Apocalypse Z (2024) is a horror thriller directed by Álvaro de la Torre, a Spanish filmmaker who has captured the blend of narrative tension and visual beauty like few others. Adapted from the best-selling novel by Manel Loureiro, this film transforms an apocalyptic story into an unforgettable cinematic experience. The plot starts in an apparently tranquil Galicia, where normality fades as a zombie pandemic unleashes, transforming the lives of its inhabitants into a fight for survival.

Although much of the action takes place in Vigo, what truly stands out is the way the film uses both the urban and natural landscapes of Galicia to intensify the sense of isolation, uncertainty, and constant danger.

What distinguishes the film is its ability to capture the unique atmosphere of a European city in crisis. Vigo, with its port, cobblestone streets, and desolate parks, becomes a living narrative element that evolves with the story. Chaos erupts with force, and the plot unfolds through the eyes of an ordinary protagonist, played with intensity by Carlos Bardem, who, like the others, faces the unknown with no answers or resources.

Without relying on excessive plot twists, the film takes us on a journey where survival, moral decisions, and despair intertwine until the last frame. The cinematography by Clara Solanas and the haunting soundtrack by Jordi Sanchís provide an immersive atmosphere that reinforces the sense of constant threat.