Draft Research Titles

Accounting For The Popularity Of The Vampire
Focusing on the changing representations of the vampire, from feared monster to handsome 'vegetarians', what global happenings and trends at the time of release influenced these changes, how the typical vampire conventions continue to be challenged and whether these changes are what help to maintain the popularity of the genre. Also research into the intended audience for each film, box office figures, DVD sales and technology.

Possible focus films: Dracula (1958), The Lost Boys (1987), Near Dark (1987), Interview With The Vampire (1995), Queen of the Damned (2002), Twilight (2008), Daybreakers (2008)

Brat Pack Films And Their Influence

Focusing on what made Brat Pack films so appealing, the actors and actresses of the Brat Pack, how social, cultural and global trends influenced these films, and how the themes and issues explored in the narrative attracted the intended audience. Also research into soundtracks, box office figures, DVD sales and the genius of John Hughes.

Possible focus films: Sixteen Candles (1984), Red Dawn (1984), St Elmo's Fire (1985), The Breakfast Club (1985), Pretty In Pink (1986), Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986), Young Guns (1988)