Reuters: Popular culture expert discusses why vampires are such a hit in movies, on TV

Release Date: June 17, 2009 This content is archived.

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An article on the Reuters "Entertainment behind the scenes" blog about the growing popularity of vampires in the movies and television quotes Elayne Rapping, professor of American studies, who said the latest vampire hits are more like soap operas and are very complex in their portrayal of characters and relationships.

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