Review of Shadow of the Vampire (2000) by Kevin D — 28 Sep 2007

A sumptuous period film and a clever black comedy. For this Merhige is forgiven the pretensions of Begotten.

This review of Shadow of the Vampire (2000) was written by Kevin D on 28 Sep 2007.

Shadow of the Vampire has generally received positive reviews.

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