Vamp (1986)

Dir: Richard Wenk

Irresistible 80s comedy-horror with a trio of dorks needing to hire a stripper in order to get into the frat house of their choice. Unfortunately, they end up at the After Dark Club where the dancers (led by the inimitable Grace Jones) are perhaps a little TOO exotic. Bloodsucking mayhem (that undoubtedly inspired "From Dusk 'Til Dawn") ensues. Although she's only onscreen for maybe 15 minutes of the run time, Jones steals the show with her hypnotic dancing and jaw-dropping costumes (a dress made of wire!) but this isn't to say the rest of the film isn't worthwhile. The whole thing is neon-lit in pornographic pinks and greens that look gorgeous. The lead actors have good chemistry which helps the jokes fly high and the horror, when it happens, is full of splattery, rubbery goodness. Stylish and zippy, "Vamp" holds its own and hasn't dated as badly as many of its peers. Still worth a bite. ***