Vampires vs. the Bronx

Bronx teens battle gentrifying bloodsuckers

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About Vampires vs. the Bronx

Released: 2020

Platform: Netflix

Rating: PG-13

Run time: 1h 25m

Cast
Jaden Michael, Gerald W. Jones III, Gregory Diaz IV, Sarah Gadon, Method Man, Shea Whigham, Coco Jones, The Kid Mero, Chris Redd, Vladimir Caamaño, Jeremie Harris, Adam David Thompson, Zoe Saldaña

About Vampires vs. the Bronx

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- About - Making / Production - Actors - Trivia / Interesting Facts - Quotes - Music - Awards

About

Released in 2020, "Vampires vs. the Bronx" is a horror-comedy film that revolves around a group of young friends in the Bronx who discover that a real estate company in their neighborhood is a front for vampires planning to take over the community. The teenagers then band together to save their home from the bloodthirsty creatures of the night.

Making / Production

The movie was directed by Osmany Rodriguez and written by Osmany Rodriguez and Blaise Hemingway. It blends horror elements with humor, creating an entertaining and engaging story set in an urban setting.

Actors

  • Jaden Michael - Miguel Martinez: The main protagonist who leads the fight against the vampires.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

  • The film pays homage to classic vampire movies while adding a modern twist with its Bronx setting.
  • Several scenes were filmed on location in the Bronx to capture the authentic atmosphere of the neighborhood.
  • The young cast members went through vampire training to prepare for their roles.

Awards

While "Vampires vs. the Bronx" did not win any major awards, it received praise for its unique take on the vampire genre and its diverse cast.

Quotes

  • "The Bronx belongs to us." - Miguel
  • "We're from the Bronx. We've seen worse." - Bobby
  • "These vampires are dead. It's time to fight for the living." - Luis

Music, Soundtrack

  • The film features a soundtrack that blends hip-hop and traditional horror movie music to create a unique and immersive experience.
  • Songs by local Bronx artists were included in the soundtrack to further highlight the film's setting and culture.