By-TorX-1 Zombie Flesh Eaters 2 (or Zombi 3) is a bizarre affair from beginning 'til end. The plot has absolutely no logic at all, and when the zombie action kicks in it is indeed like watching a video game narrative unfold. Thus, as characters move through differing levels, the zombies do not simply shuffle towards them, or even run; instead, they inexplicably lurk in and leap out from increasingly illogical places, and these include: ponds, cupboards, kitchens, rafters, the sky, and even haystacks (the latter of which provides a truly surreal sight). Furthermore, the zombie skill level gets progressively more sophisticated: from the traditional shamblers, to kung-fu action, ultra-fast machete assault, and, best of all, a flying zombie head attack. In addition, weapons to fight the undead are simply found in order to fight the undead, just like in a game. Indeed, how many hotels just happen to have a box of M.16s and shotguns handy? How many have flamethrowers just propped up against a wall? Well, the hotel in this movie does, and I am certainly going to ask about such provision the next time I check in to my next hostelry. In terms of director, the film is credited to the gore-loving Italian Zombie King, Lucio Fulci, but there are no visual or thematic traces of his unique approach on offer. However, the final level of kudos has to be zombie cinema's first undead DJ, who still chats away amiably over the airwaves and continues to play tunes (I would have thought he'd play Death Metal, but sadly, he doesn't). So, the film is truly terrible, but it is also marvellous and totally re-watchable, just don't expect any Fulci touches.

Scott LeBrun A follow-up rather than a sequel to "Zombi 2", this film was begun by "Zombi 2" director Lucio Fulci, who had to leave the production due to a stroke. Second unit director Bruno Mattei and screenwriter Claudio Fragasso were then asked to step in and finish what he'd started. They cut his approximately 70 minutes of film down to about 50 or so and then added about 40 minutes of their own. Once again, apocalyptic events abound, due to the actions of a terrorist, who'd tried to abscond with a biological weapon. He gets infected, and when his body is later cremated, it allows the virus to spread and infect other innocent people, who die and return to life as crazed, ugly killers. A group of uninfected survivors struggle to make it to safety.As you can see, this is a rather routine plot, but the directors do what they can to at least make it entertaining. One good thing is that the gore is lots of fun; few people can do splatter and zombie makeup as well as the Italians. The movie begins its life as being agreeably cheesy and comical, to alter its tone somewhat in its second half and become more atmospheric. What's interesting to note is that at one point we actually hear a zombie talk, a zombie with whom one of the main characters is all too familiar. A hilarious and memorable highlight is seeing a severed zombie head fly out of a refrigerator and attack someone. Horror fans will roar with laughter when they see this. This would seem to indicate that the movie is never meant to be taken too seriously.One thing that really makes "Zombi 3" entertaining is the utter absurdity of the performances, especially Robert Marius as Dr. Holder. His delivery is just riotous. Adding some flavour is the presence of a DJ character somewhat like Super Soul in "Vanishing Point": Blueheart, a really cool cat. Deran Sarafian, who just so happens to be the son of director Richard Sarafian, who did "Vanishing Point", stars as good guy soldier Ken, and he'd go on to direct Hollywood action pictures such as "Death Warrant" and "Terminal Velocity". Lovely lady Beatrice Ring co-stars as the determined Patricia who keeps moving and doesn't let a limp stop her. It's also great to see Ottaviano Dell'Acqua, the worm eye guy from "Zombi 2" and the lead in "Rats: Night of Terror", as another of the soldiers.Ultimately, "Zombi 3" isn't destined to become iconic like its predecessor did, but it's perfectly acceptable entertainment while it lasts.Seven out of 10.

The-Green-Fuz I just picked up the Zombie Pack from Shriek Show a couple days ago and watched Zombi 3 (1988) for the first time. I'll admit I'm reasonably easy to impress with a zombie flick because as long as there is some carnage and fun to be had, I'm happy with it. With that said however, this one went beyond just a simple curiosity and might have earned a spot among my favourite zombie flicks.This is the one that was started by Fulci until he dropped out of its production before its completion due to health and possibly creative reasons. I'm sure it could have been much better with him around, but it is still a very fun outing. It has all sorts of different types of zombies in it and some really crazy things go down. A couple highlights (out of many!) for me would be the scene in the garage where the girl gets chased by the super fast, machete wielding zombie. I also loved the infamous floating head scene. This film is just full of unbelievable *beep* that could only have ever been put to film in an old Italian outing.Yes it's cheesy, yes it's dumb, yes it's insane, yes it doesn't always make sense, but damn is it ever entertaining. Sorry for overhyping it for those who haven't seen it as it definitely requires a special type of viewer to enjoy it, but I would recommend it to any seasoned zombie aficionado who is looking for some more obscure oddball outings.

MovieGuy01 I thought that Zombie Flesh Eaters 2 was quite a good horror film When a terrorist's body, infected with a stolen chemical, is recovered by the US military, the corpse is then cremated, releasing the virus into the atmosphere over a small island. Soon the infected locals turn into flesh-hungry zombies, and a group of soldiers on leave must team up with a group of tourists and board themselves up in a abandoned hotel as they try to fight off the aggressive living dead. I did not find this film to be as good as the original film, Zombie Flesh Eaters. But it was still an OK horror film with some good action. I did not think that it was one of the best in the series. 4/10