Rare 2001 Korean VHS Reissue of Dawn of the Dead – A Mismatched Horror Gem!

Collectors of rare horror VHS releases, take note! This 2001 South Korean reissue of George A. Romero’s Dawn of the Dead (1978) is one of the most bizarre and intriguing video releases ever. While the tape itself faithfully presents Romero’s zombie classic in English audio with Korean subtitles, the cover art is a shocking mashup of Italian horror influences.

Unusual Cover Artwork & Design

Instead of using the original Dawn of the Dead artwork, this VHS release features:
‍Front Cover: Artwork from Lucio Fulci’s City of the Living Dead (aka Gates of Hell, 1980).
‍Back Cover: The iconic worm-eyed zombie from Lucio Fulci’s ZOMBIE (1979), alongside genuine Dawn of the Dead publicity stills.

This unofficially Frankenstein’d design makes this release highly sought after by VHS collectors, horror historians, and fans of obscure international releases.

Release Specifications

Title: Dawn of the Dead (1978)
Country: South Korea
Audio: English
Subtitles: Korean
Format: NTSC
Ex-Rental: Yes

If you’re a collector of rare zombie VHS tapes or love the strange and unexpected in international horror releases, this Korean Dawn of the Dead VHS is a true must-have!

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