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Research topic: explore the changes of different period vampire films (from Nosferatu 1922 to Twilight present) and what these changes mean.

How is it defined, terms:

 Bryce, Devon Elizabeth

Vampire films have changed to keep up with the times and new audience. The feature of vampire originates from folklore which is mysterious and horrible changes into a more human-like and charming role.

Benefiel, Candace R.

Different from the dark Gothic works in the early times, the vampire film in 1994 is an innovation that breaks down the old image of vampire.

Oakley, Samantha.

In the Twilight Saga, the vampire character represented in this film is more normalized, emotional with self-control to impulse.

Terms: objectified, domesticated, normalization, desire and control