Since the early days of silent movies, the world film industry has been fascinated by vampires. Here is an A-Z guide of the best and worst of vampire movies over eight decades, from Nosferatu to Coppola's Dracula, illustrated with numerous photographs, lobby stills and film posters, many of which are reproduced in full colour. The guide aims to prove itself a comprehensive movie and video companion, with cast lists, plot synopses and reviews on a special rating system. Key actors, actresses and film studios are also featured Stephen Jones is the winner of two World Fantasy Awards and is the editor of Hellraiser Chronicles and The Nightbreed Chronicles.