Dawn of the Dead 1978
“When there’s no more room in HELL, the dead will walk the EARTH!”
What is Dawn of the Dead?
Dawn of the Dead is a film first released in 1978. Catalogued under Horror, Science Fiction.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1978
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 127 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 2, 1978
- Studios
- Dawn Associates, Laurel Entertainment
- Genres
- Horror, Science Fiction
- Updated
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Overview
Dawn of the Dead is a film first released in 1978. Catalogued under Horror, Science Fiction. Produced and broadcast by Dawn Associates, Laurel Entertainment. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A zombie outbreak forces unlikely survivors to fortify a quiet shopping mall.”
- Iconic zombie horror with social satire
- Tense mall confinement creates suspense
- Features performances by David Emge, Ken Foree, Scott Reiniger, and Gaylen Ross
- Runtime exceeds two hours
- Graphic gore may be intense for some viewers
Watch it if you enjoy tense, character‑driven zombie horror with a satirical edge.
The film’s intense gore and bleak atmosphere make it suitable for mature audiences.
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What is the basic premise of the film?
During a zombie epidemic, a group of survivors seeks refuge inside a shopping mall.
Who are the main characters?
Two Philadelphia SWAT team members, a traffic reporter, and his television‑executive girlfriend.
Where does most of the story take place?
Inside a suburban shopping mall.
What genre does the movie belong to?
It is a horror and science‑fiction film featuring zombies.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is about two hours and seven minutes.
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