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Across the media for the modern vampire.
Dracula (Collector's Library)Dracula (Collector's Library) by Bram Stoker
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The father of all vampire fiction since, this classic is never more terrifying than in the mad Irishmans original.
Bram Stoker's Dracula [1993]Bram Stoker's Dracula [1993]
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One of the closest on-screen representations. Chilling and exciting, despite the future Matrix stars hammy acting as Jonathan Harker.
Dracula 2001Dracula 2001
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Despite its mixed reviews, I enjoyed this modern Dracula with all the characters original mystery and with the odd in-joke for those in the know. Great twist at the end.
Nosferatu (1922) - Two-disc setNosferatu (1922) - Two-disc set
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Draculas first ever jump to the silver screen. Though lacking in dialogue, this movie sets a chilling standard which Hollywood rarely meets.
Shadow Of The Vampire [2001]Shadow Of The Vampire [2001]
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Using the framework of Nosferatu, this movie takes it in a direction never imagined. Bringing new light to the vampire as a battered soul, a definite must-have.
Dracula: Dead And Loving It [1996]Dracula: Dead And Loving It [1996]
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Daft and subtle in different places, Nielsen plays the classical vamp like youve never seen him before!
Interview with the Vampire (Vampire Chronicles)Interview with the Vampire (Vampire Chronicles) by Anne Rice
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Anne Rice introduces the characters which will take you on a sensual journey. We begin in colonial New Orleans and move slowly forward. The first in the Vampire Chronicles.
The Vampire Lestat (Second Volume of the Vampire Chronicles)The Vampire Lestat (Second Volume of the Vampire Chronicles) by Anne Rice
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Here we learn more about the arrogant Lestat, who is not so evil as Louis makes out, though he'd tell you different.
The Queen of the Damned (Vampire Chronicles)The Queen of the Damned (Vampire Chronicles) by Anne Rice
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If you've seen the movie, forget it. The Queen has risen and fallen for Lestat. Vampires and humans alike are in mortal danger. Ancient battles and sarcastic fledglings abound.
Vampire ChroniclesVampire Chronicles by Rice Anne
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Collect the first four Chronicles. Read on and more outrageous adventures will take you into other worlds.
Interview With The Vampire -- Special Edition [1995]Interview With The Vampire -- Special Edition [1995]
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Superb depiction of the colourful characters. Great for the non-Ricer, but best enjoyed after the book.
Guilty PleasuresGuilty Pleasures by Laurell K. Hamilton
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The Anita Blake: Vampire Hunter series begins here. Not only vampires, but animators, witches, zombies and werecreatures. No better read for the sarcastic monster-lover.
The Laughing CorpseThe Laughing Corpse by Laurell K. Hamilton
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We gain more information on Anitas past, as well of the introduction of crazy millionaires and the murderous acts of witches.
Circus of the DamnedCircus of the Damned by Laurell K. Hamilton
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The series continues with Anita learning more of her powers, and of the world which Hamilton weaves.
Anita Blake: Vampire Hunter SetAnita Blake: Vampire Hunter Set by Laurell K. Hamilton
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Collect the first four Anita Blake books and read on.
Vampires [1999]Vampires [1999]
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A crossover between the romantic vampires in most of the above and the monster-type vampires of Nosferatu or Buffy. Very entertaining, though not my favourite.
Fright Night [1985]Fright Night [1985]
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Another vampire classic.
From Dusk Till Dawn / Full Tilt BoogieFrom Dusk Till Dawn / Full Tilt Boogie
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Vampires as sexy clubbers. A few mortals stumble into the Dusk Till Dawn. Full of sex and violence. Not my favourite depiction of the undead, but a good movie nonetheless.
Blade [1998]Blade [1998]
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Classical vampires meets science in this realistic comic-book adaptation. A modern vampire classic, and a frame for undead movies to come.
Blade II [2002]Blade II [2002]
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A sequel which matches if not beats the first. Blade joins forces with his enemies to battle a common evil. Very good. Watch out for Blade Trinity.
Underworld [2003]Underworld [2003]
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A story which has been desired on the internet for decades. Vampires Vs. Lycans. Ancients battling behind modern lovers. Excellent.
The League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen - 2 disc Special Edition [2003]The League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen - 2 disc Special Edition [2003]
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Another monumental crossover. Using various literary characters, this comic book tale moves at a hundred miles an hour, but retaining its intelligence.
Voice of the BloodVoice of the Blood by Jemiah Jefferson
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A cross-section of vampire culture in two differing figures in love with the same mortal. A great read.