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Radu Jude's 'Dracula' is a three-hour satirical film that humorously critiques artificial intelligence by blending it with the myth of Vlad the Impaler, creating a deliberately absurd vampire epic that makes a unique commentary on technology and humanity.
Blood of Dawnwalker is an upcoming fantasy RPG from Rebel Wolves, featuring a half-vampire protagonist in a 14th-century medieval Europe setting, with a focus on combat, stealth, and player choice, set to release in 2026 on multiple platforms.
Rebel Wolves and Bandai Namco have released a gameplay overview for The Blood of Dawnwalker, an action RPG set in a vampire-influenced world with day/night gameplay mechanics, strategic combat, and a narrative sandbox, scheduled for release in 2026 on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Robert Eggers' adaptation of 'Nosferatu' features a standout performance by Lily-Rose Depp, who captivates as a woman grappling with unconscious desires in this psychosexual fairy tale. The film breathes new life into the classic vampire narrative, showcasing Eggers' signature style and Depp's revelatory acting.
"Abigail" is a clever and inventive horror movie that combines elements of vampire and haunted-house genres, following a group of criminals tasked with kidnapping a 12-year-old girl named Abigail. As they try to keep her company in a secluded mansion, they find themselves facing unexpected and gory events, leading to a suspenseful and surprising story. The film, which premieres on April 19 in US theaters, is praised for its effective storytelling and adherence to vampire lore, despite some strained moments towards the end.
"Abigail" offers a fresh and exciting take on the vampire genre, featuring a band of crooks hired to kidnap a mysterious man's daughter, who turns out to be a ballerina vampire and the daughter of Dracula. The film, led by a talented ensemble cast, combines dark humor and bloody violence, making it a standout horror film of the year. Directed by Radio Silence, "Abigail" promises to be a thrilling and entertaining experience for horror fans.
In the new film "Abigail," directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, a group of criminals kidnaps a wealthy girl, only to discover she is a vampire. The exuberantly over-the-top horror-comedy features an ensemble cast including Alisha Weir, Dan Stevens, and Melissa Barrera, and is praised for its smart screenplay and entertaining blend of black humor and excessive gore. Weir's mesmerizing performance as the pint-sized bloodsucker adds to the film's anarchic and wildly entertaining nature.
"Abigail" is a monotonous genre mashup that fails to deliver any real surprises, presenting a heavy and excessive portrayal of a kidnapped girl who turns into a feral child with vampiric tendencies. The film's characters are portrayed as annoying and the overall tone is described as overwrought generic schlock, lacking the dramatic lightness of classic horror films. The movie is criticized for its relentless physicality and excessive violence, with the review suggesting that it is a step backward for the directors of the last two "Scream" films.
Researchers have reconstructed the face of a 16th-century Italian woman, buried in a mass grave for plague victims, who was believed to be a vampire due to a brick found in her mouth. The facial reconstruction, based on scans of the remains and historical data, revealed that the woman was around 60 years old and of lower class. The practice of placing a brick in the mouth of a suspected vampire was connected to the paranoia during the bubonic plague outbreak, and this is the first time archaeology has successfully reconstructed the ritual of exorcism of a vampire.
Scientists have reconstructed the face of a 16th-century woman found buried with a brick jammed into her mouth on the Venetian island of Lazzaretto Nuovo, believed to prevent her from feeding as locals thought she was a vampire. The woman, who lived into her 60s, was found in a mass grave from the bubonic plague era, and researchers used forensic reconstruction to investigate whether the brick was placed before or after her death, ultimately concluding that it was likely inserted while she was still alive.
Scientists have reconstructed the face of a 16th-century woman buried with a brick in her mouth on the Venetian island of Lazzaretto Nuovo, believed by locals to be a vampire responsible for the plague. Forensic researcher Cícero Moraes investigated the possibility of the brick being inserted while she was alive and concluded that it was feasible. The woman, who lived into her 60s, was found to be a lower-class European. The discovery sheds light on burial practices and superstitions of the time.
Vampire survival action RPG V Rising will leave Early Access and launch for PC via Steam on May 8, followed by PlayStation 5 later in 2024. Players can explore a vast open world, hunt alone or gather a clan, fear the sunlight, raise their castle, and compete or cooperate with other players. The game offers a variety of weapons and abilities to master, and can be played solo, cooperatively, or in persistent online multiplayer mode.
EvilVEvil, a vampire cooperative first-person shooter, is set to launch for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam this summer for $19.99. Players take on the role of powerful vampires fighting against an all-powerful evil, unlocking artifacts and weapon mods to adapt their play style. The game features 11 episodic missions for one to three players and three playable characters with unique abilities.
Olivia Rodrigo delivered a fiery performance of her hit song "Vampire" at the Grammy Awards, with Taylor Swift among the enthusiastic audience members. The 20-year-old singer, who was nominated for six Grammys, showcased her sophomore album "Guts" and its lead single, receiving widespread acclaim for her passionate performance and growth as an artist.
Kelly Clarkson performed a haunting cover of Olivia Rodrigo's song "Vampire" on her show, accompanied by a pianist dressed as Uncle Fester. The song's lyrics reflect the anger and emotions Rodrigo experienced during a difficult time. Clarkson recently returned for the fifth season of her talk show and expressed her excitement about being in a better place personally.