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post #31 of 41
9/3/06 at 12:29pm

Re: Best vampire movies

While reading about some of these films at the IMDB I came across Vampire Circus (1972).
Sounds intriguing. It's set in 19th Century Europe, but is only available from Great Britain.
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post #32 of 41
9/3/06 at 12:37pm
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I forgot to mention one of the starngest, and weirdest vampire films of all time.

VAMPIRES KISS. I believe it was released in 1988. Nic Cage is an absolute nut in this film, after he believes he is transformed into a vampire. Jennifer Beals is the vapire mistress(Very sexy) that transforms him. His actions in the film especially toward the end, are more like watching a full blown paranoid schizophrenic walking the streets of New York raving about being a vampire. This movie is a lot of fun. I highly recommend the dvd, which has some great audio commentary by Cage, and the Director.
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post #33 of 41
9/3/06 at 12:40pm
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Originally Posted by Henry Gale
While reading about some of these films at the IMDB I came across Vampire Circus (1972).
Sounds intriguing. It's set in 19th Century Europe, but is only available from Great Britain.

Henry,
Vampire Circus is indeed a very good film. One of the best Hammer Horror films that I have seen.
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post #34 of 41
9/3/06 at 12:49pm

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The best vampire film of the 90's is The Night Flier. The story, adapted from a Stephen King tale, is very unique of it's genre. Turning a short story into a feature film isn't always the easiest thing to do, but this film doesn't fall into any of the traps typical of such adaptations.

Miguel Ferrer is sheer perfection as sleazy reporter, Richard Dees. Ferrer has always been a favorite of mine, and he successfully makes Dees the most compelling antihero since the likes of Snake Plissken and Richard Chance came onto the scene in the early 80's. He owns this film and delivers what is perhaps his best performance to date. The film boasts one hell of an ending too.

I also really enjoy Larry Fessenden's Habit, which seems to be quite the acquired taste. Most people I've come across have hated this one. Their loss I suppose.
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post #35 of 41
9/3/06 at 8:30pm

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my favorite Dracula wil always be Christopher Lee. Those bloodshot eyes show evil.

The Hunger has the greatest 10 opening minutes for a vampire film before it starts going downhill from there.

Underworld is the best Vampire action film I have seen.

I am surprised no one has mention Captain Kronos: Vampire Hunter yet. fantastic film.
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post #36 of 41
9/3/06 at 10:01pm

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Regarding Vampire's Kiss, I could never get into that film....although I do give it credit as being one of the most unique vampire storylines. I guess it was just a little too bizarre for my taste.

From Dusk Till Dawn is a pretty good Vampire film. I love how it instantly changes tone from one type of film to another.....it just adds to the bloody chaos that follows on the screen.

One more TV film from the 70's that I wish was on DVD was Vampire starring Richard Lynch, Jason Miller and E.G. Marshall.


.....and yes, I have to say that Christopher Lee is my all-time favourite Dracula. His portrayal of the character has always been able to send a chill up my spine.
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post #37 of 41
9/4/06 at 2:10pm

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I don't know if animation counts but there is a really wonderful anime series called "Hellsing" which puts a really interesting twist on the vampire lore.


Then there is Joss Whedon's "Angel" which I found far more enjoyable than Buffy The Vampire.

As far as movies goes, I'll have to go with Blade and Blade II. I know both films are obvious answers but I really enjoyed both movies, even the third is entertaining. I still think the first Blade is the best Batman film I have ever seen and the best Batman film that David Goyer has ever written.
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post #38 of 41
2/18/07 at 12:22pm
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I would also like to add Vamp from 1986 with Grace Jones, and Chris Makepeace. I've had it on dvd for a few years, but never watched it until last week. On HBO in the late 80's I seen it a few times, but over the years had forgotten completely about it, so when I watched it on dvd, it was quite different than what I remembered. Very good vampire flick.
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post #39 of 41
2/20/07 at 6:17pm

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Awww... no one mentioned John Carpenter's Vampires (not that they necessarily should have, mind you). Support your local Baldwin, people!
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post #40 of 41
2/21/07 at 2:04pm

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Underworld 1&2 - I like the style of these. Removing the need to feed off humans was a good idea and makes sense that they'd pursue that kind of science so they can remain independent of and hidden from us in modern times. I really got the impression they live in their own nighttime world separate from ours. Plus Kate Beckinsale is hot and there's lots of action.

Interview w/t Vampire - People seem to be hot or cold on this one. I think its got a unique story and interesting mythology. However, I read the 2nd-4th books long before I saw the movie which is based on the first book. Knowing Lestat's backstory probably helps my enjoyment a bit.

Bram Stoker's Dracula - I don't care for some of the acting, but the better actors make up for that. I thought the romance angle was an interesting take on it. Overall a good story and for me that's really important in any movie.

Near Dark - Haven't seen it in many years, but I recall liking it a lot when I did.


No mention of Blackula?
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post #41 of 41
2/22/07 at 12:32pm

Re: Best vampire movies

THE FEARLESS VAMPIRE KILLERS
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