Draft:Uncontained
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| Directed by | Morley Nelson |
| Written by | Morley Nelson |
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| Cinematography | Bo Hakala |
| Edited by | Charlie Gerszewski |
Production company | Gravel Road |
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Running time | 99 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Uncontained is a 2025 American horror-thriller film written, directed by, and starring Morley Nelson. The film explores themes of survival, family, and moral ambiguity during a viral outbreak that transforms people into zombie-like creatures. It was released on March 11, 2025, and is available for streaming on Screambox and through various digital platforms.
Plot
[edit]Dan (Morley Nelson), a drifter, wakes up buried under snow in a remote, forested region amid the spread of a mysterious infection. He stumbles upon two siblings, Jack and Brooke, living in isolation in a technologically advanced home. Their parents are missing, and Dan becomes a reluctant guardian.
As the story unfolds, Dan discovers that Jack might be infected with a variant strain of the virus that causes him to shift between human and feral states, similar to a werewolf. At the same time, a Homeland Security agent is hiding her son’s infection from government authorities.
Tension rises when Brett Carson (Peter O'Meara), a militia leader, arrives with his team searching for his missing daughter, Melanie (Courtney Blythe Turk). The militia’s presence threatens the fragile peace Dan has created, forcing him and the children to fight for survival—not just from the infected, but from those who claim to be protectors.
Cast
[edit]- Morley Nelson as Dan
- Peter O'Meara as Brett Carson
- Courtney Blythe Turk as Melanie
- Supporting cast includes Homeland Security agents and militia members.
Themes
[edit]Uncontained examines the nature of humanity in crisis, highlighting ethical dilemmas, emotional trauma, and the blurred line between human and monster. The infection in the film does not result in typical zombies but rather cyclical, partial transformations, lending a fresh take on the genre.
Production
[edit]The film is Morley Nelson's feature directorial debut. A former police officer, Nelson also wrote and produced the film. The narrative focuses on atmosphere and character over action, distinguishing it from typical zombie horror.[1]
Release
[edit]Uncontained was released on March 11, 2025. It premiered on Screambox and became available on digital platforms including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Google Play.[2]
Reception
[edit]Critical reception to Uncontained was mixed. Some reviewers praised its emotional weight and character-driven approach, while others criticized its slow pacing and uneven performances. However, it has gained a modest cult following for its unique concept and narrative structure.[3]
References
[edit]- ^ "Uncontained (2025) – Where to Watch". Moviefone. Retrieved May 27, 2025.
- ^ "Uncontained: An Unconventional Family-Affair Zombie Film". 25YearsLaterSite. March 17, 2025. Retrieved May 27, 2025.
- ^ "Uncontained (2025)". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved May 27, 2025.
External links
[edit]- Uncontained at IMDb