“Army of the Dead” is a 2021 American zombie heist film directed by Zack Snyder and distributed by Netflix. The film stars Dave Bautista, Ella Purnell, Ana de la Reguera, and Omari Hardwick.
The story is set in a post-apocalyptic world where Las Vegas has been overrun by zombies. A group of mercenaries led by Scott Ward (Dave Bautista) is hired to enter the quarantine zone and retrieve $200 million from a casino vault before the city is destroyed by a nuclear bomb. However, the team soon discovers that the zombies are not the only threat they face, as they must also contend with a rogue security guard who wants the money for himself.
“Army of the Dead” has been praised for its unique twist on the zombie genre, combining elements of a heist film with intense action and horror. The film features impressive special effects and makeup, as well as strong performances from its cast. It has also been noted for its diverse and inclusive cast, with many of the main characters being people of color and/or LGBTQ+.
“Army of the Dead” is an entertaining and thrilling movie that is well worth a watch for fans of the zombie and heist genres.
Duration: 148 min.