This week's topic is Vampire Origins. We talk about different myths and legends from around the globe regarding the origination of the vampire. Since we ran a little long, we weren't able to get into the depth that we would have liked, but we are able to discuss some very interesting myths.We are treated to a few "Impersonate Sam" entries. We also go over some voicemails and emails. One email even mentions how Sam can pop his cherry.
We discuss three films that focus on the origination story of the vampires involved:
Tsui Hark's Vampire Hunters (2002):
I've actually found this whole film on Youtube. If you follow THIS link, you will be pointed to part one. It is broken into many 10 minute parts. You will be able to see subsequent parts in the "Related Videos" section of the page. For those of you who want to take a quick peek at the first 10 minutes, here it is:
Dracula 2000 (2000):
A decent film with an awesome vampire origin story. This film has one of the greatest reveals of any movie in the last 10 years. Unfortunately many genre cliches are present and quite distracting. Here is the trailer:
A decent film with an awesome vampire origin story. This film has one of the greatest reveals of any movie in the last 10 years. Unfortunately many genre cliches are present and quite distracting. Here is the trailer:
Dark Prince: The True Story of Dracula (2000):
As luck would have it, this entire film is also on Youtube. Both Sam and I really enjoyed this historical look at Vlad Tepes' story... before he became a vampire. Great acting, great set design, and an interesting story make this made for TV film very enjoyable. Again, here is a link to the first portion of the film. Look at the "Related Videos" section for subsequent selections.
As luck would have it, this entire film is also on Youtube. Both Sam and I really enjoyed this historical look at Vlad Tepes' story... before he became a vampire. Great acting, great set design, and an interesting story make this made for TV film very enjoyable. Again, here is a link to the first portion of the film. Look at the "Related Videos" section for subsequent selections.
Musical Selections for this episode:
- Nevermore - The Heart Collector
- Monster Magnet - See You in Hell
- Sentenced - Drain Me
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