Night of the Living Dead: A Terrifying Legacy

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Night of the Living Dead (1968), directed by George A. Romero, revolutionized the zombie genre and became a cultural landmark. Despite a modest budget, its legacy is immense, influencing generations of filmmakers and social commentary in horror. This episode explores the film's origins, its accidental entry into the public domain, and its underlying social critique, especially its bold portrayal of race and societal collapse.

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