Dead Snow

Name: Dead Snow
Director: Tommy Wirkola
Genre: Horror, Comedy
Released: 2009-01-01
Duration: 88 min
Rating: 6.0
Cast: Vegar Hoel, Charlotte Frogner, Stig Frode Henriksen, Lasse Valdal, Evy Kasseth Røsten

2009Dir. Tommy Wirkola1h 28m

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Runtime1h 28m

Released2009

Budget$800K

Box office$2.2M

DirectorTommy Wirkola

About This Movie

Dead Snow is a wild blend of horror and dark comedy that leans heavily into its absurd premise. You’ve got this group of medical students hitting the slopes in Norway, only to stumble upon a zombie horde of Nazi soldiers. The pacing is brisk, keeping you on your toes with both tension and laughs. The atmosphere is thick with dread, and the snowy backdrop contrasts sharply with the gore. Practical effects are done pretty well, giving it that tangible feel that CGI often lacks. The performances give off a charmingly goofy vibe, which helps balance the horror elements. It’s a unique take on the zombie genre, not often you see Nazi zombies in a ski resort setting, right? Definitely a quirky pick for collectors.

Nazi zombies meet dark comedyGreat practical effectsUnique setting and premise