: The movie focuses heavily on the psychological toll of isolation, the struggle for survival with limited resources, and the importance of human connection.

: Reviewers praised the film for being a "nifty little thriller" that felt relatable during the COVID-19 pandemic. It holds a generally positive rating on platforms like Rotten Tomatoes .

This film is a post-apocalyptic zombie thriller that gained significant popularity for its timely themes of isolation during its 2020 release.

While eventually released in 2021, Vivo was originally scheduled for a 2020 theatrical release before pandemic-related delays.