Tod Browning’s “Dracula” (1931) is widely regarded as one of the best vampire movies ever made. But what’s it like to someone who barely knows anything about the film? Erin Chapman takes a look through “virgin eyes.”
Author: Erin Chapman
Monthly Digest: April 2015
Welcome to the ninth installment of “Monthly Digests”! What did you miss in April 2015? Erin Chapman tells us how she tracked the Highgate Vampire and Dax Stokes visits two notable vampire scholars. Read on for more!
The 100th Post: My Top 10 Moments Working for Vamped
This is Vamped’s 100th post. To celebrate the occasion, Vamped’s co-administrator, Erin Chapman, shares her top 10 most memorable experiences working for Vamped since its official launch on Jan. 20, 2014.
Cemetery Logistics: How I Tracked the Highgate Vampire
Erin Chapman’s “5 Reasons a Wampyr Didn’t Walk in Highgate” took three months to write—Vamped’s most ambitious article to date. Here’s the “Making Of”; a behind-the-scenes discussion about the article’s origins.
Going Pro: Vamped Heads in New Direction with Upcoming Events
Vamped’s Co-administrator, Erin Chapman, took advanced of a special deal to spur on Vamped’s new direction. All will be revealed soon. What was the deal? What did she get? What new direction? Read on to find out more!
Generation Defanged: Why Vampires Don’t Scare Me
I remember sitting cross-legged in front of the TV when I was 5-years-old watching “Sesame Street” before afternoon kindergarden class. Looking back on it now, Count von Count was my first introduction to vampires.
5 Reasons Why a Wampyr Didn’t Walk in Highgate Cemetery
Forty five years ago today, Sean Manchester, President of the British Occult Society, publicly proclaimed that Highgate Cemetery was haunted by a vampire. A mass vampire hunt soon followed. Erin Chapman investigates.
A Virgin’s View on Vampyr
Carl Theodor Dreyer’s “Vampyr” (1932) is often regarded as one of the best vampire movies ever made. But what’s it like to someone who barely knows anything about the film? Erin Chapman takes a look through “virgin eyes.”
Merry Christmas!
Vamped wishes you all a safe and Merry Christmas and happy holidays. We also have some special treats for all you good boys and girls — and the naughty ones, too. Find some last minute gift ideas and other goodies.
Seeking Vampires in London
In Vamped’s first travel post, Erin Chapman details her visit to London: in search of vampires! Join her as she stops by the British Library and Highgate Cemetery. Pictures included for your viewing pleasure.