The Vampire (1945)

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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.

Director: Jean Painlevé
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 9 min
Release Date:

Cast

Music: Duke Ellington
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr

Keywords

short film

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Vampire 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 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.
Who directed The Vampire?
The Vampire was directed by Jean Painlevé.
Who stars in The Vampire?
The Vampire stars Max Schreck.
How long is The Vampire?
The Vampire has a runtime of 9m (9 minutes).
What genre is The Vampire?
The Vampire is a Documentary film.
Where was The Vampire produced?
The Vampire was produced in France.