While some critics felt the film was primarily geared toward existing fans, it was widely praised for its empowering message and positive LGBTQ+ representation. It avoids many common queer tropes, offering a story about growth, taking responsibility for one's history, and the enduring power of love and friendship.
Set five years after the final season of the web series, the movie catches up with our favorite "Hollstein" couple—Laura Hollis (Elise Bauman) and a now-human Carmilla Karnstein (Natasha Negovanlis)—living in a Toronto apartment. The domestic bliss is short-lived, however, as Carmilla begins to show signs of "re-vamping," and Laura is plagued by eerie dreams. The Carmilla Movie (2017)
The plot reunites the beloved "Scooby Gang," including LaFontaine, Perry, Kirsch, and Mel, as they travel back to Styria to confront ghosts from Carmilla's past. Why Fans Still Love It While some critics felt the film was primarily