"The Vampire Lovers" is a 1970 British horror film directed by Roy Ward Baker. It is based on the novella "Carmilla" by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, which features a female vampire who preys on young women. The film is notable for its exploration of themes such as sexuality and the supernatural, set in a gothic atmosphere. The story follows Carmilla, a seductive vampire who arrives at a remote estate, where she becomes infatuated with a young woman named Laura. As the plot unfolds, the characters confront the dangers of vampirism and the consequences of desire, leading to a dramatic and chilling conclusion.