In a world where decay and madness intertwine, a weakened vampire count, unable to feed on human blood, is forced to seek a new type of sustenance. Fleeing from restored Europe, he embarks on a journey to Italy, drawn by rumors of the pure essence of youth that emanates from the noble maidens of the region. But it’s not just his thirst for blood that drives him; behind the facade of his nobility lies the desperation of a being seeking to recover from his evident impotence.
Upon arriving in a small village, he encounters an aristocratic family facing their own dilemmas, as their daughters have become the object of the count’s desire. The atmosphere grows tense and grim as intrigues and secrets unfold within the mansion. With each advance, the count feels more alive, but the complexities of his desires challenge his vampiric nature. Will he finally find the blood that will restore him to his former self, or will he become ensnared in a cycle of insatiable longing?
This peculiar tale not only explores the boundaries of desire and the grotesque but also plunges the viewer into a biting satire on aristocracy, consumerism, and the horror of being human, all seasoned with a touch of dark humor. As the count faces the consequences of his actions, the question lingers: what kind of sacrifice is he willing to make for his relentless thirst?