Like most others, I get nervous whenever I see the film described as funny, campy, or humorous. However, I have a question about fandom.
Let's assume for a moment that the film acutally is largely campy and comedic. Let's also assume the film is a huge hit. That would likely mean thousand of new DS fans will join our community (meaning DS fandom in general). However, in this senario, the new fans will actually love -- even celebrate -- the comedic and campy elements of Dark Shadows, while most old-timers (like myself) appreciate the show's serious horror tone. What will that mean to DS fandom? Would we split into two camps? What would happen on this board, for example, if we were suddenly invaded by dozens of young fans who laugh at DS and revel in the film's campiness?
Realizing this is all hypothetical, it is a real possibility. I'm just curious how traditional DS fandom would respond to a situation such as this one.