The Return of the Living Dead

The Return of the Living Dead primarily elicits **Humor** due to its iconic dark comedy, slapstick elements, and memorable, often absurd, zombie behaviors like seeking brains and talking. This is strongly balanced by **Fear** and **Anxiety** as the characters face relentless, intelligent, and grotesque zombies, creating genuine moments of horror and suspense. Viewers also experience **Joy** and **Happiness** from the film's energetic punk rock vibe and entertaining absurdity, alongside **Disgust** from its practical gore effects and melting zombies. **Surprise** arises from the unexpected twists in zombie lore, while the overall premise and visuals are often **Disturbing** in their unique take on the undead.