Daughters of Darkness

Harry Kümel's cult classic Daughters of Darkness (1971) is a vampire film like no other. Kat Ellinger explores the film's association with fairy tales, the Gothic and fantastic tradition, as well as delving into aspects of the legend of Countess Bathory, traditional vampire lore, and much more. The book also contains new and exclusive interviews.

About the author

Kat Ellinger is the editor in chief of Diabolique Magazine and cohost of their Daughters of Darkness and Hell's Belles podcasts. Her writing has featured in a number of publications, including Scream Magazine, Fangoria, and Senses of Cinema.

Summary

Harry Kümel's cult classic Daughters of Darkness (1971) is a vampire film like no other. Kat Ellinger explores the film's association with fairy tales, the Gothic and fantastic tradition, as well as delving into aspects of the legend of Countess Bathory, traditional vampire lore, and much more. The book also contains new and exclusive interviews.

Product details

• Authors: Kat Ellinger
• Publisher: Liverpool University Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.12.2020
• EAN: 9781911325567
• ISBN: 978-1-911325-56-7
• No. of pages: 100
• Series: Devil's Advocates
• Subject: Humanities, art, music > Art > Theatre, ballet