The Miami Zombie Attack Prank Video is Controversial
Jennifer Gosnell — June 4, 2012 — Pop Culture
References: globalgrind & mostwatchedtoday
Vitaly Zdorovetskiy has taken it upon himself to create a 'Miami Zombie Attack Prank' video in light of the recent cannibalism incident in the Florida city. The video, which features Zdorovetskiy running around in a ripped and bloodied shirt growling and lunging at people, has drawn some major criticism. The controversy surrounding the viral video centers around Zdorovetskiy's insensitivity in regards to the incident of cannibalism that actually resulted in the death of a 65-year old homeless man.
Not only was this video extremely controversial, but it was also difficult for Zdorovetskiy to have made. At the 2:00 mark, he notes that he actually almost got shot. People had been put on alert after the real incident and Zdorovetskiy's 'Miami Zombie Attack Prank' video definitely scared a lot of people.
Not only was this video extremely controversial, but it was also difficult for Zdorovetskiy to have made. At the 2:00 mark, he notes that he actually almost got shot. People had been put on alert after the real incident and Zdorovetskiy's 'Miami Zombie Attack Prank' video definitely scared a lot of people.
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