THE VAULT

Mr. Vampire (1985) Explained: Beyond the Blood

Scare Score: 7/100

The Premise

After the planned reburial of a village elder goes awry and the corpse resurrects into a hopping vampire, a Taoist priest and his two disciples attempt to stop him.

Why It Terrifies Us

Categorized under Horror Comedy, Supernatural, Mr. Vampire taps into fundamental fears. The 7/100 Scare Score is well-earned. The themes of martial arts, vampire, possession continually haunt viewers long after the credits roll.

Into The Vault

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