The Walking Deceased

The Walking Deceased is a satirical horror-comedy film released in 2015. Directed by Scott Dow, the film sports a cast featuring Tim Ogletree, Joey Oglesby, and Troy Ogletree. The film takes clear inspiration from popular zombie movies and TV shows and satirically lampoons the zombie genre while paying homage to its tropes and themes. The absurdity and humor are utilized to both mock and pay respect to the zombie genre, showing the creators' clear understanding and love for the genre.

The movie revolves around an unlikely group of survivors after a zombie apocalypse. Among them, there's a character named Green Bay (Tim Ogletree), who wakes up from a coma to discover that the world is in ruins. Deftly playing the amnesiac character, Ogletree is lost, trying to piece together his past as he navigates through the perilous times he finds himself in. The cast also includes Joey Oglesby, who takes on the role of the extremely macho yet ridiculous Chicago and Troy Ogletree, who portrays the brooding Darnell.

The Walking Deceased offers a comedic take on post-apocalyptic scenarios typically seen in zombie movies and shows. It hilariously subverts and plays with the seriousness often associated with such scenarios, replacing it with an over-the-top humorous environment. Despite the dystopian world setting, the constant funny dialogues, and colorful characters keep the audience’s spirits high. The humor, combined with the absurd situations the characters find themselves in, make for an interesting and entertaining watch.

The Walking Deceased also refashions various cult-classic moments from iconic zombie series and films, adding its unique flair of humor. It makes fun of unforgettable scenes and familiar faces from "The Walking Dead," "Warm Bodies," "Zombieland," and "Dawn of the Dead," among others. Intentionally breaking the serious mood typically associated with these referenced works, the movie becomes a lighthearted parody for those who are zombie film enthusiasts or those simply in the mood for some offbeat humor.

The storytelling often relies on the viewers having some knowledge of the zombie genre, which adds an extra layer of enjoyment for fans of the genre. The film is a mishmash of pop culture references cleverly and comically interwoven into its plotline. Scott Dow’s imaginative direction lends these iconic scenes a new, hilarious perspective, and each of these parodies is cleverly crafted to elicit hearty laughs.

The Walking Deceased, however, is not just a spoof. True to the zombie genre, there are moments filled with action, suspense, and some appropriately gory zombie confrontations. There are high tension escapes, thrilling encounters, and unexpected outcomes that keep the audience on the edge of their seats. This careful balance of humor and drama helps the narrative maintain a solid pace, ensuring that the film offers more than just comedy.

With The Walking Deceased, the lead actors successfully step into roles fans would recognize from other zombie stories, and their performances give life to a plot that might otherwise have felt like a random assortment of parodies. They deliver their wisecracks with aplomb, and the cast's chemistry also lends itself well to the movie's humor. With jokes that sometimes hit below the belt, the movie does not shy away from testing the boundaries of its comedy.

In essence, The Walking Deceased comes across as a love letter to the zombie genre, written in jest. If you are a fan of zombie movies and TV shows, you'll likely appreciate the film's parody approach. The wacky personas, witty dialogue, humorous mishaps, and absurd circumstances guarantee a fun-filled viewing for lovers of comedy. Plunge into this light-hearted tribute to the zombie world with The Walking Deceased to experience a twist in the tale of zombie apocalypses replete with chuckles and laughter.