Evolution of Vampires

Stoker's Dracula set the stage for modern vampire lore, but it was the film "Nosferatu" that introduced the haunting image of the vampire as a grotesque figure. The transformation continued with the 1931 film "Dracula," which redefined the vampire as a suave, aristocratic predator, complete with iconic traits like vulnerability to sunlight and stakes. Lugosi's portrayal solidified the archetype, influencing how vampires are depicted in popular culture for decades to come.