Review of Viral

Viral (I) (2016)
4/10
Expecting Better From Blumhouse
28 July 2016
Warning: Spoilers
I will pretty much watch Any major studio horror release but this film left a lot to be desired.

"Extinction"(2015) had a semi- original plot with great acting. "Afflicted"(2013) had a smaller budget with a great story.

This film was lacking all those qualities and seemed utterly predictable and boring. Viral, zombie-like parasitic outbreak in a small town, area quarantined as the zombie/virus/parasite people rum rampant. "30 Days of Night" did this MUCH better and "Contacted" (2013) had a much more likable cast.

I also saw Multiple stolen elements, mainly from the TV show "The Strain" as well as an "I Am Legend" scene (spoiler: towards the end when they're huddled in The dark room)

The ending was BRUTAL too.

All-in-all it's watchable but not very enjoyable. I wouldn't spend money to see this.
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