Scars of Dracula
Director: Roy Ward Baker
Actors: Christopher Lee, Dennis Waterman, Jenny Hanley
PlotDracula is resurrected by a bat spitting blood on his remains in his castle in Transylvania. In a small village nearby, the villagers are attacked by vampire bats, prompting them to storm Dracula’s castle and set it on fire. However, Dracula retaliates savagely, killing several villagers. Meanwhile, a young man named Simon searches for his missing brother, Paul, who disappeared after staying at an inn close to the castle. Simon and his girlfriend Sarah, accompanied by a local priest, venture into the ominous castle only to realize the terrifying truth about Dracula's presence and intentions.
As Simon and Sarah delve deeper into the gloomy corridors of the castle, they face various dangers and encounter distressing signs of Paul's fate. The couple find themselves entangled in a grim struggle for survival against Dracula's unearthly powers. The chilling atmosphere heightens as they uncover dark secrets lurking within the castle’s depths. The film weaves tension and supernatural horror, pushing Simon and Sarah to their limits as they attempt to escape Dracula's malevolent grip.
Writers: Anthony Hinds, Bram Stoker
Release Date: 23 Dec 1970
Runtime: 95 min
Rating: R
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
Scars of Dracula offers engaging screen time from Christopher Lee, notable gore, and a solid Blu-Ray release with excellent audio-visual quality and comprehensive extras.
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