Lust for a Vampire
“A vampire's lust knows no boundaries...”
Synopsis
In 1830, the Karnstein heirs use the blood of an innocent to bring forth the evil that is the beautiful Mircalla - or as she was in 1710, Carmilla. The nearby Finishing School offers rich pickings not only in in the blood of nubile young ladies but also with the headmaster who is desperate to become Mircalla's disciple, and the equally besotted and even more foolish author Richard Lestrange.
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Top Cast
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Barbara Jefford
Countess Herritzen
Ralph Bates
Giles Barton
Suzanna Leigh
Janet Playfair
Yutte Stensgaard
Mircalla / Carmilla Karnstein
Michael Johnson
Richard Lestrange
Helen Christie
Miss Simpson
Mike Raven
Count Karnstein
Pippa Steel
Susan Pelley
Christopher Cunningham
Coachman
Harvey Hall
Inspector Heinrich
Michael Brennan
Landlord
Judy Matheson
Amanda
Caryl Little
Isabel
Jonathan Cecil
Biggs
Erik Chitty
Professor Herz
Jack Melford
Bishop
Kirsten Lindholm
Peasant Girl
Luan Peters
Trudi
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 2, 1971
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jimmy Sangster
- Screenplay & Story
- Tudor Gates
- Original Score
- Harry Robertson
- Original Title
- Lust for a Vampire
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Hammer Film Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jimmy Sangster
Tudor Gates, Sheridan Le Fanu
Harry Robertson
David Muir
Spencer Reeve
Harry Fine, Michael Style
Department Leadership Roster
Jimmy Sangster
Director
Tudor Gates
Screenplay
Harry Fine
Producer
Michael Style
Producer
Harry Robertson
Original Music Composer
Spencer Reeve
Editor
David Muir
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lust for a Vampire
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What is Lust for a Vampire about?
In 1830, the Karnstein heirs use the blood of an innocent to bring forth the evil that is the beautiful Mircalla - or as she was in 1710, Carmilla. The nearby Finishing School offers rich pickings not only in in the blood of nubile young ladies but also with the headmaster who is desperate to become Mircalla's disciple, and the equally besotted and even more foolish author Richard Lestrange.
Who directed Lust for a Vampire?
Lust for a Vampire was directed by Jimmy Sangster.
Who stars in Lust for a Vampire?
The principal cast of Lust for a Vampire includes Barbara Jefford, Ralph Bates, Suzanna Leigh, Yutte Stensgaard, Michael Johnson.
When was Lust for a Vampire released and how long is it?
Lust for a Vampire was released in 1971 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for Lust for a Vampire?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Lust for a Vampire was composed by Harry Robertson.
Is Lust for a Vampire based on a book or true story?
Lust for a Vampire is adapted from the following source material: Characters: "Sheridan Le Fanu".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Lust for a Vampire?
Lust for a Vampire holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).