“Dracula” is an amazing film that has truly earned any and
all accolades that it has been given over the years. This classic captures
some, but not all, of the magic from Bram Stroker’s novel about a vampire that
wants to feast upon the teeming “millions” of London. There is nothing romantic
about this vampire that is portrayed by Bela Lugosi, he is cunning and deadly
and is only polite when he needs to be. He is a monster to be reckoned with,
but I must admit that I was not aware that Renfield was so creepy in this
version. This was the first time I’ve watched this film since I was really
young and now I’m thrilled that I’ve rediscovered a classic. In my opinion,
what makes this film really frightening is the lack of a soundtrack; this small
detail heightens the jerky movements of Lugosi and the silent motions of the
vampire “sisters”.
If you haven’t seen this version or read the book….then
shame on you!
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