Vampire movies seem to have eternal life.

Vampire films have changed a lot over time, from gory to camp to romantic to comedic to terrifying.

Most of them are disposable, buta few are worth a second look.

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With this in mind,this list looks at the best vampire films of the 2020s so far.

There’s bound to be something for everyone among these picks.

There are no sparkly vampires to be found here.

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The movie is also nicely breezy, never asking much from the viewer.

When terrorists hijack the plane, Nadja’s dark secret is revealed: she is a vampire.

The result isNear DarkmeetsJodi Foster’sFlight Plan.

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Blood Red Skuis a strong action-horror, making the most out of its claustrophobic setting.

The movie works becauseit plays itself straight, opting to be serious and grim rather than camp or ironic.

Hunting vampires just happens to be a profitable gig."

Nadja (Peri Baumeister), covered in blood from her bald skull down her neck and chest, rearing her head back with her mouth wide and her fangs bared in Blood Red Sky

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The finished product is decidedly goofybut that’s what’ll make it appeal to a certain audience.

As star vehicles go, one could do a lot worse.

Ive seen his face."

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Unbeknownst to the crew, one of the crates contains Count Dracula.

As the voyage progresses, the crew members experience strange occurrences and are hunted by a sinister presence.

This French film takes a different approach to the vampire film,telling more of a gothic horror/drama story.

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The Vourdalakis a much subtler take on bloodsucker tropes;atmospheric dread and sumptuous visualsare at a premium here.

It all builds up to a memorable feast scene, combining camp and eeriness.

It makes forone of the smartest and most unique vampire movies in recent years.

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While too slow-paced for some, many will appreciate its deft storytelling and fleshed-out themes.

Hoult adds a boyish charm to the proceedings, whileAwkwafinais also entertaining as an aggressive cop.

Still, the movie was a massive box office bomb, bringing in just$26.9 milliondespite decent reviews.

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“El Condeis a bold reimagining of historythat blends satire, horror, and political commentary.

It’s rare that a vampire movie is actually less horrific than the real events it draws on.

The final ingredient is the immersive cinematography byEdward Lachman, who worked on projects likeThe Virgin SuicidesandCarol.

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Abigailis like a vampiricHome Alone, with touches of the “ronny/lilly” episode ofBarry.

Claiming the top spot on this list is, unsurprisingly,Robert Eggers’s remaining of theF.W.

It’s a fantastic blend of straightforward horror with a symbolic period drama, both frightening and thoughtful.

A vampire shrouded in darkness bites into the neck of a child in The Vourdalak.

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It’s a new vampire classic.

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Nicolas Cage as Dracula, looking toward the camera and baring his fangs in Renfield

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Sara Montpetit and Felix-Antoine Bénard as Sasha and Paul in Humanist Vampire Seeking Consenting Suicidal Person

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