This scene is used to represent the
conventional horror theme of sex and the taboo. Having just slept together, the
shot connotes Peter’s failure as a male through the bored, lifeless expression
that both characters are illustrating. The cinematography helps to convey this
theme; a non-diegetic soundtrack plays creating tension and portrays the
awkward, unfulfilled, dejected feelings that are being suggested while using a
slow zoom out from the scene.
George A. Romero illustrates
consumerism through this scene. Having everything they could have craved for
and more, the characters become tired of the same routine and being able to get
everything they want for free.
When concentrating on the auteur
theory by Andrew Sarris, George A. Romero reveals contextual issues through his
films and depicts racism, political satire and character stereotypes
profoundly. The idea of flipping character stereotypes is shown in this shot,
having Stephen lie down and mope about, whilst Fran sit up, resting her elbow
on her leg and blatantly revealing her body.
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