The document outlines common codes, conventions, and tropes found in zombie horror films including having a tight-knit group of protagonists isolated in an apocalyptic, deserted world. It notes the contrast between slow and fast editing during chase scenes and the use of abandoned, urban locations. Typical ways to kill zombies include shooting them in the head, and mainstream zombie films often follow cliches like the dumb blonde dying first and having a pretty, fit lead girl and heroic, fit lead guy alongside an annoying character that causes problems.