Fulci’s “Zombi 2” Delivers Unforgettable Zombie Mayhem and Ocular Trauma
Lucio Fulci‘s iconic “Gates of Hell” trilogy boasts a formidable collection of shambling undead, but his 1979 film, initially conceived as a sequel to George A. Romero’s “Dawn of the Dead,” stands out for its visceral horror. Known internationally as “Zombi 2” and “Zombie Flesh Eaters,” the film plunges viewers into a Caribbean island overrun by flesh-eating ghouls. The movie is renowned for its enduringly shocking imagery, from the legendary underwater battle between a shark and a zombie to a particularly graphic depiction of eye trauma.
The film’s reputation for extreme gore is well-earned,cementing its status as a landmark in zombie cinema.