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Night of the Living Dead: The Definitive Guide to George Romero's Undead Masterpiece

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Night of the Living Dead (BFI Film Classics)

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George Romero's 1968 horror masterpiece, Night of the Living Dead, has forever changed the face of cinema. This seminal film introduced us to the terrifying concept of the flesh-eating zombie, and its influence can still be seen in countless films, television shows, and video games today.

In this definitive guide to Night of the Living Dead, renowned film historian Nicholas Royle delves into the film's cultural impact, narrative significance, and enduring legacy. Royle provides a comprehensive analysis of the film, from its groundbreaking special effects to its controversial social commentary.

Night of the Living Dead is more than just a horror film; it is a powerful allegory for the social and political unrest of the late 1960s. Royle explores the film's themes of race, class, and gender, and how these themes resonate with audiences today.

Royle also provides a detailed account of the film's production history, from its humble beginnings as a low-budget independent film to its eventual status as a cult classic. He also discusses the film's critical reception and its impact on the horror genre.

Night of the Living Dead is a must-read for any fan of horror cinema. Royle's definitive guide provides a fascinating and insightful look at one of the most important and influential films of all time.

Key Features

A comprehensive analysis of Night of the Living Dead, from its groundbreaking special effects to its controversial social commentary.
An exploration of the film's themes of race, class, and gender, and how these themes resonate with audiences today.
A detailed account of the film's production history, from its humble beginnings as a low-budget independent film to its eventual status as a cult classic.
A discussion of the film's critical reception and its impact on the horror genre.

About the Author

Nicholas Royle is a renowned film historian and author. He is the author of numerous books on horror cinema, including "The Gothic: A Very Short " and "The Horror Film: A Critical ." Royle is also a professor of English at the University of Sussex.

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