The Vampire Lovers

The Vampire Lovers

An erotic nightmare of tormented lusts that throb in headless, undead bodies!

Directed by Roy Ward Baker

Produced by Hammer Film Productions

197091 min6.4 / 10

A gothic exploitation horror film that blends supernatural revenge, sensual vampire mythology, and period atmosphere with lurid eroticism and graphic violence.

In the heart of Styria the Karnstein Family, even after their mortal deaths, rise from their tombs spreading evil in the countryside in their lust for fresh blood. Baron Hartog whose family are all victims of Karnstein vampirism, opens their graves and drives a stake through their diabolical hearts. One grave he cannot locate is that of the legendary beautiful Mircalla Karnstein. Years of peace follow that grisly night until Mircalla reappears to avenge her family's decimation and satisfy her desire for blood.

Questions people ask

  • Does The Vampire Lovers end with hope? No. Less hopeful than 91% of films.

  • Is The Vampire Lovers violent? Yes. More violent than 83% of films.

  • Is The Vampire Lovers scary? Yes. More frightening than 82% of films.

  • Is The Vampire Lovers easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 74% of films.

  • Is The Vampire Lovers sad? Somewhat. More sad than 61% of films.

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58/ 100

Cinnamon Score

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Familiar shape, done well.

Rarity76

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Surprise62

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love40

How much audiences actually like it

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