Post-Apocalyptic Survivor with Dog at Dusk

A cinematic, post-apocalyptic scene at dusk: A rugged young man in patched leather armor walks through the ruins of a forgotten city, his loyal German Shepherd (or scarred mutt) trotting beside him, ears alert. The cracked asphalt underfoot is overgrown with weeds, and skeletal buildings loom like tombstones, their shattered windows reflecting the last bloody light of the sun. A gas mask dangles from the man’s belt, his rifle slung across his back, while the dog carries a makeshift pack strapped to its sides—supplies for the road. Key Details: The Pair: The man’s face is shadowed by a hood or a worn-out cap, his eyes sharp with survivalist instinct. The dog’s fur is dusted with ash, one ear nicked from past battles, but its posture is unwavering. Environment: Rusted cars sit abandoned mid-street, vines strangling their frames. Faded graffiti warns "God Forgot Us" on a collapsing billboard. A distant wildfire smudges the horizon with smoke. Lighting: The sky is a sickly amber, streaked with pollution, casting long, jagged shadows. A single working streetlight flickers erratically overhead. Atmosphere: Dust motes swirl in the air. The wind carries the sound of distant thunder—or perhaps artillery. Style & Vibe: "The Last of Us" meets "Mad Max"—grounded but mythic, with textures so gritty you can taste the rust. Shot on desaturated Kodak film with boosted contrasts, emphasizing the harsh reds and deep blacks. Wide-angle lens to emphasize the emptiness, or a tight over-the-shoulder shot to immerse the viewer in their journey.