Dance of the Dead 2008

Overview

Dance of the Dead is a 2008 American independent zombie comedy film directed by Gregg Bishop and written by Joe Ballarini. The film has a runtime of one hour and twenty-seven minutes and is classified under the horror and comedy genres. The cast includes Jared Kusnitz, Greyson Chadwick, Chandler Darby, Lucas Till, Blair Redford, and Carissa Capobianco.

The story is set at Cosa High, where students are preparing for their annual prom. As the teenagers focus on the rituals associated with the dance, the dead unexpectedly rise to consume the living. This sudden reanimation forces various groups within the school, including cheerleaders, geeks, bad boys, and student council members, to set aside their differences. These polar opposite cliques must unite in a final effort to save their town from the zombie threat. The film was released in the United States on October 14, 2008. It explores the chaotic events of a single night as the students transition from typical high school preoccupations to a desperate struggle for survival against the undead.