Vampire Sisters

Silvania is the more adaptable sister who blends into everyday life yet carries the weight of her vampiric heritage. She forms a tentative romance with Jacob, testing boundaries between daylight innocence and the pull of blood. Her sun sensitivity and curiosity push her to explore what it means to be human, while she remains loyal to her sister.

Dakaria struggles to fit in among humans and often acts with bold, defensive energy. She finds a true friend in Helene Steinbrück, a girl who loves life despite being hard of hearing, and relies on that friendship to weather rough days. Her vulnerability stands alongside a fierce loyalty to her sister as they navigate their half-vampire existence.

Mihai is the protective father figure who guards his family’s safety while steering them through unfamiliar cultural terrain. He balances pride in their heritage with a pragmatic need to keep their true nature hidden from the town’s scrutiny. His quiet authority anchors the family amid growing suspicion.

Elvira anchors the family with warmth and cultural memory, navigating the delicate balance between parental care and adaptation to a new environment. She supports her daughters’ individuality while urging caution about the world’s risks. Her quiet strength helps maintain the fragile equilibrium at home.

Dirk is the suspicious neighbor whose appetite for control grows as he suspects the Tepes family of vampiric secrets. He represents the town’s fear of the unknown and becomes a relentless pursuer, arming himself with vampire-hunter gear and a growing sense of menace.

Ali bin Schick is a mysterious shopkeeper who can grant wishes, cautioning that magic comes with a price. He drives the central conflict by offering a path to desired identities, which the sisters must later confront and reverse. His position as a mentor-turned-instrument of fate deepens the film’s moral tension.

Helene is a bright, life-loving friend who accepts Dakaria despite her challenges, offering a safe space where she can be herself. Her hard-of-hearing perspective brings empathy and resilience to the group, making her a crucial ally in the sisters’ covert midnight search.

Ludo is a classmate who unexpectedly holds the key to reversing the spell through his knowledge of the antidote. He provides insight and a broader outlook on the sisters’ situation, helping them navigate danger and deceit. His involvement becomes essential to understanding what truly matters: family and identity.