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    Abigail: our pick of the 9 best vampire films of all time, from Thirst to Interview with the Vampire

    by Elizabeth Gregory Apr 10, 2024 4 minutes
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    Vampires have captured the popular imagination since their origins – in their current form – in tales from the 18th century. The terrifying yet beguiling, undead creatures have been the central nemesis in countless novels, films, plays and TV series since.

    They have, of course, evolved to reflect the anxieties of its audience: in the 19th century, the vampire was mainly a demonic creature; today the vampire is a zany boss, a bored lover, a skateboard-riding feminist.

    The next to join the roster is a reimagining of 1936 horror film Dracula's Daughter, Abigail. This time, a group of criminals decide to kidnap the daughter of an influential figure from the underworld, underestimating the girl’s powers.

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