"Science. Art. Film." screening & discussion of "Blade": Public event curated & moderated by Dr Anna-Sophie Jürgens

SCIENCE. ART. FILM is a new series that uncovers wacky, weird and wonderful facets of science and art in films – in discussion with artists and ANU scholars from different disciplines.

With superhuman strength and immunity to sunlight, human-vampire hybrid Blade (Wesley Snipes) hunts down vampires to avenge his mother’s death. When powerful vampire Deacon Frost (Stephen Dorff) threatens to unleash an ancient god, Blade and his old friend Whistler (Kris Kristofferson) team up with haematologist Karen Jenson (N’Bushe Wight) to stop them. Based on the Marvel anti-hero of the same name, this cult classic is often credited with popularising the superhero movie. Over 20 years later, Blade still offers a bloody good time. Join us after the film for a lively panel discussion exploring the myth and science of vampires and bats as portrayed in films like Blade.