Planet Terror
Two doctors find their graveyard shift inundated with townspeople ravaged by sores. Among the wounded is Cherry Darling, a dancer whose leg was ripped from her body. As the invalids quickly become enraged aggressors, Cherry and her ex-boyfriend El Wray lead a team of accidental warriors into the night.
Release Year
2007
Runtime
105 min
Audience Score
6.7
Genres
Horror, Action, Thriller
Story Snapshot
Two doctors find their graveyard shift inundated with townspeople ravaged by sores. Among the wounded is Cherry Darling, a dancer whose leg was ripped from her body. As the invalids quickly become enraged aggressors, Cherry and her ex-boyfriend El Wray lead a team of accidental warriors into the night.
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Planet Terror is a dark pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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