Vampires, often seen as trendy figures in pop culture, are back in fashion with productions like “Sinners”, “Nosferatu”, and AMC’s “Interview with the Vampire”. It appears that society is torn between preferring vampires to be terrifying or appealing. Is it their fearsome aspect we desire, or their seductive charm? One might wonder when this fascination with the alluring vampire started. Numerous videos discuss this topic, and the most recent video essay from PBS’ “Storied” provides accurate historical insights into the ongoing debate between sexy versus scary vampires. If you’d like to learn more, you can watch the entire video right here:
In contrast to the frightening and hideous depictions of vampires in old folklore, Bram Stoker’s Dracula was far from seductive or appealing. However, contrary to popular belief, it wasn’t Hollywood that turned vampires into the sexy, aristocratic figures we see today. In fact, tales like The Vampyre, Varney the Vampire, and Carmilla, which were popular before Dracula, already portrayed vampires as seductive undead beings. Interestingly, Dr. Emily Zarka from Monstrum points out that the image of Dracula, popularized by Bela Lugosi, was actually a blend of both terrifying and attractive characteristics, resulting in the enduring vampire archetype we recognize today.
This video explores almost every significant aspect of popular vampire stories since Bram Stoker’s “Nosferatu” in 1922, and how these creatures have evolved in various media over the years. It acknowledges classics like “The Lost Boys,” “Buffy,” “True Blood,” and even “Twilight.” Interestingly, “Twilight” – a significant pop culture landmark in this genre – is included, but Anne Rice’s “Vampire Chronicles” doesn’t appear in the timeline. However, other than this unusual absence, the video effectively demonstrates that when it comes to vampires, people often can’t choose their favorite version, as the saying goes: “Why not enjoy both?
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2025-05-10 02:35