Reviews — We Bury the Dead
Audience write-ups from TMDB
Sierbahnn
It’s not really a zombie film. While zombies do appear, the story isn't centered on them; they serve as a device to emphasize certain aspects of what’s happening. That approach is certainly noteworthy, yet my expectation was for something more frightening and suspenseful—instead, it proved to be quite somber and reflective. The movie delves into significant elements of human nature, but ultimately I would have prefer…
Dean
We Bury the Dead, released in 2026, proves itself to be an adequate survival thriller aiming to offer a more personal and realistic take on zombie stories. Taking place after a military incident in Tasmania, the film is bolstered by a noteworthy performance from Daisy Ridley, who convincingly conveys the anguish and sorrow of a woman looking for her husband. A particularly intriguing element lies in how the "undea…
Chandler Danier
That motorcycle looks pretty cool, though. It accomplishes what it set out to do. The optional storyline feels a little disconnected, but it works okay. It’s not particularly impressive, and that's alright because it doesn't seem to be aiming high. However, there are some genuinely good zombie scenes and also some strange moments involving people. I appreciate how they handled the reveal of the connection between …
MovieGuys
“We Bury The Dead” manages to be captivating during its initial stretch but ultimately falters. The movie initially explores a range of feelings, from unsettling and frightening to deeply sorrowful. What's particularly unnerving is how convincing it feels; the production quality is superb. We’re shown scenes depicting widespread devastation in Tasmania, Australia. People are portrayed as emotionally shattered, sea…
Manuel São Bento
The film *We Bury The Dead* ultimately proves worthwhile, with strong technical aspects and a remarkable lead performance attempting to make up for a screenplay that falters and becomes muddled as it nears its conclusion. While the movie doesn't quite live up to the potential of its original concept, eventually resorting to familiar tropes it initially aimed to sidestep, Zak Hilditch’s work is still worth seeing, par…


