Dawn Of The Dead (1979)

In this scene from Dawn of the Dead (1979) again you can see the director’s auteur influence with two unconventional characters not conforming to the stereotypes( Andrew Sarris auteur theory, saying how the film reflects the directors personality, reflecting on racism, something Romero has personally experienced throughout his life) .  Peter being a survivor was out and a modern context for the time of the film being released as a black survivor was unseen outside of Romero films.  Also Peter making the plans and is the most likeable male hero in many ways was very unconventional. Throughout the film Peter is a likable character as he is determined to save his brother and Andy in the gun shop.  Following the conventions of standard horror films, Fran should have died as she is blonde and has sex with Stephen in the mall, however she also survives. Also a blonde female with a gun and being able to use it well is unconventional. Finally them both surviving and fly away together hints that they have an interracial relationship which at the time of the film was a big taboo.  The narrative in the film is an open ending, as u don’t know how it finishes you only see them fly away in the helicopter. The cinematography of a medium shot showing both of the characters emotions make you feel for the characters .