Movie of the Day: Ziam – Muay Thai Meets Zombies
Today’s horror pick is the action-horror film Ziam, released on Netflix yesterday. The film blends Muay Thai action with a zombie outbreak in Bangkok, Thailand, set during a worldwide climate crisis. With food shortages forcing many to rely on insect farming, a corporation’s new fish product leads to disastrous consequences. When a man who ate the fish dies and reanimates as a zombie, it sets off a violent infection, rapidly turning the hospital where Singh’s girlfriend, Rin, works into a zombie-infested nightmare.
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Plot Overview
Singh, a former underground Muay Thai fighter turned courier, rushes to the hospital to find Rin, but the building is now overrun by zombies. Armed with his Muay Thai skills, Singh must fight his way through the hospital’s ten floors to save her. The film delivers exactly what it promises: a series of fight scenes filled with punches, kicks, and brutal action. While the zombie premise might require a suspension of disbelief, Ziam excels in delivering bloody action and practical effects.
Action-Packed with Some Gory Fun
If you’re looking for a fun action-horror experience, Ziam hits the mark. The choreography of Muay Thai against zombies is entertaining, and fans of bloody, practical gore will enjoy it. However, the film lacks depth in terms of character development. While Singh and Rin’s relationship is fleshed out, secondary characters feel underdeveloped, and some emotional moments fail to land due to lack of connection. Despite its simple plot, the movie is enjoyable if you’re after pure action and gore.
Comparing Ziam to The Sadness
Ziam may remind viewers of the 2021 Taiwanese horror film The Sadness, which also features a virus outbreak and a protagonist fighting to reunite with his girlfriend amidst chaos. While The Sadness is far gorier and features non-zombie infected, it makes for a solid double-feature alongside Ziam. You can watch The Sadness on Shudder if you’re looking for more violent horror.
Horror Industry News
In addition to movie recommendations, here’s the latest horror industry news:
- Fangoria Chainsaw Awards Nominations: The nominees for the 2025 Chainsaw Awards have been announced, and voting is now open on Fangoria’s website. You can cast your votes until July 20th, and the awards show will stream on Shudder in October.
- Eli Roth’s New Indie Horror Company: Eli Roth has launched The Horror Section, an indie production company with plans to release four films per year, including theatrical releases. Their first release, Jimmy and Stiggs, will hit theaters on August 14th.
- Neon’s “Next Wave of Horror” Panel at Comic-Con: Neon will be hosting a panel at San Diego Comic-Con on July 25th, featuring directors and actors from their upcoming horror films. Expect insights from Keeper, Together, and Shelby Oaks among others.
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Penulis: Amelia Juniarti
