Review of Vampyros Lesbos (1971) by David L — 19 Sep 2007

The title really gives away the film here, its about lesbian vampirism. The two beautiful actresses Soledad Miranda (rip) and Ewa Strømberg get all sensual on us, undressing quite often and all is fine. Ewa is not so certain if she wants to turn into a vampire though. Thats is pretty much the story with the film also being a loose remake of Dracula . It is stitched together a bit incoherent, of course. as only Franco can do.

What makes it pleasurable to watch is the incredible surreal feel of it, the psychedelia, its quite like taking acid I guess. Franco himself also had a hand in the fantastic score which is worth buying on cd if you can find it. I have to admit I don't know what to compare this film too, its a surreal film with a dreamlike atmosphere.

I would say this film is more of a experience and the kind of film you don't see anymore. You also get Soledad Miranda who life was cut short way to early. She could say more with a look than most actors can with a page of dialogue. To sum up here, this isn't a film for everyone but if your looking for something off the beaten path this is worth checking out.