Space Vampire
Space Vampire

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Space Vampire

2021
Movie
52 min
English

A woman plagued by violent visions walks the world alone as if in a dream. A multi-media meditation on the vampire.

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IMDb4.7/10
Director: Morgan D. StickneyGenres: Horror, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

A group of astronauts on a deep space mission encounters a parasitic alien entity that begins to take over their minds and bodies. As the crew succumbs to the alien's influence one by one, the mission commander must race against time to find a way to stop the infestation before it consumes them all and potentially spreads to Earth.

Critical Reception

Space Vampire received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many pointing to its low-budget production values and derivative plot. While some appreciated the attempts at cosmic horror and body horror elements, the majority found the execution lacking. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with viewers often citing predictable scares and underdeveloped characters.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with its low budget, which impacts the visual effects and overall atmosphere.

  • Plot elements are considered derivative of classic sci-fi horror tropes without adding anything new.

  • Performances are often seen as inconsistent, failing to fully sell the horror or dramatic stakes.

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Fun Fact

Director Morgan D. Stickney also served as the lead actor and writer for Space Vampire, highlighting the independent and low-budget nature of the production.

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