With superhuman strength and immunity to sunlight, human-vampire hybrid Blade hunts down vampires to avenge his mother's death. When vampire Deacon Frost threatens to unleash an ancient god, Blade and his friend Whistler team up with haematologist Karen Jenson to stop them. Based on the Marvel anti-hero, this cult classic is often credited with popularising the superhero movie. 

After the movie, join us for a post-screening discussion exploring the myth and science of vampires and bats in films like Blade.

Panel

• Pidge Greenwood is studying a Bachelor of Science with a focus on genetics and evolutionary sciences. They have a strong interest in vampires and the metaphors they often embody in fiction.
• Dr Brendan McMorran is an Associate Professor and research group leader at the ANU's John Curtin School of Medical Research. His research spans genetics, immunology and infectious disease.
• Dr Joanna Haddock holds degrees in psychology and environmental science and completed a PhD investigating the impacts of urban street lighting on insectivorous bats. She now uses her psychology expertise and love of bats as a science communicator.
• Dr Alice Motion is an Associate Professor and Deputy Head of School at the University of Sydney’s School of Chemistry. Their work centres on ways to better connect people with science, including through citizen science collaborations.
• Dr Anna-Sophie Jürgens (moderator) is a Senior Lecturer in Science Communication at the Australian National Centre for the Public Awareness of Science and the Head of the Popsicule – ANU’s Science in Popular Culture and Entertainment Hub.