The Little Vampire
The Little Vampire is a 13-episode children’s television series based on Angela Sommer-Bodenburg’s books The Little Vampire and The Little Vampire Moves In. The series was produced in 1985 as a Canadian-German-British co-production by Norflicks Productions Ltd. (Canada), Polyphon Film- und Fernsehgesellschaft (Germany), and TVS (United Kingdom), and first aired in 1986. It follows a young boy whose ordinary life changes after befriending a young vampire and becoming involved in a secret nocturnal world of adventure, friendship, and light-hearted supernatural escapades.
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Plot Summary
A young boy, Tony, moves to Scotland with his parents and befriends a vampire named Rudolph. Rudolph is also a child, living with his vampire family in a castle. Together, they embark on adventures, facing challenges that test their friendship and involve Dracula.
Critical Reception
The 1987 film adaptation of 'The Little Vampire' received a mixed to negative reception. While some appreciated its attempt to blend horror with family-friendly themes, many critics found the execution lacking in coherence and genuine scares. The acting and special effects were often cited as weaknesses.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its ambitious concept of a child-friendly vampire story.
- Criticized for uneven pacing and a convoluted plot.
- Found to be visually unappealing with weak special effects.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this particular adaptation. Those available tend to echo critical sentiments, with some viewers appreciating the unique premise but finding the film ultimately disappointing in its execution.
Fun Fact
This 1987 film is one of several adaptations of Angela Sommer-Bodenburg's popular children's book series 'The Little Vampire,' with other notable versions including a German TV series and a more recent Hollywood film.
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