Night of the Living Dead

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Summary: Dead still lives on as best of horror
Review: This is the film that started it all. Horror movies have mocked it since--with few coming close to its "raw" terror. George Romero's Night of the Living Dead is probably the best B-movie ever made and is still the most stylish, sinister horror flick produced. It isn't the story per se that makes Night a classic. Night chronicles the war waged by seven average joes holed up in a remote farmhouse with little power and less hope as an army of flesh-eating zombies approach. Ironically, it is the lack of high-tech special effects that make Night unforgettable. Romero's shoestring production values(such as black and white film and seemingly amateur actors) makes the entire proceeding feel real, not like a movie. And the carnage, while gruesome, is remarkably restrained in its overall use, making Night even more realistic. It is also noteworthy that Night made a bit of film history in its casting of an African American as its leading man. With the exception of Sidney Poitier, most 60's black actors were never portrayed as powerful, let alone given the helm of a movie. Duane Jones's character is resoruceful and powerful and is a forceful presence that easily dwarfs his acting counterparts. All told, Night still lives on as the best of the horror genre.

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Summary: Good horror movie
Review: This is with difference the best zombie horror movie ever made, from the moment we see the first zombie, until the siege to the house. The black and white makes the movie more mysterious, because you never know what's going to happen after. Maybe for problems in the budget the story seems incomplete when one of the character, explains what did he saw when zombies attack a truck. I wish we could see that scene (if it exists). Years after they made the remake, good enough, but not as George A Romero's original. If you want a good zombie movie buy this one.

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Summary: MILLENIUM EDITION IS THE BEST DVD SO FAR!!
Review: This review is mostly for the dvd. I don't think i have to mention hwo good the movie is because everyone knows its a classic horror film. Anyway, many people are always confused on whether which version to get. There are so many out there it is frustrating. But let me re-assure you night of the living dead fans that the Millenium Edition is the way to go. First off, You finally get to see the original classic in the most clear and amazing dvd transfer ever. Great sound, no dark or muddy looking scenes. Everything is crystal clear. The Anchor Bay versions out there are garbage, they added all these un-edited and terrible scenes. They just ruin the classic, don't waste your money on the 30th anniversary edition or limited edition. Pure TRASH! The bonus material on the millenium edition is also better, an interesting interview with Duane Jones, two insightful commentaries, some of George A. Romero's lost films including "NIGHT OF THE LIVING BREAD". My only problem with this dvd is that they should of added a nice long documentary on this classic film. Other than that it is the best version out there!!

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Summary: Truly a cult classic!!!!!!!!!
Review: When I first saw this film it scared the Hell outa me. George A Remero is a genuis. this film spawned a new genre of horror movies like "Halloween," and The "Evil Dead" series. This film is definately the best horror movie of all time. Although Black and White films are mostly corney and dull, this is one of those films that set the standards for future movies to come.
Anyway, A satalite from outerspace let out radiation from the planet Venus and is causing the dead to walk. Barbara (Judth O'dea) and her brother Johnny (Russel Streiner) go to visit a deseaced family member to pay respects.
Barbara and Johnny were attacked by the famous cemetary ghoul (Bill Heinzman). Barbara Escapes to the car and makes it to a nearby farmhouse only to meet her hero Ben (Duane Jones) who helps her through this incredible ordeal. later they find out five people are in the basement hiding out. Ben and the others must come together to defeat these terrible flesheating creatures outside. This is my favorite film of all time and I defenitally recommend it. I give it two thumbs up. I also liked the remake in 1990 by Tom Savini. He did an exellent job of bringing back the characters although it was missing the erie atmosphere the original had. Savini's good, but he'll never be a George Remero.

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Summary: no no no, don't buy the 30th anniversary edition
Review: Yes, Night of the Living Dead is an excellent, classic zombie movie, but the 30th anniversary edition is a sham with new footage, sound effects, and music haphazardly sandwiched in along with the original film. I have no problem with remaking a good movie. The 1990 remake of Night of the Living Dead was fantastic. Remakes or remasters are one thing, but adding brand new scenes to such a beloved film makes no sense. The producers of this final product (George Romero was not involved) should be ashamed of ruining a classic movie.
The new footage, and when I say new, I mean new, shot 30 years after the original, has little to do with the original and really disturbs the flow. New sound effects and score are so heavy handed that they distract you from actually enjoying the movie.
Please be aware that you are not buying a remastered Night of the Living Dead, but a remastered Night of the Living Dead with several new unrelated scenes, music, and sound effects. I just don't want anybody else to get burned on this like I did.