Pathogen
Director: Emily Hagins
Actors: Rose Kent-McGlew, Alec Herskowitz, Tiger Darrow
PlotIn a quiet suburban neighborhood, a mysterious and deadly virus begins to turn ordinary people into bloodthirsty zombies. The outbreak takes everyone by surprise, leading to chaos and panic as the infection spreads rapidly. The story follows a young girl named Dannie, who uncovers the initial stage of the epidemic after noticing strange behavior from classmates and teachers at her school. Her determination to find answers drives her into dangerous situations, where she discovers that the virus might be linked to a peculiar experiment gone wrong. As she learns more about the impending threat, the community's obliviousness becomes more perilous, leaving Dannie to rely on her own wits and courage.
Facing an escalating crisis, Dannie, along with a small group of friends she trusts, feverishly works to piece together the origins of the virus and find a potential way to stop it. The group delves deeper into theories surrounding the epidemic and encounters terrifying circumstances that challenge their survival instincts. As fear and paranoia ripple through their town, the situation grows more dire by the minute. Moments of camaraderie are interspersed with terrifying confrontations, testing their friendships and resolve. They must navigate a world falling apart around them, hindered by the lack of communication from adults who remain unaware or in denial about the full scope of the disaster. Their journey is fraught with tension as they confront not only the infected individuals but also their own limitations in facing this unforeseen nightmare.
Writers: Emily Hagins
Release Date: 25 Mar 2006
Runtime: 68 min
Rating: N/A
Country: United States
Language: English
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Pathogen
Blu-ray Review
Score: 48
Pathogen is an ambitious debut by a 12-year-old, showcasing creativity despite technical flaws; a must-see for its inspiring making-of documentary.