Redefining Vampiric Representations

This chapter explores the character adaptations in a modern film influenced by the 1922 'Nosferatu', particularly focusing on Lily Rose Depp's portrayal of Ellen and its implications for female agency. The discussion critiques traditional vampire narratives, emphasizing themes of consent, obsession, and the grotesque elements of vampirism as opposed to romanticism. It contrasts performances that reveal deep emotional undercurrents and the complexities of relationships, challenging conventional portrayals of love and desire in the vampire genre.