The Beautiful Dead

Every once in a while, someone tells Lena about a vampire movie she hadn't heard of.... this is one of those movies! Listen to find out if she is gld, she missed out on this one until now or wishes she'd seen it sooner. 

Lena reviews the 2009 horror-comedy Suck and hopes to find more movies where vampires break out into song. Plus, updates on her tarot reading - what happened in July and what does August hold for her?

Lena's has recorded her first RE-DO when she recognizes that she did not do this show justice in the first round. Enjoy a synopsis of all 15 seasons, TONS of vampiric cross-overs and her thoughts on one of the most successful shows in television history. SPOLIER ALERT!!! 

Lena reviews the way vampires effected the Civil War and American history. Plus- in, a new segment- Lena shares her Tarot reading for July.

Lena reviews this amazing 80s gem with the great Jim Carrey. It may be the only movie mentions a vampire gerbil! 

Lena reviews the MOST requested show at her latest con appearance. This Netflix show has it all - vamps, other monsters, star-crossed lovers, snakes, politics and so much more..... don't miss it! PLUS - new "best IMBD review title" music!!! 

Lena reviews the Swedish film that is on every "Must See Before You Die" vampire movie list there is. Plus, she voices her opinions on the American remake. Do you agree?

Let's return to the MCU as Lena reviews Blade, Blade II and Blade Trinity. How does Dracula play into all of this?? Listen to find out! 

Lena takes a look at what happens when fake science plus Marvel money goes horribly wrong. At least she gets to read some amazing IMDN review titles! 

Lena reviews this 2020 horror-comedy. Did you find any vampiric references that she missed? Plus, updates on conventions and more! 

Lena reviews the Netflix original Night Teeth and cannot hide her complete disappointment. Plus, a new appearance announcement!!! 

Now officially Dr. Lena, she discusses one of her favorite vampires (and inspiration for Sorin) Jean-Claude. Plus, the way Anita Blake helped her find her own "F&*@ you" attitude in life. After breaking down the vampiric world of St. Louis, Lena talks about the BIG changes in her life and what the next chapter holds for her. 

Lena answers the questions she's gotten the most in person, through social media and via email about Bite Shift . She'll talk about how she came up with the story, who her characters are based on, how to get published and how she pieced together Sorin to brought fantasy to life. Did she answer your question?

Lena reviews the movies Interview with the Vampire and Queen of the Damned . She reflects on the movies, sexual fluidity and eroticism, compares the two Lestats, talks about how Anne Rice changed vampires forever and how she inspired future works. RIP to Anne Rice & Aaliyah. Do you agree with Lena's thoughts?

Lena is back with a new microphone and a strong opinion about this show. Join her as she gives you updates, tells you all about the DeClairmonts and does something that she's never done before on this podcast. DO you agree??

Lena is back and reviewing the first Netflix original horror series - Hemlock Grove. We learn about Upirs and find out what's new in Lena's life! Hope you are staying warm wherever you are. 

Lena discusses this 2013 film. A few questions arise like what was the "yak hair" budget, why does that vamp look so old and what kind of historical gossip did we not get to hear? Join her as she tries to slow down and move at a rock-star-Druid-goddess-vampire pace.

Eternal love is in the air when Lena celebrates Valentine's Day in her special way by ranking the top 10 vampire couples of TV and movies. Some honorable mentions for those who didn't make the list. Do you agree with her picks? 

Lena reviews the first half of American Horror Story's latest season. Are they vampires? Are they just the next evolution of human? Who knows but Lena's real question for all of you is.... would you take that pill???

Lena returns to the world of What We Do in the Shadows to follow Nandor, Naja, Laszlo, Colin Robinson and Guillermo for the three seasons it has been on. How many references to other vampire works did you catch in this hilarious show?? 

Lena reviews the Korean vampire film Thirst and breaks down what she thinks the filmmaker was trying to say, while trying to decide who was the most unlikeable. Do you agree with her take?

We're back to the classic review as Lena looks at the 2005 box office bomb, Bloodrayne. She talks about the dumbest vampire weakness she's ever seen, cool vampire actor cross-overs, why she would have signed up for this even with a terrible script and adds a new segment all about her thoughts. Do you agree with her review?

Lena opens 2022 by reviewing the reasons we know vampires are coming out of the coffin and into the spotlight, while looking ahead at what's to come for all vampire lovers. Will your favorite show have a reboot? Special guests Jeremy & Logan choose their favorite bloodsuckers, decide if they'd like to be turned and give Lena their opinions of her book. Plus, all three discuss the coming sequel...

Lena reviews the show that inspired her book and this very podcast. She's been saving this for the perfect time and she felt that wrapping up Season 1 with this one is perfect! Do you agree with her sexiness/allure rating for the vampires of True Blood???

Lena compares the incomparable Stephen King novel to the 1979 miniseries while pretending the 2004 one with Rob Lowe doesn't exist. Listen to enjoy an unfocused rambling about vampire babies, Barlow vs Marlow and the unwavering power of faith that wavers at the worst of times!