Daughter of Dracula
Director: Jesús Franco
Actors: Carmen Yazalde, Anne Libert, Alberto Dalbés
PlotA young woman named Luisa visits her ancestral home after the death of her mother. While exploring the manor, she discovers a dark family secret: she is descended from Count Dracula. As she delves deeper into her lineage, she uncovers evidence suggesting that her family has a history of vampirism. Horrified yet intrigued, Luisa is drawn into a world of ancient curses, supernatural powers, and forbidden desires. Her uncle, Count Karl, becomes increasingly suspicious as Luisa begins to investigate the mysterious deaths in the nearby village, noticing similarities to vampire attacks.
As Luisa is torn between her modern sensibilities and the pull of her vampiric heritage, she encounters a range of characters who either seek to exploit or destroy her newfound identity. A local detective grows more curious about Luisa's actions as he investigates the deaths and mysterious occurrences surrounding her family. Meanwhile, a seductive and enigmatic family friend, who seems to know more about the vampire curse, complicates her journey. Luisa's struggle to accept or reject her legacy leads to a series of dark and suspenseful events that draw both human and supernatural forces into a thrilling confrontation.
Writers: Jesús Franco
Release Date: 14 Dec 1972
Runtime: 87 min
Rating: Not Rated
Country: France, Portugal
Language: French
Home Video Reviews
As with most Franco films, Daughter of Dracula coasts on minimal tension and rhythm, offering a sleazy, low-budget adaptation with an average audio-video presentation and few bonus features.
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