DANTE'S INFERNO - THE ASCENSION

I can see this being developed into an HBO series, it reminded me of the Last of Us. I loved the suspense, use of flashbacks, and the horse..

The film surprised me with its balance between personal drama and the post-apocalyptic setting. The father’s guilt hits harder than the usual “post-apo” tropes. The flashback structure is sharp and emotionally precise.

Short, dynamic, clear. A man trying to find his family. I rooted for him the whole time.

Was moved by the climactic scene and how we see Dante's courage crystallize from the photo of his family. Had me fist pumping. Impressive horse riding, CGI and stunt cinematography in that sequence as well.

What struck me wasn’t the action but his guilt. He’s trying to redeem himself for losing his family even before the apocalypse.

Damn, the scene with his wife and daughter wrecked me. When he’s calling for Layla in the woods. Chills.

Loved the way the British woodland was shot. Dark, damp, but alive. It mirrors the character’s inner state beautifully.

Too much melodrama, not enough “Inferno.” I wanted more monsters, more visual horror, not only emotional suffering.

The horse is practically a supporting character, loved that. The horseback action scenes are clean and feel real, no fake stunt vibes.

Great post-apocalyptic atmosphere. Abandoned stations, dead zones, radio broadcasts—everything pulls you straight into the world.

Great concept, but I wanted more world-building. The Reapers are mentioned a lot but don’t feel like a fully developed threat.