My Vampire Schoolmate
My Vampire Schoolmate

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My Vampire Schoolmate

2017
Movie
60 min
Mandarin

The film focuses on Shangguan Hong, a freshman at Chaozhou University, who joins an all-girl modeling team at school and falls in love with the team's captain Qi Qi at first sight. In order to gain the affection of the goddess, he sacrifices his sexuality to lure his best friend Liu Chuan to join the team, starting an ambiguous love triangle.

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IMDb5.1/10
Director: Irfan KhanGenres: Comedy, Horror, Romance

Plot Summary

In a quirky boarding school, a normal teenage boy discovers his new roommate is secretly a vampire. What follows is a series of awkward and hilarious encounters as the boy tries to navigate his friendship with his undead companion while keeping his secret from the rest of the school. The story blends elements of coming-of-age comedy with supernatural romance and horror tropes.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to negative reception, with critics largely citing its derivative plot and inconsistent tone. While some appreciated the attempt at blending comedy and horror, others found the execution lacking and the humor often falling flat. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some enjoying the lighthearted take on vampire lore.

What Reviewers Say

  • Fails to deliver a cohesive blend of horror and comedy.

  • The plot relies heavily on unoriginal vampire clichés.

  • Performances are generally uninspired, though some humor attempts land.

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Fun Fact

The film was reportedly shot over a relatively short period, aiming for a direct-to-video or online release market, which may have impacted its overall polish and critical attention.

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