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Deadspiel 2008

8 min📅 2008-10-19

"The Greatest Curling Zombie Film Ever Made!"

Ever wondered what happens when you mix the chill precision of curling with the relentless hunger of the undead? Deadspiel (2008) delivers a darkly comedic twist on zombie lore, blending sportsmanship with sheer survival instinct.

Director: Jay Molloy

Cast

Mark Constantineau
Zombie 3rd
Stewart Craven
Human 3rd
Joe Frans
Human 4th
peter higgins
Zombie 4th
Chris LeSauvage
Human 2nd
Matt Olmstead
Human skip
Daniel Rose
Zombie skip
Jeff Stevenson
Zombie 2nd

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Deadspiel (2008) about?

Deadspiel pits a human curling team against a squad of zombies in a high-stakes match where sportsmanship collides with survival. The film explores themes of competition and humanity through a darkly comedic lens, all within the confines of a single curling rink.

Who directed Deadspiel?

Jay Molloy is at the helm of this unconventional horror-comedy, bringing a director's touch to its quirky premise.

Who stars in Deadspiel?

The short features Mark Constantineau, Stewart Craven, Joe Frans, Chris LeSauvage, and Matt Olmstead as the core cast.

Is Deadspiel (2008) worth watching?

Though unrated on IMDb, Deadspiel is a hidden gem for fans of micro-horror and absurdist comedy. Its tight runtime and clever premise make it a standout in the zombie genre, offering laughs and chills in equal measure.

How long is Deadspiel?

Deadspiel runs for 8 minutes, a perfectly paced micro-film that delivers its quirky story in a flash.

About Deadspiel (2008) — A Zombie Curling Comedy That's Far from Frozen

Ever wondered what happens when you mix the chill precision of curling with the relentless hunger of the undead? Deadspiel (2008) delivers a darkly comedic twist on zombie lore, blending sportsmanship with sheer survival instinct. Directed by Jay Molloy, this 8-minute micro-horror-comedy pits a team of humans against a squad of zombies on the ice, forcing both sides to confront an age-old question: can you really call a game when one side is literally dying to win? With its snappy pacing and absurd premise, Deadspiel carves out a niche that's as surprising as it is hilarious.

This isn't your typical zombie flick—far from the shuffling horde or gory action, Deadspiel leans into the absurdity of a deadpan curling match gone horribly right. The atmosphere crackles with tension as sweat meets shambles, and the line between competitor and corpse blurs. Shot with a sharp eye for visual gags and understated horror, the film turns a quirky premise into a memorable short that lingers like a well-placed stone on the ice.