
Subspecies is a horror film that typifies the vampire subgenre with its gothic setting in the Transylvanian mountains, a classic locale evoking eerie and supernatural atmospheres. Typical elements include a supernatural conflict between vampire brothers, blending dark fantasy with horror motifs such as bloodlust, immortality, and ominous family rivalry. What makes Subspecies stand out from other horror titles is its emphasis on the psychological and physical struggles between the protagonists and the malevolent forces, as well as its cult following for combining atmospheric cinematography with inventive special effects for its time, creating a moody, suspenseful narrative that contrasts the innocence of the three students with the menacing vampire legacy.