RISE OF THE ZOMBIES

Cinemavixion Review

Nick Lyon's "Rise of the Zombies" plunges viewers into a post-apocalyptic San Francisco, where the undead have rendered the mainland a death trap. The narrative centers on a beleaguered group of survivors who seek refuge within the formidable walls of Alcatraz Prison. However, their sanctuary proves temporary as the zombie horde breaches the island, forcing a desperate return to the mainland. The film, released in 2012, features a cast including Danny Trejo, Mariel Hemingway, Ethan Suplee, and LeVar Burton. While the plot offers a familiar survivalist premise against a relentless zombie onslaught, the unique setting of Alcatraz provides a potentially compelling backdrop for the escalating chaos and the characters' fight for survival against overwhelming odds.