Dracula
Director: John Badham
Actors: Frank Langella, Laurence Olivier, Donald Pleasence
PlotAfter his arrival by shipwreck in England, Count Dracula charms his way into the social circles of the medieval town. He takes residence at an old castle and quickly becomes a captivating figure to the local inhabitants. His enigmatic presence has a mysterious allure, deeply affecting Lucy Seward, the daughter of Dr. Jack Seward, who runs the local insane asylum. Lucy finds herself inexplicably drawn to Dracula, even as her health begins to inexplicably decline. Meanwhile, another woman named Mina Van Helsing, a close friend of Lucy’s, falls seriously ill and dies, prompting her father, Professor Abraham Van Helsing, to come to England in search of answers.
Professor Van Helsing's investigations lead him to suspect Dracula is not merely an exotic nobleman but a malevolent vampire. He delves into local lore and strange occurrences, seeking to discover the truth and protect the citizens of the town. As Lucy's condition worsens, Van Helsing teams up with Lucy's fiancé, Jonathan Harker, and Dr. Seward to confront the evil that lurks in their midst. Their quest to uncover Dracula's true identity becomes a race against time to save Lucy and put an end to Dracula's reign of terror.
Writers: W.D. Richter, Hamilton Deane, John L. Balderston
Release Date: 20 Jul 1979
Runtime: 109 min
Rating: R
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English, Dutch, Romanian, Russian
Home Video Reviews
Dracula (1979) Blu-ray by Scream Factory offers both color-timed versions, rich special features, and magnetic performances, making it a must-own release for fans.
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John Badham's 1979 'Dracula' combines impressive sets, atmospheric cinematography, and strong performances, though it suffers from uneven pacing and a divisive color-tweaked transfer.
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