Zombie at 17 Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for Zombie at 17.
Zombie at 17 Ending Explained: With the exception of losing her older sister in a hit-and-run, 17-year-old Tia Scott has had a pretty normal life. Directed by Alexandre Carrière, this 2018 thriller film stars Laurie Fortier (Kate Scott), alongside Celeste Desjardins as Tia Scott, Seamus Patterson as Flynn Murson, Carson MacCormac as Connor Foster. Rated 5.1/10, the conclusion has sparked discussion among viewers.
What Happens at the End of Zombie at 17?
With the exception of losing her older sister in a hit-and-run, 17-year-old Tia Scott has had a pretty normal life. That is until she starts exhibiting strange symptoms and realizes she's caught a virus that's slowly turning her into a zombie. Desperate to find a cure, the only person she trusts is a loner at school, Flynn, a self-proclaimed expert in all things paranormal. But Tia's life gets even worse when a friend of her boyfriend, Connor, is murdered. Tia knows that Connor's friend Jason is involved but going to the cops makes her a target and with the clock ticking until Tia's too far gone to recover, she enlists the help of her mother Kate and a reclusive doctor in hopes they'll stop the disease before Jason finds out she's the snitch.
Alexandre Carrière's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Laurie Fortier (Kate Scott)'s journey. That is until she starts exhibiting strange symptoms and realizes she's caught a virus that's slowly turning her into a zombie.
How Does Laurie Fortier (Kate Scott)'s Story End?
- Laurie Fortier: Laurie Fortier's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
- Celeste Desjardins (Tia Scott): Celeste Desjardins's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- Seamus Patterson (Flynn Murson): Seamus Patterson's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of Zombie at 17 Mean?
The ending of Zombie at 17 brings the narrative to a close, though viewer reception has been mixed. The resolution of Laurie Fortier's story may not satisfy all audiences.