The angle of this shot is another expressionist angle. The
high angle connotes the lack of power and the vulnerability both characters
portray. The lighting in the shot is ambient which makes it more believable and
realistic. The lighting makes Stephens facial expressions clearer than
Francine’s however both of them look unhappy and discontent with life. It’s
obvious from the shot this is the aftermath of sexual intercourse, Francine’s
glum expression suggests that Stephen wasn’t fulfilling in bed. This backs up
that his lack of ability when it comes to guns is a phallic hint of the lack of
power he has sexually over women. The fact they have had sex makes Francine a
stereotypical female victim as it is a common stereotype that they usually have
sex before their death. This is challenged in Dawn of the Dead as Francine
survives. This proves Romero’s auteur style as he is known for challenging
stereotypes and going against the norm.
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