48 min

Episode 8: Romanian Holiday—The Development of the Modern Vampire Rhapsody in 35MM

    • Film History

Join us as we learn about the origin of the word vampire; discuss the Slavonic legend of the "unclean dead"; and delve into the histories of two legendary creatures, the vetalas of Indian mythology, and the vrykolakes of Greek mythology, and their influence on the modern vampire—especially the work of Richard Burton and Lord Byron. So join us … if you dare! Be sure to visit our website https://www.rhapsodyin35mmpodcast.com/ to view credits for this episode, as well as transcripts and tons of supplemental content. Please subscribe, rate, and comment.

Join us as we learn about the origin of the word vampire; discuss the Slavonic legend of the "unclean dead"; and delve into the histories of two legendary creatures, the vetalas of Indian mythology, and the vrykolakes of Greek mythology, and their influence on the modern vampire—especially the work of Richard Burton and Lord Byron. So join us … if you dare! Be sure to visit our website https://www.rhapsodyin35mmpodcast.com/ to view credits for this episode, as well as transcripts and tons of supplemental content. Please subscribe, rate, and comment.

48 min