Zombies have seen a spike in interest these past few years, but most movies tend to tackle the initial outbreaks or what happens in the midst of the chaos. Ellen Page has agreed to star in a film that looks at what happens after an undead pandemic has been largely handled, called The Third Wave.
Sounding a little like a cinematic version of BBC Three's In The Flesh, the new movie is set after the virus that has turned many humans into zombie-like creatures has been cured. But those who were affected and are now either human again or dealing with their symptoms face problems in society, and even within their own families. The events that happened during the plague weigh heavily, and civil unrest is fomenting, with the government forced to take action.
Sam Keeley is also aboard the film, which has David Freyne writing and making his directorial debut after selling the concept via an eponymous short film. "The Third Wave brings an entire new perspective to the zombie genre, which I love," Page says in a statement carried by The Hollywood Reporter. "David Freyne truly shifts his lens on society's role in the apocalyptic world. I'm so grateful for this opportunity to share his thoughtful approach to horror with audiences." The cameras will be rolling in Ireland later this year.
Page, who was last seen here in Freeheld, is attached to a remake of Flatliners and has provided a voice for animated adventure Robodog.