In the world of socially-conscious B-exploitation films, George A. Romero is a force to be reckoned with. He wrote and directed some of the most memorable horror films of all time, and in the world of zombie lore specifically, Romero is without peer. He is perhaps best known for his “Dead” anthology: Night of the…Continue readingRevisiting George A. Romero’s Martin
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Brandon Engel is an entertainment blogger for DirectTVcomparison.com. He is an avid consumer of media, and adores television (good and bad), pulp novels, and cult films. His all-time favorite vampire film is Roman Polanski’s The Fearless Vampire Killers (1967).
With the 6th season of True Blood having just concluded, and with fans eager for new episodes, it’s fascinating to reflect on the bevy of issues the show has addressed over the course of its run, including: xenophobia; subjugated groups gaining tolerance in an increasingly permissive society; humanity’s constant struggle to reconcile animalistic urges with…Continue readingBiting Critique: Vampire Lore as Vehicle For Social Commentary