Subspecies 3: Bloodlust (1993)

Director: Ted Nicolaou

Starring: Anders Hove, Denice Duff, Kevin Spirtas

Still in the thrall of the evil vampire Radu, Michelle yearns to be taught the skills of the vampire. Meanwhile, her sister Becky tries to free her from his evil clutches, and this time, she’s brought some help.

With ‘Subspecies 2’ being so good, this installment was a bit of a letdown. The effects are not as good, and the film is more comedic. Why is Lieutenant Marin suddenly such an idiotic character? And Radu’s laughing mother was so annoying!

The shadow effects are not as realistic and at times seems experimental. The story has way too many conveniences and is simply not believable. There’s also the faithful ‘victim falls for the detective’ cliche. In general, this film is more lighthearted than serious, and wasn’t as enjoyable, yet nevertheless still watchable and entertaining.