From Dracula to Edward Cullen: The Immortal Cinema of Bloodsuckers and Nightstalkers

This year, vampires emerge from the shadows once more with Robert Eggers’ haunting reimagining of Nosferatu. But why does the vampire continue to linger in our cultural imagination? In this episode, hosts Laura Gommans and Tom Ooms embark on a cinematic journey through the dark, blood-soaked history of vampires and night stalkers. From terrifying symbols of society’s deepest fears to complex, oddly relatable figures, they explore how these creatures of the night have evolved. What began as a reflection of our anxieties has transformed into a mirror of our own desires, struggles, and yearnings. Join them as they unravel the vampire’s enduring appeal and ask: are these bloodsuckers misunderstood souls searching for something deeper than just human blood? Tune in—if you dare—and uncover why these creatures of the night refuse to let go. Get tickets to Lust For Blood program Get tickets to CC Film Club: Juice Listen to our conversation with Twilight director Catherine Hardwicke Show Notes and Films Mentioned