyable comedic experience.

Written and directed by Edgar Wright, with assistance from Simon Pegg, who also stars alongside Nick Frost, Shaun of the Dead presents a quirky, funny, and distinctly British take on the zombie genre. Addressing how the average Brit would confront such an apocalypse in a comedic and enjoyable fashion.

Featuring an A-list cast and a script that consistently delivers stellar lines, the performances in this film offer moments, evoking laughter, tears, and suspense that have us hiding behind our sofas. Simon Pegg's repeated delivery of the line "Let's go to the Winchester, have a nice cold pint, and wait for this all to blow over" consistently leaves the audience in stitches.

However, the most enjoyable performances undoubtedly come from the dynamic between Simon Pegg's character, Shaun, and his co-star Nick Frost's character, Ed. In every classic Simon and Nick movie, their friendship shines through the characters, each time manifesting in a unique manner. Without a doubt, they are a pair that works best when allowed to bounce off each other.

If you haven’t seen this movie yet, grab some popcorn and have a night out!