Review of Night of the Living Dead (1968) by Nicole H — 03 Feb 2011
The 35mm black and white film lends a documentary feel to the film, the unremarkable US setting makes the film extra eerie, as if the events in the film could have happened anywhere and with a largely unknown cast, anyone, connecting the characters to the audience in an intimate way; by unapologetically addressing the taboo (of the sixties anyway) and adding a sly undercurrent of social commentary and nihilism, Romero sets himself apart as an American horror film icon in this fantastic debut. Throw in a creepy soundtrack and you're on the edge of your seat as the plot unfolds. This movie is still relevant and frightening in 2011, possessing some of the most iconic/compelling scenes in horror.
Romero's masterpiece Night of the Living Dead is a genre-defining, nay, a genre-CREATING classic. If you love horror movies, this is one classic you should NOT miss.
The only problem I have with it is that the female characters are relatively useless, but it isn't enough to tarnish the film in the least. Besides, the hero is African American, which was somewhat controversial at the time.
This review of Night of the Living Dead (1968) was written by Nicole H on 03 Feb 2011.
Night of the Living Dead has generally received very positive reviews.
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