livingdead
The living dead is a term used to describe beings that are dead yet exhibit life-like characteristics. In folklore and fiction, they are used to explore fear of death, corruption, disease, and social anxiety.
The phrase distinguishes animated corpses from the living, while undead is a broader category. Within traditions,
Folkloric roots include Haitian Vodou zombies, where individuals are said to be controlled through ritual or
In contemporary media, living dead are often portrayed as reanimated beings that can spread harm. George A.
The concept commonly serves as allegory for disease, consumerism, or existential dread, and appears across horror,