Exploring the evolution of vampires in film and television, this collection reveals their transformation from monstrous figures to romantic icons and cultural symbols. Covering a wide array of titles, it includes over 30 exclusive interviews with notable creators who share insights into their experiences with the genre. Accompanied by personal photographs and design images, the work serves as both a reference tool and a celebration of the vampire mythos, making it an essential resource for both fans and professionals in 2023.
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- 2023
- 2023
Exploring the evolution of vampires in film and television, this collection reveals their transformation from monstrous figures to romantic leads and aspirational icons. It features a diverse array of vampire portrayals across cultures and genres, including interviews with notable creators like Jim Wynorski and Neil Jordan, who share insights and personal anecdotes. Accompanied by exclusive photographs and detailed cross-references, this comprehensive work serves as both a valuable reference for enthusiasts and a significant contribution to the vampire genre in 2023.
- 2023
Contagion and the Vampire
The Vampiric Body as Locus of Disease and Global Epidemics in 21st Century
- 112 Seiten
- 4 Lesestunden
Exploring the vampire's deep-rooted connections to infection and disease, this book delves into its evolution in the 21st century as a symbol of modern anxieties surrounding viral outbreaks and epidemics. The vampire embodies contagion, manifesting in various forms from animals to environmental threats. It contrasts life and death, with blood representing vitality and the vampire epitomizing mortality. The study argues that the true source of contemporary fears is not the foreign outsider, but rather the enduring monstrosity of Western culture itself.
- 2023
Covering the evolution of vampires in film and television, this comprehensive two-volume collection explores the genre from its inception with iconic films like Nosferatu to contemporary hits like Twilight. It presents a unique narrative from the vampire's perspective, highlighting its transformation from a monstrous figure to a romantic icon. The work includes over 30 exclusive interviews with notable creators in the field, accompanied by personal photographs and design images. Enhanced with detailed cross-references and indexes, it serves as an essential resource for enthusiasts and professionals alike.
- 2023
Exploring the evolution of vampires in film and television, this two-volume collection delves into their transformation from monstrous figures to romantic leads and cultural icons. It features a diverse range of vampire portrayals across global cinema, including interviews with notable writers, directors, and actors who share insights and behind-the-scenes images. With comprehensive cross-references and extensive indexes, this work serves as both a reference tool and a significant contribution to the vampire genre, appealing to enthusiasts and professionals alike.
- 2021
Vampires from Another World
The Cinematic Progeny of H.G. Wells' The War of the Worlds and Bram Stoker's Dracula
- 202 Seiten
- 8 Lesestunden
Set against the backdrop of 1897 London, the narrative intertwines the worlds of Transylvania, Mars, and London through the motif of the vampire. It delves into the concept of the "vampire from another world," examining how this figure reflects societal anxieties about alien beings and the darker aspects of human nature. The book offers a unique exploration of these themes, linking classic literature to contemporary concerns about identity and otherness.
- 2020
Vampiric narratives are examined for their eco-friendly implications, portraying vampires as integral to global ecosystems while critiquing globalization and consumerism. Through a fresh analysis of Bram Stoker's Dracula and various films, the book presents the vampire as both a destructive force and a potential eco-warrior, highlighting the complex role these figures play in addressing environmental concerns.