George A. Romero

Filmmaker, director of 'Night of the Living Dead'

George A. Romero - Filmmaker, director of 'Night of the Living Dead'
Born

February 4th, 1940
85 years ago

Died

July 16th, 2017
7 years ago — 77 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A prominent filmmaker renowned for pioneering the zombie horror genre. Directed the influential film 'Night of the Living Dead' in 1968, which became a cultural landmark and critical success. Continued to direct several sequels, including 'Dawn of the Dead' and 'Day of the Dead'. His works often included social commentary, addressing issues such as consumerism and the human condition within horror narratives. Contributed to the development of independent horror cinema and influenced numerous filmmakers across the globe until his passing in 2017.

Directed 'Night of the Living Dead'

Created 'Dawn of the Dead'

Produced 'Day of the Dead'

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