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The Vampire

IMDb 6.6

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After a look at some strange creatures, the narrator and camera take us to the Chaco forest, on the borders of Paraguay, Argentina, and Brazil, where a vampire bat lives, desmodus rotondus, attacking wildlife and domesticated creatures, killing small ones by draining all their blood and killing large ones by leaving a parasite in their bloodstream. Four inches long, with a 12-inch wingspread, we see it walk, approach a victim, pull out a patch of fur large enough for it to engage its teeth, then lap six or seven ounces of blood. Its saliva may be an anesthetic keeping its victims from waking. A stub nose and harelip contribute to its efficiency and its hideous look.

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What is The Vampire (1945) about?

After a look at some strange creatures, the narrator and camera take us to the Chaco forest, on the borders of Paraguay, Argentina, and Brazil, where a vampire bat lives, desmodus rotondus, attacking wildlife and domesticated creatures, killing small ones by draining all their blood and killing large ones by leaving a parasite in their bloodstream. Four inches long, with a 12-inch wingspread, we…

Who stars in The Vampire?

The Vampire stars Max Schreck (Nosferatu (archive footage)). The film was directed by Jean Painlevé.

How long is The Vampire?

The Vampire has a runtime of 9 min and premiered in 1945.

Is The Vampire worth watching?

The Vampire holds an IMDb rating of 6.6/10. Fans of Documentary are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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