Army of the Damned

Army of the Damned

Year: 2013

Runtime: 85 mins

Language: English

Director: Tom DeNucci

Horror

While filming a reality television show, a group of small-town police officers are called to investigate what seems like a routine domestic disturbance. However, the situation quickly escalates into something far more sinister and dangerous, revealing a terrifying threat to the community and forcing the officers to confront a horrifying reality.

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Timeline & Setting – Army of the Damned (2013)

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Time period

Post-apocalyptic future

The movie takes place in a future where a zombie outbreak has overrun Las Vegas, leading to prolonged quarantine and extreme measures such as nuclear strikes. The outbreak's events span several years, showing the aftermath of the initial chaos and survivors navigating the new world order driven by desperation and greed.

Location

Las Vegas, Nevada

Las Vegas serves as the central setting of the film, known for its vibrant casinos, entertainment attractions, and desert surroundings. The city's unique architecture and lively atmosphere contrast with the chaos brought by the zombie outbreak. It becomes a walled-off zone where the story unfolds amid its iconic landmarks.

🎰 Casino City 🌆 Entertainment Hub 🌵 Desert Landscape

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Main Characters – Army of the Damned (2013)

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Scott Ward (Dave Bautista)

A former mercenary haunted by past trauma, especially the death of his wife and his estrangement from his daughter. He is tough, pragmatic, and driven by a sense of responsibility to protect his loved ones and complete risky missions for survival.

🧔🏼‍♂️ Tough 🛡️ Protective 🌪️ Haunted

Kate (Ella Purnell)

Scott’s daughter, a compassionate and resilient young woman who seeks connection and safety. Her encounters highlight her vulnerability but also her strength as she navigates a world filled with danger while longing for familial bonds.

👧 Young 💪 Resilient 💖 Family-oriented

Lilly (Nora Arnezeder)

A resourceful smuggler known as ‘The Coyote,’ she’s tough and pragmatic, willing to do anything to survive and help others escape the zombie-infested city. Her complex motives include revenge and self-preservation.

🦊 Cunning 🤝 Resilient 🏹 Rebellious

Zeus (Richard Cetrone)

A colossal zombie and alpha leader, characterized by his strength, brutality, and mournful attachment to his undead baby. He embodies the apex predator in the zombie hierarchy, driven by primal instincts and grief.

🧟‍♂️ Alpha 🐉 Powerful 😢 Mournful

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Major Themes – Army of the Damned (2013)

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🧟‍♂️ Survival

Survival is a core theme, highlighting the lengths characters go to in order to stay alive amid relentless zombie threats. The film explores human resilience, moral dilemmas, and sacrifice as characters confront deadly situations and moral decay.

💰 Greed

Greed motivates several characters, especially billionaire Tanaka and Vanderohe, who risk everything for money, revealing how greed drives human actions. The pursuit of wealth leads to betrayal, danger, and tragedy, emphasizing how obsession with riches can corrupt morality.

👪 Family and Reconciliation

The relationships between Scott and Kate, and among other characters, focus on themes of family, regret, and forgiveness. Scott’s attempt to reconnect with his daughter and protect her underscores the importance of familial bonds amidst chaos.

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