FilmNRZombie Comedy Horror Survival

Juan of the Dead2011

Name: Juan of the Dead
Genre: Zombie, Comedy Horror, Survival
Released: 2011-10-14
Rating: 6.7

“He's Havana killer day.”

Directed by Alejandro Brugués

6.7

Crypt Score

Blended from 3 sources

IMDb 6.4Rotten Tomatoes 83%TMDB 6.2

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Year

2011

Runtime

96 min

Box Office

Budget

$3,000,000

Revenue (worldwide)

$324,834

Domestic

$18,000

🏆 8 wins & 5 nominations total

The premise

While Havana is full of zombies hungry for human flesh, official media reported that the disturbances are caused by dissidents paid by the United States. Panic seizes all until Juan comes to the rescue: he discovers he can kill the undead destroying his brain, and decides to start a small business under the slogan "We kill your loved ones."

Horror Vault's take

When the streets of Havana erupt into a flesh-hungry frenzy, Cuba's state media insists the chaos is nothing more than American-funded dissidents causing trouble. Unfazed by the official spin, small-time schemer Juan spots an opportunity where others see only catastrophe — launching a one-of-a-kind business venture with a very unique service offering. Equal parts gore and sharp political wit, this Cuban genre gem turns the zombie apocalypse into a biting commentary on Caribbean life and resilience. It's an unlikely crowd-pleaser that proves the undead can thrive just as well in Havana as in Hollywood.

Content: Graphic Violence, Gore, Dark Humour Involving Death