: Starring Benjamin Walker as Lincoln, the movie focuses on stylized, high-octane action.
: After his mother is killed by a supernatural creature, a young Lincoln dedicates his life to destroying the undead. Abraham Lincoln Vampir
The "vampir" (Turkish for vampire) theme serves as a metaphor for the "blood-sucking" nature of slavery. Academic analysis suggests that representing Lincoln in this way was a marketing strategy to increase public interest while still honoring his historical roles as a friend, husband, and politician. : Starring Benjamin Walker as Lincoln, the movie