George A. Romero’s 1968 Night of the Living Dead is a pioneering horror film that redefined the genre and established the zombie as a modern cinematic monster. Shot in stark black-and-white, the low-budget indie film used its gritty realism to amplify a sense of dread, portraying a group of survivors trapped in a farmhouse as the dead rise and attack. With its subversive social commentary—particularly on race, violence, and societal collapse—Night of the Living Dead shocked audiences and critics alike, breaking taboos and paving the way for the future of horror as a medium for cultural critique. It remains a cornerstone of horror cinema, influencing generations of filmmakers and solidifying Romero’s legacy as the godfather of the zombie genre.
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