1st DOTD (1979) Image Analysis

This scene in Dawn of The Dead (1979) is when we see the characters enjoying life in the mall and making the most of the mall. In this image we can see Peter & Stephen in the bank holding money up to the security camera. We can also see all the money on the desk which they look like they are going to take away in the bags which are on the desks as well. This picture connotes consumerism as even though there is a zombie apocalypse they are still concerned about having money and other valuables. Back in 1979 consumerism was a big thing and malls were very popular. Romero did not agree with this consumerism being a good idea and this shows his auteur influence, Also Stephen shows he is greedy whilst they are enjoying the mall as when the red necks invade the mall Peter tells Stephen to leave them but instead he shows his greed as he shoots at the bikers because he wants to protect his stuff in the mall which eventually leads to his death.