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The Teen Vampire: The Lost Boys (1987) & Near Dark (1987)
April 23, 2024 · 72 min

In this episode of Cult Film School, hosts Adrian and Dion gaze upon the world of teen vampires, discussing the 1987 groundbreaking films The Lost Boys and Near Dark. Diving into the evolution of teen vampire media, from Buffy the Vampire Slayer to Twilight and The Vampire Diaries, you’ll want to take a bite into this episode! 

 

Chapters:

00:58 Cult Film School Faculty Update: Floyd's Recovery

01:55 Exploring the Teen Vampire Genre

10:30 The Lost Boys: A Deep Dive into Its Legacy and Impact

23:54 The Lost Boys' Unique Approach to Vampire Lore and Its Cultural Significance

36:07 Diving Deep into Lost Boys Sequels and The Two Coreys

38:28 Exploring Near Dark: A Unique Vampire Western

41:39 Casting Choices and Character Dynamics in Near Dark

48:45 The Heart of Near Dark: Vampires vs. Humans

01:05:23 Comparing The Lost Boys and Near Dark: Teen Vampires and Family Dynamics

01:09:35 The Evolution of Teen Vampire Cinema

 

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