| First Platoon | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Chris Gabriel |
| Produced by | Michela Angelini |
| Written by | Chris Gabriel |
| Starring | Scott Gibson Malcolm McDowell Sid Haig John Kassir Arron Shiver Jennifer Skyler, |
| Music by | Bart Samolis |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
First Platoon is an upcoming post-apocalyptic zombie comedy film which is currently in pre-production and is slated for release in 2011. It was written and directed by Chris Gabriel, and Produced by First Earth Films and Laughing Jack Entertainment.
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First Platoon centers around Rock Brannigan (Scott Gibson) and his ragtag squad of ex-military zombie hunters trying to make a living in the desert Southwest two years after the zombie apocalypse. Along the way they encounter the grizzled Pa Jericho (Sid Haig), and the eccentric Rex Necro (Malcolm McDowell).
Writer/Director Chris Gabriel created First Platoon with the goal of staying true to classic zombie movies, such as the Living Dead films of George A. Romero in a way that traditional fans will revere, while still offering plenty of hilarity and action.[1] Originally slated to shoot in New Mexico, First Platoon will now be filmed on location in Southern Nevada,[1][2] with leading man Scott Gibson playing the role of Rock Brannigan (originally cast as Alan Tudyk[3]). In order to prepare for their roles, actors Scott Gibson,[4] Jennifer Skyler, and Arron Shiver will undergo military style training under the supervision of Capt. Dale Dye USMC (Ret.), who is the military adviser for the film.[5]
Currently First Platoon is scheduled for release in late spring or early summer of 2011.[6]