Anna and the Apocalypse

Anna and the Apocalypse

Year: 2018

Runtime: 93 min

Language: English

Director: John McPhail

Echo Score: 68
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During a chaotic Christmas season in the small town of Little Haven, a zombie apocalypse erupts, forcing a group of teenagers, including Anna, to fight for their lives. As the undead overrun their community, they find strength in their friendships and must band together to navigate the dangerous new reality and uncover the secrets behind the outbreak.

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1

Anna's Graduation Dreams

In the quaint town of Little Haven, Scotland, Anna Shepherd is nearing her graduation from school. Despite facing disapproval from her widowed father, Tony, she dreams of traveling for a year before attending university.

Little Haven, Scotland
2

The Friendships and Dilemmas

As Anna navigates her aspirations, her friends are dealing with their own issues. John secretly harbors feelings for Anna while grappling with his passion for art, and Chris struggles with a challenging class project.

Little Haven, Scotland
3

Chaos at the Christmas Show

During the school’s Christmas show, tensions rise among the students. Chris's girlfriend Lisa is set to perform, while Anna and John are busy at the local bowling alley, oblivious to the brewing storm in their town.

Little Haven, Scotland
4

Zombie Infection Erupts

A zombie infection unexpectedly erupts, throwing the town into chaos. As Anna and John go about their day, they are unaware of the danger looming around them, leading to unforeseen encounters.

Little Haven, Scotland
5

First Encounter with a Zombie

Anna and John's first shocking encounter reveals the horror of their situation when a zombie disguised as a snowman attacks. Anna demonstrates her resourcefulness by swiftly decapitating the creature using a seesaw.

Little Haven, Scotland
6

Barricading at School

Upon arriving at school, Anna and John discover various adults seeking refuge from the chaos. Tensions rise between Mr. Savage, the vice principal, and Tony as they debate whether to venture outside or stay barricaded.

School in Little Haven
7

Retreat to the Bowling Alley

Realizing the dangers both at home and school, Anna and John retreat to the bowling alley to regroup with Chris and Steph. The safety of their haven quickly unravels as new dangers lurk in the shadows.

Bowling Alley in Little Haven
8

Confrontation with the Janitor

In a harrowing turn, Steph confronts a zombified janitor, alerting a group of zombified bowlers. A bloody battle erupts as the group struggles to survive, highlighting the severity of their predicament.

Bowling Alley in Little Haven
9

Military Rescue Plan Fails

As dawn breaks, the group wakes to the grim reality that the military rescue plan has collapsed. Zombies have overrun the forces, prompting the group to return to school in hopes of finding other survivors.

Little Haven, Scotland
10

Nick Joins the Group

Nick, who had a fleeting romance with Anna, revels in the chaos and decides to assist the group on their perilous journey. Amidst the turmoil, Anna acknowledges John's feelings by referring to him as her 'best friend.'

Little Haven, Scotland
11

Ambush at School

The situation escalates as the students face a sudden ambush from zombies at the school. Tragically, Nick's group suffers losses, and John sustains a serious injury during the chaotic assault.

School in Little Haven
12

John's Sacrifice

In a heart-wrenching moment, John sacrifices himself to ensure Anna's escape, solidifying his enduring love for her. His selfless act adds further emotional weight to their fight for survival.

School in Little Haven
13

Confrontation with Mr. Savage

Upon finally reaching the school, Anna faces off against Mr. Savage, who has allowed zombies inside in a desperate bid for control. The struggle intensifies as she fights for survival and seeks to save her father.

School Auditorium, Little Haven
14

The Final Showdown

Realizing that her father has been bitten heightens the stakes in the confrontation. As Anna prepares for a final showdown, she bids farewell to Tony, knowing she must fight for her own survival.

School in Little Haven
15

Anna's Escape

In the story’s culminating moments, Anna escapes Little Haven, leaving behind her once-beloved hometown for an uncertain future. Her journey is bittersweet, marked by both loss and the hope for safety ahead.

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