Dawn of the Dead Review - Off The Shelf Reviews

[@TheRedDevil-1968]

The "mannequin zombie" was played by John Harrison, who, later, went on to compose "Creepshow" and later George A. Romero films.

[@dylanlewis5113]

I found DOTD at a local dollar store in 2012. It was $5. It became a tradition in my middle school/highschool friend group to watch it every time we hung out. From 2012-2016, we probably watched it a thousand times. Bunch of crazy kids riffing and having fun. We drifted apart after highschool. But I still have that $5 DVD, and I still have the memories. Best $5 I ever spent.

[@evanparrafx]

The more I watch Dawn of the Dead, the more I respect Steven (Flyboy) and consider him an unsung hero. For starters, he stole a helicopter and got his girl, his friend, and a total stranger safely out of the city. He also did his best to save Peter and Fran at the airport despite having no combat training. He stayed awake for two days straight trying to find a safe place for everyone. He also found a way to get through the entire mall undetected and safely. He wanted to find a safe haven for Fran and his baby and hold on to it and marry her. When the bikers broke in, it was endangering this safe haven that his friend Roger died trying to secure. He also taught Fran how to operate the helicopter that ultimately saved her and Peter and his baby. RIP Steven. You're a hero.

[@horrorfanandy4647]

He was definitely heroic, they all look out for each other throughout the film. Steven’s problem was that he was envious of Roger and Peter’s skills and wanted to emulate that. He tries too hard to be the man and pays for it dearly.

[@AkamoriRivals]

Flyboy has the best character development in the entire movie.

[@TheRedDevil-1968]

Naw. He was an idiot. Got cocky, like Roger, and paid the price for it in the end.

[@mattmidgley4275]

Just wanna say lads I have spent the last week sat in a hospital visiting my 87 year old grandmother and the dead videos have been a life saver during this time. Much appreciated. OTSR 👊👊

[@AkamoriRivals]

I think Gaylen Ross's refusal to scream is this movie's one glaring weakness. Instead of appearing human and giving herself the ability to experience character development, she spends these scenes where she refuses to scream, just standing there looking completely inept for no reason. If she screamed, at least that ineptitude could be explained with fear (which any normal person would experience) but instead she just stands there and looks around, like she wandered onto the wrong set.

[@GamerGuysReviews]

I've met Tom Savini. I tried to buy his mustache but he said it wasn't for sale.

[@vhs8669]

I met him recently also. He said the new Nightmare City is a no go. :(

[@chuckyandandy7858]

@@vhs8669 Was he a nice guy?

[@GamerGuysReviews]

@@chuckyandandy7858 He was. I've heard stories that he was a dick (in fact, he told such a tale at his Q&A), but he was chill when I met him.

[@vhs8669]

Yes.. he seemed laid back.

[@fuzer909]

@@GamerGuysReviews My little brother and my folks have met him several times. Such a nice chatty guy, he even showed my mom the Sexmachine prop gun up close.

[@fuzzydunlop1753]

Fun fact: the infamous apartment complex headshot effect was originally meant for a different ending where Fran sticks her head in the rotating chopper blades and gets decapitated, but when that ending got dropped they pretty much just blew the fuck out of the prosthetic head for the swat raid scene instead.

[@binnybros]

The way the jolly end credit music dies out with clock chimes right at the end always creeped me out

[@SorcererOfSoup]

my favorite film in the Living Dead franchise. The movie was filmed at my local mall, so its pretty surreal.

[@AndrewAJT]

SoupGG is there anything from the film that you can still see? I know cinemassacre did a movie location video but that was a few years ago

[@SorcererOfSoup]

@@AndrewAJTSadly the mall looks a lot different. It still has the same basic layout but a lot of the aesthetics have changed.

[@AndrewAJT]

SoupGG this is the video I’m referring to, maybe you could still find some patterns on the wall or corridors? But I guess nothing significant kzbin.info/www/bejne/j2bFnn6Vp5Wbg7c

[@slothstradamus89]

Have you ever heard of the metal band Zao? They're from that city as well, and their singer Dan is a major horror-head. He shows you the mall on their dvd they put out in like '05. Pretty cool.

[@FreeOpenTruth]

Is it even called the Monroeville Mall anymore??

[@giantjulez9632]

I'm from Pittsburgh and have been to the monroeville mall where this was filmed dozens of times. I even got to participate in a zombie walk there a few times.

[@dennisalvarado5134]

That's pretty fucking awesome.

[@BluejayStudios334]

Congrats lucky

[@WrecklessEating]

Ohhhhh looks like I'm not going to bed for another hour now!

[@KingSidJames]

I had DoD on video tape, but *cough* somehow the tape got mixed up with the home alone tape videoed off the telly. My late nan was lent the DoD/Home alone tape....yeh she was not impressed as she was unable to turn off the vcr.

[@shelleywayne4329]

Was there a 3 Hour version of Dawn of the Dead on VHS.

[@fuzer909]

There is one that is almost 3 hours long posted here on KZbin.

[@user-iz9yc3rg5e]

It was a two-tape release, I think.

[@gregmyrkle3425]

It made sense for Peter to use the word zombie, since he mentions his knowledge of voodoo.

[@RetroRanter]

Oh my, oh my, oh my you guys are covering the of the dead trilogy?! You guys cover the best stuff, so happy seeing the channel grow through your hard work and constantly amazing reviews.

[@paulbrown6464]

I don’t agree that Joe Pilato’s role in this is a young Captain Rhodes. Doesn’t make sense that he could join the military and rise so much in the time frame

[@robocopps1]

Great review, guys👍 And, yes: That's indeed the great Jo Pilato ("Rhodes" from Day of the dead) in the beginning of the film at the dock. Sadly, this (and tons of other) scene(s) was deleted from the theatrical release. John Amplas is also seen as a Puerto Rican guy being shot on the roof early in the film, and later as the "machete"-zombie in the mall😃

[@yourdashingheroidol7909]

I think they know it was the same actor, they were discussing wether that could arguably be a young Cpt.Rhodes(Like he is a National Guard Cpt.called into active duty thus leaving his police position for example) in the universe.

[@Jopes17]

What version are these guys watching? they showed some scenes that i've never seen before and I've seen this movie a million times

[@DoomHacker83]

As I understand there are three offical cuts of the film: US Theatrical, European and the extended Cannes version (sometimes labeled Director's Cut).

[@Kaiyanwang82]

Great movie. So strange, how can a movie be so eerie and yet so strangely comfy? Mall cut is great.

[@kylecurry577]

A classic in every way, shape and form. This is a horror masterpiece ...very much like its predecessor NOTLD. Once again George Romero is spot on with his social satire. I’ve seen this movie many times since the late 70s and every time I do watch it and enjoy it that much more! CLASSIC!!

[@alanford3359]

Martinez, the guy shot on the roof, is played by an uncredited John 'Martin' Amplas. Uncredited and a little blacked up.

[@earlsugars699]

Martinez is also Fisher from Day of the Dead

[@Emulous79]

This and Evil Dead II are two of the greatest horror sequels ever. So rewatchable and funny.

[@TheBeird]

"A fist-pump into so many people's lives, he'll be remembered forever." Damn Iain, that's actually quite a beautiful sentiment. I may very well check this film out finally after all these years because of that!

[@thewhizard]

went to horror realm convention in pa took a 20min drive to the monroeville mall. malls totally diff interesting trying to compare the mall to the movie.

[@vinniecorleone62]

Very enjoyable guys, been waiting for you to do this favorite justice! I saw this as a kid on my BMX bike in the 70's, about 15 then which had so much impact on me. I went back with my friends to see it repeatedly that opening week, so damn good, it was mesmerizing on the big screen! I have the special multi-disc DVD set of this today with all the various official versions which I cherish!

[@ZEPPELIN198]

I am lucky enough to live just a few hours from the Monroeville Mall. I visited it earlier this year and it was well worth the trek.

[@FreeOpenTruth]

The clock is gone! The ice rink gone! The arcade is gone! Everything is changed! Its not even recognizable anymore! 😥

[@hypnocilicdreams]

Phenomenal film, phenomenal review. You covered all the bases & much much more, in (as per usual) a highly entertaining way :) Thank you!

[@dylanlewis3038]

My buddy and I always called that bald Zombie in the brown outfit “ the Asian Crossdressing Zombie”, and we would always try to find it in the hordes, same with the blue shirt Zombie that ends up with a gun. We watched this movie a lot. Even after we no longer were friends, I still enjoy the memories.

[@jamesaitchison9478]

Stellar review of the timeless classic Zomie film. Your entheusiasm for this film shines through in your in depth analysis of what stands as the template for Zombie appocalypse movies. Top notch review again guys, i could watch yous discuss films back and forth for hours and be entertained throughout. Love this review...onto Day Of The Dead now 😱

[@johnashley327]

Remember sneaking in to see these movie at the theater right by the Monroeville Mall where the movie was shot.

[@jwnj9716]

Gosh you just want to live in that mall, run around playing with zombies or killing them while listening to the Goblin soundtrack & hang out with these characters. Romero writes a good story while Savini comes up with creative kills. The soundtrack is great & memorable even Gorillaz used some of the scores including Day of The Dead. Yeah its not scary but its a fun time. Day & Night are dark, this one, get your popcorn ready and enjoy the ride.

[@Trademarc1977]

Excellent one, guys. Sick as a dog here, so being able to watch a video of you discussing my favorite movie was a treat. Thanks!

[@andiestewart7423]

Been binging your channel. Glad I found you guys👍

[@davidcokeley2918]

That's the A Team theme with Ken in the end while he's going to the chopper!

[@mongomongo7664]

I'm more scared of the red wallpaper carpet than I am the zombies

[@bentramer682]

It's got something to do with preventing echo in a recording room, so they don't hear the sound technician's breath.

[@therockthehardplace1094]

So it's not just me then

[@davydevilution3483]

You guys Reviewing the classic 'Dead' Films of George A Romero is Fantastic !!! Great stuff, Gary & Iain !!

[@rokradosavljevic5879]

Not only one of the best Zombie films of all time, but one of THE best films of all time. Love it!

[@jonahjones1702]

This, Halloween, American Werewolf in London, The Thing and Nightmare on Elm Street are my top 5 all time horror films. Gary and Iain, you two are awesome reviewers of some of the best films ever and I love seeing notifications for your review uploads. I'd love you both one day to maybe review the Marvel films in order. May be a big task that but I'd love it ans many others would. We live in hope 🙏

[@FireTiger941]

Can't wait for Day of the Dead review!!

[@oskar_oskarewicz]

As always, great review guys, I need to rewatch Dawn soon.

[@thejake267]

My dad was a cop when this movie came out and he would be stationed at the theaters sometimes. He said when the helicopter zombie happened, everyone always went OOOHHHHHHHHHHHHH and loved it

[@chrisperrien7055]

Stuck in a mall, with a bunch of zombies, about 1980? That was no movie. That was every weekend. 😎.

[@Aristotle501]

I can't go to a mall without thinking about this film. I used to frequent Bootle New Strand as a kid and I was always imagining it at night with zombies wandering around it. In case you recognise the name of the place: the New Strand would later become infamous as being the mall where toddler Jamie Bulger was snatched from.

[@birtangooner4730]

Fantastic review guys 👍🎬🎥

[@TheUballe]

Guys, I've been begging you to do this for quite some time, now... to that end, THANK YOU!!! My favorite movie reviewed by my favorite critics? HELL YES!

[@RottenDoctorGonzo]

I heard that the filmmakers didn't know how to turn off the shopping mall music, so they were forced to record while the music played, thereby adding this supercool, artistic (and unscripted) ambience to the film. Can any body coniform this? Great KZbin video, boys.

[@evanparrafx]

Most of the mall music is from the DeWolfe Library, which are generic tracks that are leased and used for films, commercials, etc. The other music is by Goblin. I'm almost 100% sure all of the music was added later since filming while music was playing would be an editing nightmare! All of the ambient music would be cutting in and out and changing during every shot. That would be awful!

[@4daysawake972]

I love you guys. Thank you for existing

[@UnCreativeDeconstructionism]

A Review on a Tuesday thats an hour long??? 😱😮🤯 hell yeah! *Turn Up!*

[@putridsunrise192]

I hope you guys do all the Dead movies (including the remakes.)

[@jonnybaze]

Putting up a small wall with a hidden door would take or week ? 2 days tops. Make plans, gather supplies, frame, hinges, drywall, spackle and paint.

[@billclay2678]

Look at the paper stuck on the camera "WGON-TV", don't know why that is, RedLetterMedia pointed that out

[@evanward4303]

I had the pleasure of working with David Emge years ago doing show carpentry for a wedding. Delightful fellow. We hit it off right away. He never mentioned it himself, but somone else told me he was the star of Dawn Of The Dead. I rented the VHS that night and sure enough, it was him. Next day I tell him "I saw a good movie last night." He goes "Oh yeah, what?" I say "Dawn Of The Dead".

[@deaths_enigma]

Watching these reviews gives me a whole new appreciation for zombie flicks tbh- I've never been partial to them myself (honestly I myself am a sci-fi/creature feature and paranormal type movie junkie myself) but this makes me want to sit down and give these films a try

[@justiceflynn6297]

Beautiful review!

[@Galantski]

Joe Pilato, who played Captain Rhodes in _Day of the Dead,_ is listed in the credits as "Officer at Police Dock".

[@owenshebbeare2999]

With a very 1970's 'stache!

[@6Stevo]

Best episode yet! And I agree totally. This is the pinnacle of zombie movies. Will never be topped.

[@paulmclorinan4502]

Back rewatchin my favourite horror flick by my favourite reviewers .fuckin banging review boys

[@tremblingcolors]

I've watched this movie idk how many times and it still bums me out when Roger dies. Him and Peter are the best part of the movie, Stephen and Franny always just annoy me for the most part. Also, I don't blame Fran and Roger for not sharing their cigarettes with that guy, they don't know when the next time they are going to get any so of course they are stingy.

[@MrHappyclappy123]

Yeah same. Roger and Peters sequences were always so much fun. Him dying was such a bummer

[@AndrewAJT]

Masterpiece film. Thanks for the review!

[@JoelCraike]

My favourite movie of all time

[@Emulous79]

The film is a futuristic metaphor. We are there. Now.

[@22Tesla]

A movie that later went on to inspire the Dead Rising series.

[@UnCreativeDeconstructionism]

YEAAAAAH!!!

[@tomcat2395]

It inspired a hell of alot more than that

[@fuzzydunlop1753]

It inspired pretty much every work of zombie fiction in existence.

[@joranasher550]

@@fuzzydunlop1753 facts, this movie is an absolute classic, no question about it, the longest version is a little over 2 and a half hours long, but it's such a good movie that i don't find it bloated or nothing, day of the dead is great in its own right, bc the practical effects in it are landmark

[@davebooshty299]

I semi recently rewatched this movie but on here , youtube i So lucky Found a Combo of the Director's Cut , European and German Cuts too I think etc all Put Together making it like a 3 hour version overall. (:

[@kirk1701]

My favorite of the Dead franchise. I love the 70s vibe in the acting, the music, etc. I also like the other cuts of the film....which I need to get on DVD or Blu-ray.

[@phillipsutcliffe3219]

One of THE great movies. Love it. So glad you decided to do this!!

[@robertsaul234]

4k from the camera negative is set to be released this coming February.

[@McDylbot]

Never realised before just how much the Krishna zombie looks like Maynard from Tool!

[@anthonylee923]

The best zombie film ever. It never be beat. I love zombie flesh eaters as well

[@ahmetkemal2710]

Fantastic Review as usual guys - it’s a favourite and agree with your assessment 100%

[@jamesaitchison6272]

Please do a review of Day Of The Dead to complete the Dead Trilogy review, thank you. Love your reviews, your Dawn Of The Dead review was fantastic, a real fan of the Genre review.

[@Stereostupid]

I love these reviews just as much as the movies!! I picture myself hanging out with you guys laughing and talking hah a😂

[@TheRedDevil-1968]

THE GREATEST ZOMBIE FILM...EVER ! INFACT, ONE OF THE GREATEST FILMS EVER MADE.

[@leecroft1983]

Great zombie movie but I still can’t get over how bad the zombies look (apart from the iconic “airport zombie” in the black and red jacket with the right side of its face ripped apart and when both Roger and Stephen turn) I can’t take them seriously. They looked so much better in Night of The Living Dead. Day is still my favourite of the franchise and still my number one zombie movie.

[@tyronesmallwood4419]

Why do I wanna be in this situation so bad??? Especially this movie. I hope my heaven or hell is reliving this movie for all eternity lol

[@Grandmastergav86]

Zombie Flesh Eaters and Living Dead At Manchester Morgue are two wonderful zombie flicks that it would be cool to be covered on this channel.

[@raymondknight5298]

I always looked at 10:40 as he was a zombie, not a person that was alive anymore trapped in that room.

[@ghostlightx9005]

Helicopter zombie always reminded me of Odd-Bod from Carry on Screaming.

[@hildawgsoldtimetastytampon2042]

guys, the entire Mall Hours Extended Cut is available to watch on youtube for free. also, let me know if you guys ever come up inverness way and i'll buy you a pint or 7

[@schibleh531]

I remember people laughing at the idea that we will act this selfishly in a zombie apocalypse or some other serious threat like that and yet here we are in the corona times, we have people fighting and hoarding foods and other goods for themselves, others who spread false information about causes and cures and let's not forget the arrogant, careless bunch who just flat out refuse to wear mask, endangering themselves and everyone around them. It's just amazing how these old zombie movies predicted this outcome.

[@TheRaveMusicArchive]

Masks lol 😂

[@TheyTalkOnline]

Best of the series for sure!!!

[@JoelCraike]

And My favourite movie of all time too

[@chuckyandandy7858]

Great review, guys! Love this film.

[@billclay2678]

The guard at 13:28 moves his head toward the wall, so he can be grabbed.

[@AarenJable]

One of my favourite movies, and possibly my favourite zombie movie. Sure; it's a sloppy film on a technical level in some ways, but I absolutely love Dawn. I remember watching it for the first time when I was a wee nipper, one of my friends at school lent me a VHS copy, absolute horror classic, thanks for another great review guys, I'm looking forward to seeing what you make of the rest of the Dead series.

[@TheUballe]

I think I've watched this review at least 20 times. I'm surprised their reviews don't generate more views for this channel.

[@chadbrick67]

You'll be pleased to know its coming out of proper 4k UHD HDR10 in the new year February 20/20. 2 versions I've heard both full 4k UHD HDR10

[@91MoonKnight]

20:03 can be applied to what is happening today with COVID 19

[@jeffn4836]

I still prefer Return of the Living Dead as my definitive zombie film (that movie had the most bleak and hopeless chances of survival) but I appreciate Romero’s films because he paved the way.

[@Thomas-VA]

Enjoyed the Crazies remake as well as Dawn of the Dead 2004.

[@Stalker8494]

love those edgy guys in movies like willie

[@rockyl9120]

Great conversation! Absolutely love Dawn of the Dead. I actually find this bleaker and more chilling than Day although Day is my favourite and I watch it more than Dawn. Think that stems from me watching this as a young kid when it was first released on home video in the UK, uncut (Betamax!) before Mary Whitehouse said otherwise. Used to be really scared of watching it, but used to really look forward to seeing it at the same time (we hired it out a few times). Also being made in the late 70’s setting gives it a certain feel / vibe and I always found Fran and Stephen a weirdo couple! Agree the Hare Krishna zombie is truly the stuff of nightmares. So glad to own the full uncut version!

[@jakesutcliffe6836]

Great review

[@AubreyTheKing]

THE BEST LIVING DEAD SEQUEL IN THE SERIES! You GOTTA LOVE Dawn of the Dead! George A Romero has out done himself once again with this gem! Hollywood remaking Dawn of the Dead was one of the most DUMBEST ideas they have ever done! To be honest, the reboot wasn't THAT bad....but it still was a dumbass idea to even try to remake this wonderful classic! If it ain't broke, DON'T FUCKING FIX IT!

[@perrymehta6438]

This is my fav film in the living dead franchise. One of my fav movies. One of the best movies ever made

[@dennisalvarado5134]

Anyway you guys can review the remake?

[@JoeyD_3636_]

Thank you

[@ryanjon1981]

Just watched this movie for the first time about a week ago. Loved it! Great job on the review guys, love your feedback and thoughts on the film. So....Day of the dead now?

[@MrEnergee1987]

Please soon do a review of the 1987 cult classic ‘three o’clock high’

[@peterversionone]

No more room in hell. How sad

[@iamtrappedonanisland998]

Well... i WAS going to bed... Lol Grabbing some snacks.. Thanks Guys!!