Sumptuous, compelling, visually-stunning and strangely-romantic, Francis Ford Coppola's take on Bram Stoker's Dracula is a triumph.
The casting is brilliant. Gary Oldman as Dracula is a stroke of genius. Anthony Hopkins plays the eccentric Professor Van Helsing with his usual aplomb, and Winona Ryder is perfect as Mina, the object of Dracula's desire. Even Keanu-stiff-as-a-post Reeves, works well as Jonathan-stiff-as-a-post Harker.
Francis Ford Coppola filters the myth of Dracula through his own unique vision, creating a classic gothic-fantasy with a heady, sensual feel.
I was shocked when I realised this film came out fifteen years ago. Apart from the obvious, unpleasant reminder that I'm definitely getting old, this version of Dracula has really stood the test of time.
Plus, the two-disc collector's edition has just been released, so it's the perfect time to add it to your collection.
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