Near Dark (1987)

6.9R94 minDirector: Kathryn Bigelow

1987 film directed by Kathryn Bigelow

Near Dark is a 1987 American neo-Western horror film co-written and directed by Kathryn Bigelow (in her solo directorial debut), and starring Adrian Pasdar, Jenny Wright, Bill Paxton, Lance Henriksen and Jenette Goldstein. The plot follows a young man in a small Oklahoma town who becomes involved with a family of nomadic American vampires.

Despite performing poorly at the box office, critic reviews were generally positive. Over the years, the film has gained a cult following.

Plot summary adapted from Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.

FAQ

What is Near Dark about?
Near Dark (1987) — A mid-western farm boy reluctantly becomes a member of the undead when a girl he meets turns out to be part of a band of southern vampires who roam the highways in stolen cars. Part of his initiation includes a bloody assault on a hick bar.
Is Near Dark based on a true story?
See the production background and source material details on the official Wikipedia article.
Is Near Dark scary?
Content rating: R. See the reviews tab for parental guidance and tone notes.