From Dusk Till Dawn (1996)
From Dusk Till Dawn (1996) is a cult classic film directed by Robert Rodriguez and written by Quentin Tarantino, who also stars in the movie. It blends elements of crime, horror, and action, creating a unique and entertaining experience.
Plot Summary
The film follows two criminal brothers, Seth (played by George Clooney) and Richie Gecko (played by Quentin Tarantino), who are on the run after a bank robbery that left several people dead. They take a familyโJacob Fuller (Harvey Keitel), a former preacher, his daughter Kate (Juliette Lewis), and his son Scott (Ernest Liu)โhostage and force them to help smuggle them across the Mexican border.
Once in Mexico, they stop at a seedy bar called the “Titty Twister” to wait for their contact. However, they soon discover that the bar is a haven for vampires. As night falls, the characters must fight for their lives against the bloodthirsty creatures, with the criminals and hostages forced to band together in a desperate attempt to survive until dawn.ย 
Themes and Style
From Dusk Till Dawn is known for its unexpected genre shift. The first half of the movie plays out as a tense crime thriller, while the second half veers into full-on horror with a heavy dose of action. The film is filled with dark humor, over-the-top violence, and memorable performances, particularly from Clooney and Tarantino. The film also features a cameo by Salma Hayek, who delivers a standout performance as the vampire queen Santanico Pandemonium.
