Vampira (1971): Surreal German Arthouse Vampire Film with Tangerine Dream Soundtrack

The Sunday Morning Movie series presents 'Vampira' (1971), a surreal German arthouse vampire film directed by George Moorse. The 44-minute made-for-TV movie stars Grischa Huber as Vampira, alongside Louis Waldon, Del Negro, Manfred Jester, Ceci Perrin, and Michael Gordon. The film is structured in six chapters, interspersed with narrated segments from a vampire scholar, exploring Vampira's existence as a sorceress, divine avatar, and vampire. Notable for its inventive camerawork, dreamlike vignettes, and anachronistic elements like a motorcycle scene, the film features a soundtrack by Tangerine Dream. Reviews highlight its visual beauty, compelling use of light and time, and costumes blending 19th-century styles with references to Janis Joplin. The film is described as a rare, entrancing experience with long takes and iconic scenes. Upcoming films include 'Les amoureux de Dieu' (1998) and 'Ya zamene ahu' (1970).