Bloodsuckers (2005 film)

Bloodsuckers (2005) is a Canadian-German comedy horror film directed by Matthew Hastings. The film primarily satirizes the vampire genre, incorporating elements of teen romance and coming-of-age stories.

Synopsis: The film centers on Kyle, a high school student and aspiring filmmaker who discovers that his new girlfriend, Bethany, is a vampire. Bethany is part of a family of vampires who are trying to assimilate into human society. Kyle must navigate the challenges of dating a vampire, deal with her eccentric family, and ultimately decide whether to embrace the vampire lifestyle himself. The film is presented with a self-aware, comedic tone, often playing with genre conventions and tropes.

Cast: The cast includes Natassia Malthe as Bethany, Michael Copeman as Principal Van Helsberg, Ron Lea as Dr. Van Helsberg, Caroline Rhea as Babette Leffler and Brendan Fehr as himself, along with others.

Themes: The film explores themes of identity, acceptance, and the challenges of fitting in. It also satirizes societal norms and the anxieties of adolescence. The vampire element serves as a metaphor for otherness and the struggle to reconcile different aspects of one's identity.

Reception: Bloodsuckers generally received mixed reviews. While some viewers appreciated its comedic approach to the vampire genre, others found it to be formulaic or lacking in originality. The film's low-budget aesthetic and self-aware humor are key elements of its style.