The VHS Strikes Back

Sleepwalkers (1992)


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This week it's Maffs pick, Sleepwalkers! And what a backstory there is to this one!

Sleepwalkers is a 1992 horror film directed by Mick Garris and written by Stephen King. The film revolves around a mother and son who are shapeshifting, vampiric creatures known as "Sleepwalkers." They feed on the life force of young virgins to sustain themselves.

The production of Sleepwalkers involved a mix of horror and dark fantasy elements, typical of Stephen King's work. The movie featured a mother and son duo played by Alice Krige and Brian Krause, who are on the run from authorities and encounter various supernatural challenges.

The film's production emphasized practical effects and makeup to bring the monstrous Sleepwalkers to life. It also included a memorable sequence involving a cemetery battle. While not a critical success, Sleepwalkers has gained a cult following among fans of Stephen King's work and '90s horror movies for its unique and bizarre storyline.

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Sleepwalkers is a 1992 horror film directed by Mick Garris and written by Stephen King. The movie follows Charles Brady (played by Brian Krause) and his mother Mary (played by Alice Krige), who are shapeshifting, vampiric creatures known as Sleepwalkers. They move to a new town in search of fresh victims to feed on. However, their plans are disrupted when Charles becomes infatuated with a high school girl named Tanya (played by Mädchen Amick). As Charles pursues Tanya, a series of gruesome and supernatural events unfolds, leading to a climactic showdown between the Sleepwalkers and those who seek to stop them. The film blends elements of horror, fantasy, and dark humor while exploring the sinister nature of its titular creatures.

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