# Cartoon-Inspired Zombie Photography The Scooby-Doo vs. Zombie Apocalypse Series is Dark and Gritty By Meghan Young | Published 2013-08-08 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scoobydoo-vs-zombie-apocalypse References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2013/08/07/Scooby-Doo-Meets-Actual-Zombies/) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10151694348077853&set=a.10151620528147853.1073741825.12657467852&type=3&theater) The Scooby-Doo vs. Zombie Apocalypse photo series gives the retro [animated cartoon show](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/junji-ito-artwork) a gritty twist. In this reality, the beloved and even dopey characters are badass killers facing off real zombies. The images are so impressive, it might inspire a movie house to pick up the Scooby-Doo franchise for another go at a more serious cinema experience. Shot by Jeff Zoet Visuals, the Scooby-Doo vs. Zombie Apocalypse photo series can attribute some of its inspiration a few of the original cartoon episodes. The gang did face off [undead creatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smashers-horror-house) from time to time after all. Expect they didn't look as melodramatic as they do here. Dark and gritty, it really is strange to see Shaggy with a loaded gun, as Neatorama happens to point out. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Dark-styled Cartoon Photography:** Businesses can explore the opportunity to create edgy and visually striking photography projects that reimagine beloved cartoons in a darker and grittier style. - **Retro Cartoon Reinventions:** There is an opportunity for industries to reimagine classic cartoon franchises in a more mature and serious manner, offering audiences a fresh take on familiar characters. - **Animation Crossovers with Unexpected Themes:** By merging unexpected themes, such as zombies and beloved animated shows, businesses can disrupt the entertainment industry by creating unique and attention-grabbing content. ### Who This Affects Most - **Photography and Visual Arts:** The photography industry has the potential to explore new avenues by creating dark and gritty photo series based on popular cartoons, attracting a different audience segment. - **Film and Animation:** The film industry has an opportunity to reinvent classic cartoon franchises, offering audiences a more serious and cinematic experience, which can lead to a revival of nostalgic IPs. - **Entertainment and Media:** The entertainment industry can disrupt the market by exploring unexpected crossovers between different genres and themes, creating unique and captivating content that appeals to diverse audiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mystery Cartoon Clog Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scoobydoo-crocs.md) - [Mystery Cartoon Bodycare](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scoobydoo-x-lush.md) - [Fashionable Zombie Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zombaes-critter-chaos.md) - [Collectible Halloween-Themed QSR Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burger-king-scoobydoo.md) - [Horror-Creature-Inspired Footwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/universal-monsters-collection.md) - [Revived Retro Animations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-animated-series.md) - [Multi-Layered Chocolate Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scooby-shake.md) - [Dark Vampire-Series Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vampire-slayer-collection.md) - [Undead Energy Drink Refreshments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zombie-apocalypse-red-bull-infusion.md)