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The Girl With All the Gifts

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In the future, a strange fungus has changed nearly everyone into a thoughtless, flesh-eating monster. When a scientist and a teacher find a girl who seems to be immune to the fungus, they all begin a journey to save humanity.
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The Girl with All the Gifts grapples with thought-provoking questions without skimping on the scares -- and finds a few fresh wrinkles in the well-worn zombie horror genre along the way.

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Valerie Complex Black Girl Nerds 03/16/2017
2.5/5
Shows like The Walking Dead reign over The Girl With All The Gifts because the breakdown of society, how people fully function within it is the core of the story. Go to Full Review
Dave White TheWrap 02/25/2017
Might be the most inadvertently appropriate analog to life in 2017's increasingly unstable world. Go to Full Review
Keith Phipps Uproxx 02/24/2017
It's really the big picture of the film that sets it apart. Go to Full Review
Trace Thurman Horror Queers Podcast 09/16/2024
3.5/5
Treads familiar territory while injecting several fresh ideas into the mix. Go to Full Review
Patrick Cavanaugh The Wolfman Cometh 05/12/2023
4/5
A solid entry into the zombie genre featuring some fresh ideas and top-notch acting talent. Go to Full Review
James Croot The Post NZ 02/23/2023
An atmospheric and thrilling tale that has echoes of Children of Men, I Am Legend, The Road and 28 Days Later... in its intimate focus, sombre visuals and bleak narrative which doesn't pull any punches about the plight are characters are in. Go to Full Review
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Angelina B. @angelinabud 6d This is my kind of movie. I love apocalyptic and zombies. It was great See more Madam D @Madam1948 Jan 19 A great zombie flick, but also a good drama. The relationships between humans & half-zombie girl, Melanie, are terrific: both touching & scary. The end is something that most people won't expect, as {SPOILER ALERT} she decides that her kind of being will be the ones surviving. See more Jack F @MovieFan111 Nov 19 The problem with this one is that you'll forget it. The only thing I remember is that it's a "zombie" movie. See more Kyle C @kylekc Oct 28 The Girl with All the Gifts is a zombie movie that dares to ask some creepy new questions. The film excels in its portrayal of the children, who are both endearing and terrifying. Their innocent appearances juxtaposed with their lethal potential create a chilling dynamic. The design of the hungries, influenced by the fungal infection, is both grotesque and fascinating, adding a unique twist to the zombie genre. The first half of the movie is particularly strong, establishing a tense atmosphere and compelling character dynamics. However, as the plot progresses, some narrative threads become less cohesive and certain character decisions may feel contrived. It starts feeling a bit like the plot is just moving us along from one story beat to the next, rather than feeling completely natural. However, despite these minor flaws, the film maintains its emotional impact. A standout moment is the interaction between Melanie and Dr. Park near the film's conclusion. It underscores that Melanie's actions are driven by a child's understanding of right and wrong, rather than malice. This moment adds depth to her character and reinforces the film's exploration of morality in a post-apocalyptic world while saving the film from falling into an archetypal traitor story. The ending is both poignant and thought-provoking. It challenges conventional expectations, offering a conclusion that is as unsettling as it is satisfying. By focusing on the philosophical implications of the story, the film leaves viewers questioning the nature of humanity and survival. In a genre often dominated by action and gore, The Girl with All the Gifts stands out for its emotional depth and philosophical undertones. It's a zombie film that doesn't just entertain but also makes you think. See more Ry N @RyGuy Oct 9 This was like a Last of Us side story where scientists who study the offspring of zombified mothers are forced to relocate after their camp is overrun by the hungries. The alpha thing they did was a little strange but the movie as a whole was great! See more Jeff E @Jeff1966 Sep 18 Weak premise, with very little explanation of exactly what's going on. It's all kind of hazy. Not particularly good acting, with the probable exception of Paddy Considine. Glenn Close is horrible in this. Not a complete waste of time, but not a very good movie. The ending is stupid. See more Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis In the future, a strange fungus has changed nearly everyone into a thoughtless, flesh-eating monster. When a scientist and a teacher find a girl who seems to be immune to the fungus, they all begin a journey to save humanity.
Director
Colm McCarthy
Producer
Camille Gatin, Angus Lamont
Screenwriter
Mike Carey
Distributor
Saban Films
Production Co
Altitude Film Entertainment, BFI Film Fund, Poison Chef
Rating
R (Disturbing Violence|Bloody Images|Language)
Genre
Horror, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Feb 24, 2017, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Apr 25, 2017
Runtime
1h 51m
Sound Mix
Dolby Digital
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