Ricardo D. Rebelo
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Dracula at the Disco: A Look at the Vampire Films of the 1970s (2025)
Step into the glittering chaos of the 1970s with Dracula at the Disco: A Look at the Vampire Films of the 1970s by Ricardo D. Rebelo. This captivating deep dive uncovers a transformative decade in vampire cinema, where Gothic tradition collided with cultural revolution to redefine the genre forever.
Explore how iconic films like Blacula, The Vampire Lovers, and Nosferatu the Vampyre tackled themes of feminism, race, sexuality, and existential dread—all set against the backdrop of societal upheaval. From Hammer’s fading Gothic dominance to groundbreaking hybrids like martial arts vampires and Blaxploitation horror, Rebelo examines each film’s unique influence and innovation.
Whether you're a cinephile, a horror aficionado, or a lover of all things esoteric, this book is your ultimate guide to the rich tapestry of 1970s vampire lore. Packed with year-by-year analyses, behind-the-scenes insights, and a celebration of the genre’s evolution, Dracula at the Disco reveals the vampire as a mirror to humanity's fears and desires.
If you’re ready to rediscover the allure of the undead, this is your backstage pass to the decade that changed horror forever.
Keywords: 1970s vampire cinema, Blacula, Hammer Films, Gothic horror, feminist horror, Blaxploitation, queer representation, vampire movies, Dracula, horror history, Ricardo Rebelo.
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This book truly does have something for every reader, from every background. RI natives, residents, expats, and tourists alike will delight at the mention of familiar locations, and shiver at glimpses of another, darker, side to these places they only thought they knew. While those unfamiliar with the Ocean State will be treated to a sort of backdoor tour along the shadowy streets and meadows of this historically haunted little state, lead by a team of talented horror writers, privy to some of its darker secrets.
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderfully spooky collection of stories
Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2022
Praise & Reviews For Monsters in the Mills
Really great set of stories based in Rhode Island. Truly original setting and I really enjoyed most of these although they seemed a lot more creepier than horror. Still overall a really enjoyable read.
5.0 out of 5 stars Good stuff
Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2025
I'm about halfway through but I'm really enjoying this. Usually when I think horror & Mills I think of the historic working conditions etc, but was pleasantly surprised to see all the time period variations in this one!
5.0 out of 5 stars A great creepy read
Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2024
This collection of short stories was the perfect blend of story meets real life. All the authors live in Rhode Island and grew up in towns and cities that were home to once thriving mills. They were ale to take the stories and lore and weave them into creepy tales of what lives in the abandoned and forgotten.
About Ricardo D. Rebelo
Ricardo D. Rebelo is an accomplished author and filmmaker with a focus on horror fiction. He has published numerous short stories in esteemed magazines and anthologies, including Monsters in the Mills (Glass House Books), Halloweenthology, Flash of the Un-Dead, Dead Girls Walking, Children of the Dead, Petting Boo, and Flash of the Dead Halloween ‘24 (Wicked Shadow Press), Monster Mag, The Chamber, and Scars magazines.
In addition to his writing, Ricardo is also a talented director known for his award-winning PBS documentaries, such as Island of My Dreams, Dark New England, and Lizbeth: A Victorian Nightmare.