Shaun of the Dead Review: Save the Girl, Kill Zombies

[@medjed-boi897]

Poor Dianne, she survived the zombies only to suffer a fate worse than death... to live in Birmingham

[@lucascoval828]

No English there.

[@christopherkinsella3912]

Another bit of irony, regarding the whole “This all could have been prevented” bit is that Shaun was so gung-ho to be the proactive hero because of his stagnation in life and Liz dumping him for it. Had he been a slacker, tucked in at home on the couch, they would have all been fine. Shaun getting it stuck in his head that he needed to make an immediate change is what lead to all of this.

[@ringkunmori]

Lesson? Never listen to women

[@dontshootmex5588]

Morale of the story: stay at home, play video games. Finally a message I can get behind lol

[@SwaggyG_2102]

Between this, Dawn of the Dead '04, Dead Rising, Left for Dead, and 28 Days Later, the 2000s was a great time to be a zombie fan.

[@Blu3-Fir3]

28 Days Later was pretty kino.

[@AmericanImperium2112]

And the Walking Dead Comic. 👍

[@ragsdale710]

The zombie boom was wild, zombies just before 2004 were pretty niche then there was about ten years of zombies everywhere and I think walking dead final seasons being so bad ended the boom.

[@wojinations9594]

Tbf with the oversaturation of zombie media in the 2000's some of them had to be winners, because the majority were horrific cash grabs lol

[@lucascoval828]

​@wojinations9594 I'll take it. Even the cringe.

[@jeremiah-garmon]

I think you're the only content creator who can fully capture the emotion of the characters of the films or TV shows that you talk about (especially the berserk saga)

[@VioletElite4]

thumbnail is like they saw the most amazing pair of knockers

[@BrokenCornholio1537]

You never know. Sometimes a good pair of knockers keeps you sane in the apocalypse.

[@kyon813]

Ed still holds up the camera

[@nathanielbarraza760]

The cost of being the immortal camera guy.

[@capital-ism8057]

Well, they didn't see knockers in the actual scene, but she did show them a pretty neat hole

[@Snakedude4life]

You know, a movie set in a post zombie apocalypse is a missed opportunity. The infection is treated more like a natural disaster than some kind of world ending phenomena. Also, if you own the DVD or Blu-ray, you should definitely listen to the commentary. 🎩 🐍 no step on snek🇭🇰🇺🇸

[@BrokenCornholio1537]

Sorta akin to dead rising, where the living dead is really just treated as another unfortunate circumstance.

[@peterondrus7065]

there is at least one movie like that

[@brainiac.computer]

@@BrokenCornholio1537 like living with stray animals. Sure, it’s not their fault (sometimes) for being kicked out. But it’s probably not a good idea to pet or go near them

[@nickelakon5369]

That's pretty much what the world War z book is.

[@KFC_Manager]

Step on snake china numba one

[@VolturetheSpiky]

This movie hits that sweet spot all parody movies should aim for: Replicating the elements they're spoofing to the best effect. The comedy works as well as it does because everything else from direction to sound emulates a spooky zombie movie perfectly. Mel Brooks level of dedication.

[@AbrasiousProductions]

Shaun of the Dead (2004) is less of a parody to me and more of a homage to the zombie genre, whilst also being it's own thing entirely, it has the blueprint to Dawn but I find it's themes so resonant, ultimately it's a film about maturing, moving past stagnation and looking forward in lieu of looking back :)

[@BrokenCornholio1537]

A nice mesh of spoof combined with serious plot beats to keep things grounded. It worked well.

[@UnicornStorm]

@@AbrasiousProductions it was marketed as a romantic comedy..... with zombies, which really does fit it better than calling it a zombie movie parody

[@AbrasiousProductions]

@@UnicornStorm agreed but a lot of people seem to think it's a parody based off it's title unfortunately

[@toku-punk]

My father who don’t like horror watched this film in theater and one of he’s favorite films to this day It’s that good everyone needs to watch

[@atmastand3485]

I watched this movie the other day. Still holds up and the DVD extras explaining off screen events (Shaun’s Escape, Diane’s Survival, and Ed’s Reanimation) are nice ways of explaining what else went on in the story.

[@jakbenimbel2521]

Ed was probably good with the gun because of his time playing FPS games. If I recall correctly, when they are fighting in the Winchester, there are shots that are meant to be a callback to Ed and Shaun playing Halo or something.

[@kyon813]

*Time-Splitters.

[@InternetTAB]

Yeah those controller skills really translate 🤣

[@theblackswordsman5039]

“Oh dear, We seem to be in the middle of a zombie apocalypse o’l chap, care for tea & crumpets”

[@josephmullan7769]

Jesus that's fucking cringe.

[@asumjessen2013]

Yvonne's line "You know, just surviving." was referenced in the 2019 Resident Evil 2 Remake by Claire when talking to Leon after the helecopter crash. The remake to the game that inspired the movie referenced the movie.

[@enginear1157]

37:43 "The enthusiasm of this movie refuses to die." Almost as though it's...undead...

[@YossarianAssyrian]

The use of TimeSplitters 2's Anaconda and Astrolander was a stellar reference to include.

[@BestWayKilla]

"And the front door is open....AGAIN!"

[@chemergency]

Shaun of the Dead works so well because it manages to still be funny while still taking itself very seriously when it's called for and it cracks the social commentary aspect of zombie fiction better than any other zombie movie I can think of really.

[@killian9314]

Surprised you didn't mention that Romero didn't catch the "We are coming to get you Barbara" reference on his first viewing and had it pointed out to him. Or the theory that Dianne and David are the couple in the Talk Show, Shaun channels back towards the end, the "My boyfriend is a Zombie" couple.

[@RogueFox2185]

Ngl I kinda miss the era where zombies were a fun adventure style of apocalypse, nowadays it’s so melodramatic because everyone wants to be the next TWD or TLOU.

[@InternetTAB]

TWD ruined it all

[@bottominaplatecarrier1118]

Dylan Moran starred in a sitcom called Black Books, his character is similarly abrasive but much louder. Fuckin hilarious show tbh, Moran excels as these dismissive and rude characters.

[@AC-hj9tv]

I just realized he looked familiar. Lol you're 100% right

[@stephencowie696]

And you not8ce in the counter group of survivors is his co star fr9m black books 😂

[@oz_jones]

​@@stephencowie696 Fran?

[@D4n0w4r]

Zombieland just always rubbed me the wrong way. When Shaun of the Dead references stuff like Tekken it feels natural, meanwhile Zombieland handles such subject material with the grace of a drunken elephant. "Hey I'm playing WORLD OF WARCRAFT while drinking MOUNTAIN DEW." Gimme a break.

[@frankfrankerson782]

Yeah. That was around the time that internet/gaming "culture" began to be referenced by the main stream media. It's funny how we went from "video games train you to be a psychopath" to the MSM awkwardly trying to take advantage of "nerd culture" ans even guide it. Now we have a grumpy cat movie and wheel chair bound D&D characters.

[@reidbishop7965]

Please never speak about Zombieland like that again. That movie was my childhood and perfectly balanced horror with humor.

[@D4n0w4r]

@@reidbishop7965 No.

[@reidbishop7965]

@@D4n0w4r Why not?

[@capital-ism8057]

Love the detail of Pete being burned on one side from his shower, showing he's been there for a while

[@Digsidian]

Shaun of the Dead = Hot Fuzz > Worlds End. Can't wait for the next video!

[@Fitzkrieg]

I concur

[@jiggycalzone8585]

Worlds end is fun to watch with people who have never seen it. Just for when "it" happens

[@SwaggyG_2102]

God, the things that I'd do just for a game adaptation of this movie to exist in real life.

[@JR-zp3nw]

What kind of game would it be? What genre? Open world? First or third person? and please for the love of all things holy don't mention live service!🤣

[@SwaggyG_2102]

​​@@JR-zp3nw It'd probably be like a British Dead Rising.

[@MisterBolticus]

@@SwaggyG_2102 dead rising set in london would absolutely fuck

[@SnibsnBibs]

What kind of things?

[@chrislaezur730]

Well, you could always play Winchester in Zombie Master. That’s about as close as we’ve got right now. Also, you’ll need to supply the players yourself, probably.

[@futureblue49]

A bit that I love is when discussing the plan. Shaun's apology to Philip goes from heartfelt to dismissive. plan 1 " I'm so sorry Phillip!" plan 2 "sorry Phillip." plan 3 " sorry"

[@CaleebTalib]

You mix obscure stuff I’ve never seen and tend to enjoy and classics. Keep em coming Loli, you are such an underrated KZbinr my guy!

[@therussiancomicbookgeek]

I highly recommend you check out Dog Soldiers A British military exercise runs into a werwolf clan It’s awesome

[@marshalmarshall2109]

if you ever feel sad about the deaths of any of the characters in this movie, don't be, remember they're all english so it's ok if they die.

[@tylercollinsworth9075]

Edgy socially acceptable humor about killing English or french people

[@MoskHotel]

The total London experience

[@Christian-gr3gu]

Damn you right

[@Acethe_happyaccident]

As an English man remember no English

[@Senator-Wary]

​@@Acethe_happyaccidentbonjurno

[@ryankeith2712]

Wtf, I was literally watching Drinkers Happy Hour on the show for no reason and now I get a TAL review let’s go!

[@paulomandujano1912]

I like to think that Pete went to the pub because Shawn invited him as he was leaving.

[@ParrotMan01276]

I love Loli's reviews partially because he has his ear to the ground for public perception both new and old. I had no idea about Zombieland being called "Reddit the movie" because the last I heard about it was back in 2009 when I saw it originally. It genuinely feels like he goes digging and addresses aspects that at first don't seem necessary, but quickly become important as the review goes on or becomes a capstone. Biggest examples, the rant on Hate Watching or... basically everything with the Channel Awesome movies.

[@WHOARETHEPATRIOTS475]

Amen to that, for that he has my eternal respect, in the sea of god awful video essay content, Almighty loli's content stands out as a genuine gem. If I had money I'd throw some at him rn.

[@LunilWormwood]

Love the Cornetto Trilogy. Fido and Aaahh! Zombies! are two other funny zombie comedies and both also give a new twist on the genre

[@absolutezerokyukyokami2288]

I know it's late but I'm now watching the video today on my birthday instead of yesterday

[@JIreland1992]

After this you have to do Hot Fuzz

[@jimjamauto]

"Very Entertaining. But I rather think you've been watching too many films."

[@omniviewer2115]

Shaun of the Dead is the 2000s.British answer to Abbott & Costello Meet Frankenstein: the comedy is funny, the Horror is serious, and both are well-balanced with each other. It also happens to share the "everyday losers dealing with monsters they don't understand" element with the South Korean film The Host.

[@bastardluigi]

The snake music from timesplitters during the Ed in the shed segment was *chef's kiss*

[@KawaiiCanadafreememes]

This was actually the first Zombie movie I watched as a kid, did alot to shape my view of Zombies lol Also first

[@InternetHydra]

It's sad that Pegg went full Shyamalan after the success of the big three.

[@scoticvsgossage9378]

How do you mean? The fact that he hasn't quite hit the same highs since?

[@InternetHydra]

@@scoticvsgossage9378 More that he got overpraised, developed an ego, and started making movies solely for himself. But yeah nothing ever was on par with Shaun and Hot Fuzz.

[@hadoke]

Adding to the list of cameos cementing this movie as a cultural touchstone, Shaun had a brief cameo in the early 2010s anime/manga classic Highschool of the dead. where he showed up in the both the original manga and the anime.

[@default5900]

This trilogy is a perfect example of how to properly do parody and satire. Coming from someone who isn't trying to just shit on a genre they don't like, but from people who do love the genre and are making it with respect for what inspired it, while still making jokes about certain elements of it.

[@ElHombreGato]

P.S. you're great at reviewing and analyzing media. Profoundly Great Actually! You have a gift. Except Phillip was definitely bitten before Shaun showed up. "A Bit Bitey" wasn't just slang

[@AncarMolleur]

For a long time, as the price of Chanel increased, I no longer thought I could afford it. I think I'll be happy that I have the kislux as my travel bag that I don't have to take care of. By the way, I'm sure no one will have a hard time telling the difference. Thanks for the comparison.

[@murderman8578]

Highly Recommend Zom 100 Hits all the right notes But as an Anime

[@tylertheguy3160]

I have a lot of nostalgia for Shaun Of The Dead. It was one of those movies that I would always watch when I was a kid and caught it on TV.

[@HoguerLuzan]

I am 37, work hard, love fashion but I can't afford luxury. Last year I found out about kislux where I bought a real leather Fendigraphy for about ?50 (more than I usually spend)... I love it so much and it makes me feel good... I don't show off it's fake but anyone who knows me and knows the prices of Fendi knows it's not real... Maybe one day I will own a real Fendigraphy but for me I am happy with my fudge

[@audiosurfarchive]

Aight but Hot Fuzz IS a perfect movie, I'd love a ridiculous deep dive

[@gigidy471]

“Which one do you want, the girl or the bloke?” “Umm, the first one.”

[@KingEgyptian]

This was an amazing video! Awesome work as always!

[@HellsAsylum]

This movie really hits different as an adult compared to when I was a teenager. I also just realized that the actor playing Pete is the "Kitchen gun" guy.

[@thefanwithoutaface8105]

To me the Cornetto trilogy is ranked 1. Hot Fuzz 2. Shaun of the Dead 3. The World's End

[@Prawnsacrifice]

Nah this is waaay better than hot fuzz

[@stephencowie696]

I'd have to agree hot fuz is just so ....narrr?

[@danielclaw13]

I appreciate the RE music in the background, though out the video. Very nice touch and was noted.

[@jeremycarnes1656]

The thing that struck me the most about this movie was the way it started off as a silly ha-ha light hearted comedy, almost Kevin Smith-esque, then halfway in it nosedives into sad and very dark, then gets silly again at the end.

[@eddymadison9655]

Great review Loli I hope you do Hot Fuzz next, my favourite of Cornetto trilogy

[@armoredcoreexile]

God i needed some long forgotten love stirred back up in me. I loved this movie as a kid, and have been missing it in my life.

[@ScottE-2]

I remember watching Shaun of the Dead when I was very young and it was playing on TV. Pete's scene in the shower freaked me out terribly. So much so, since my mind was very... how do I describe this. I am at a much higher function now as an adult compared to then. As a child whose autism wasn't yet curbed or controlled, it made me fear ever going to the bathroom incase someone like that was waiting there. It haunted me for a very long time as was my time with Resident Evil 2 in the intro scene and with the basketball court. Those things are the deepest memories I have as a young lad. Nightmares I wish to properly confront as an adult with the proper opportunity, I still love both of them and watch Dead on a yearly basis. But it is this month I get to properly confront my fear of Resident Evil 2 by playing the OG version via GOG, with some proper patches to better enhance the experience even if the one I grew up with was a mix of the PS2 version my cousin introduced to me but also the N64 version my older brother played back then. Wonderful video, I can't wait to see what else is locked up in the vault of suggestions/requests by the star bros.

[@jovenc4508]

Resident Evil 2 wasn't ported to the PS2. Resident Evil 4 was and there was RE Outbreaks 1 & 2 on there too.

[@ScottE-2]

@@jovenc4508 That is an entirely different sentence than what I said. I'm just playing RE2 Classic on PC, I was introduced to it by a cousin who owned it on the PS2 but got more familiar with the N64 port by my older brother because that was just what we had back then. I am playing the latest release of RE2 Classic via GOG with some mods to enhance the experience a little. Hope this clears up your confusion have a nice day.

[@Henskelion]

Would like to see videos on the other two Cornetto Trilogy movies. I know people hate The World's End, but I think that movie is much better than its reputation.

[@gabyguzman9846]

Thank you for covering this one! I freaking love this movie! Wait was worth it!

[@captainyasopp154]

This is my favorite movie ever made and I was just talking about it last week and I spoke this video into existence.

[@commissarlegion1413]

Technically not part of the cornetto trilogy but are you also going to cover the film Paul? It wasnt made by Edgar Wright but does have Simon Pegg and Nick Frost as the main characters

[@krism.6598]

If he covers Paul he might as well cover the Scott Pilgrim movie, Edgar Wright directed that at least.

[@freaknr1]

Considering he said Paul sucks in this video, I highly doubt it.

[@therussiancomicbookgeek]

This is a classic

[@IVIaskerade]

There's also the possibility that ZedEd genuinely tried to bite Shaun because if Shaun turned into a zombie in the shed, the two would just sit there and play video games together forever.

[@ChairmanKam]

29:20 Possibility? I always saw that as the obvious fact.

[@martinez5566]

I'd love to hear your thoughts on the rest of the trilogy. There's not a bad moment in all the films. They are of the absolute highest quality.

[@unavailable8282]

The best zombie movie to exist and actually shows a realistic response from the military. Unlike some other media *cough* walking dead *cough*

[@Gojeto346]

ok but Blo Hole Blast is actually like the best drink flavor ever

[@seeinred]

11:37 I am one of those 5 people. Thank you

[@mastermasashi]

7:09 "Paul sucks ass by the way." Thank you!

[@Tromaxer]

hey man, I just finished watching all the long hours videos of berserk from your channel, it's been good. I'm curious if you gonna cover Vagabond sometime in the future because I heard this manga is one of top one like Berserk.. thanks

[@filipvadas7602]

One of the rare instances in a movie where the protagonist becoming proactive arguibly made things so much worse

[@BlainFurgerson]

When I wear a fake or knockoff of kislux , I feel proud knowing that I am not spending unnecessary money and I can look good while proudly supporting my family. As for the owners of designer brands, they have it all. There is no need to support them.

[@PewdsPathProject]

The dead will start growing HOT FUZZ, because they didn't run cold water on their wounds, this is THE WORLD'S END!

[@eddymadison9655]

Oh it's fine, just ate some Cornetto ice cream and all be good

[@smokeydesperado170]

It’s weird too hear you talk about this film this one hits home literally as you can see my house in a couple of the scenes plus the Winchester pub is nearby lol Absolute classic anyway new berserk chapter this month 👍

[@jacksonward2544]

4:18 wtf man this put me in a whirl out of nowhere

[@ebonyzeity1096]

I'm happy to always be the 5% of people on earth who never saw any of the movies Loli makes reviews on.

[@TheAutistWhisperer]

Great zombie flick, but my personal favourite from the Cornetto Trilogy is Hot Fuzz.

[@brandonlee934]

I'll be honest; I always thought the plan to go to the pub was a stupid idea because it was in the city. I'm just glad there was punishment for their dumb plans instead of being rewarded for it like in lot of movies.

[@josesosa3337]

Davids death reminds me of the day of the dead "choke on em" death scene. Where that guy gets torn apart by the zombies in a similar manner.

[@lawngnome2415]

28:45 of i remember correctly, she said Phillips bit, bit under the weather

[@Grishyy]

Hot Fuzz next?

[@jokerledger5400]

This movie was great and now with more hindsight yeah, a lot of things could have been avoided, but that was necessary for Shaun to grow and be more confident, broke out of his shell. In a way it a very fucked up story of finding yourselves. With every watch you find new details and foreshadowing. It is such a tightly written movie. This and Hot Fuzz are some of my favorite

[@topcat59]

Honestly they should’ve just embrace their British nature and continue using blunt weapons instead of using a gun.🐱

[@InquisidorUy]

Allmost all those actores are been working together for a few years before Shawn, in Spaced, Black Books

[@mmmmmmmm53]

Now you have to do the rest of the Cornetto Trilogy.

[@Bubbleskittymaster]

I can day even with military combat training. When you shoot people, you go for the body and not the head cause the head is always a smaller target. Also, I always keep that to have a shot gun with zombies over a rifle. I think thinking about what would I do in a zombie apocalypse, but it's the same thing as those dudes at the bar thinking if they were playing, they would win the game.

[@SnibsnBibs]

It's about as lethal to get CNS I thought, and as far as zombies go just don't go sticking your ankles next to their mouths.

[@MisterBolticus]

The most quotable and rewatchable film ever made, a true slice of fried gold. Edit: I am enjoying how this video doubles as "what are Loli's favourite save room themes?"

[@aryanwali2471]

I know I'm late if you're reading this berserk is back

[@terrysherron2581]

I know my comment will be lost but you should watch Cockneys VS Zombies. Honestly a funny film and feels like they took a ton of inspiration from Shawn of the Dead

[@THERI0NdotAI]

I remember the first time I heard of Shaun of the Dead was in the trailers on the DVD for Van Helsing.

[@Sticky__Fingies]

Do you guys remember when Phineas and Ferb had a zombie episode with the characters from Shaun of the Dead

[@ElHombreGato]

14:05 Phillip was already bitten... So he was going to turn either way ¯⁠\⁠_⁠(⁠ツ⁠)⁠_⁠/⁠¯

[@r3dgh0st38]

I always thought a Shawn of the Dead humorous survival horror video game in the vein of classic R.E games was a good idea

[@grejsancoprative]

Like the idea of zombies have some "echo" from their living life. For that extra horror tragedy.

[@tylertheguy3160]

Ngl Dianne was cool as hell and David had no idea what he had.

[@k3salieri]

Now this. Is Cinema.

[@Prawnsacrifice]

Who hasnt seen shaun of the dead man this movie is classic at this point

[@UnicornStorm]

I don't think the infection time is a contradiction. The movie shows that the infected die before turning, so it's up to each persons health and immune system how long their body can endure the infection

[@thefanwithoutaface8105]

It's a pretty solid movie, but Hot Fuzz is still the best Cornetto.

[@cereskerrigan]

The perfect movie that got me into Zombie media as a whole.

[@JohnDoe-kg3cl]

please cover the monogatari series or just one part hell just one episode bro i’m craving your analysis on it

[@indexwell6546]

I loved this movie, thanks for covering it

[@guysome7469]

The cornetto trilogy is such a great trio of films.