French poetic realist tradition – style and aesthetics
Lyrical quality – limited dialogue; very visual and enigmatic; slow pace
Supernatural horror – themes of duality emphasised e.g. through use of reflection. ‘Haunting’, ‘creepy’, ‘strange’ Style.
The returned don’t behave like classic zombies
Allegorical elements: Apocalyptic context – the dead rise; biblical references: names (Simon, Pierre, Thomas); resurrection; the flood; Pierre as leader/speaker (St Peter?)
Mogwai soundtrack – haunting
Pace is completely different. No ‘shoot ’em up’ sequences
