The most famous vampire in the world was created by Irish writer Bram Stoker and has been portrayed in over 538 films in the 127 years since his creation, according to the Guinness Book of Records. But the most faithful adaptation comes from legendary director Francis Ford Coppola, who in 1992 Bram Stoker’s Dracula to the cinema. The grandiose fantasy horror film, including an all-star cast, is on TV tonight.
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In Bram Stoker’s Dracula we meet the young lawyer Jonathan (Keanu Reeves), who is mysterious Count Dracula (Gary Oldman) from Transylvania is invited to his castle to conclude a land deal.
When the Count sees a photo of Jonathan’s fiancée Mina (Winona Ryder), he recognizes his great love who died centuries ago Elisabetha again and immediately travels to London to win her heart. Jonathan, meanwhile, discovers the true identity of the undead and sets out with vampire hunter van Helsing (Anthony Hopkins) to stop Dracula.
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Bram Stoker’s Dracula
Despite dramatic liberties, Coppola’s production remains very closely to the novel. Changes were made especially in the backstory of Count Dracula, which is told in much more detail in the film. This brings the director human and loving side of the bloodsucking monster comes more into focus.
Bram Stoker’s Dracula impresses with classic effects
Whole three Oscars Bram Stoker’s Dracula won in the categories of make-up, costumes and effects in 1993. The Godfather director must have particularly liked the latter, as he wanted to create a production with as few computer effects as possible.
Some of the methods used in the early days of cinema can be found in the film. According to a report by Den of Geek, the search for experts in such techniques was difficult, but ultimately successful.
This paid off not only at the Academy Awards, but also Bram Stoker’s Dracula was a financial success and, according to The Numbers, grossed 215 million US dollars at the box office. The big fantasy spectacle has also received very positive reviews on Rotten Tomatoes. It says:
Exaggerated, in the best sense of the word. Francis Ford Coppola’s vision of Bram Stoker’s Dracula rescues the character from decades of campy interpretations – and features some great performances to boot.
The film has been somewhat forgotten, but it is still worth watching. In addition to the spectacular images and effects, you can expect an exciting and emotionally touching story about the most famous vampire in the world.
When will the novel adaptation of Bram Stoker’s Dracula be shown on TV?
ZDFneo shows the vampire classic on this Thursday evening, August 8, 2024, at 11:45 p.m.Unfortunately, there is no repeat, but you can buy Bram Stoker’s Dracula at a heavily discounted stream on Amazon Prime Video.
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