A biological weapon called 'Trixie' gets loose in an American town. The military try to contain the virus by quarantining the town. Things don't turn out well. The film could have done with a larger budget but it is still a fascinating film. The first half particularly is gripping as the chaos and panic grow. The fast editing helped the tension. You get a real sense as the movie progresses of things getting out of hand and not just the virus but society itself. On the acting side I especially liked Lloyd Hollar as Colonel Peckham and Richard France as Dr. Watts though the other cast members quitted themselves well. My only criticism is that perhaps the film is too long and the ending too drawn out. Otherwise a thoughtful and compelling movie.
Review of The Crazies
