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Scars of Dracula
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by Republic Pictures
Sales Rank: 9823
Price: $9.98
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The fans and critics are correct, "Scars of Dracula" is a departure from Hammer Production's Dracula series. It is definitely gorier and more violent than the others as though targeted for younger audiences who were craving more gore and violence in the early seventies. In "Scars of Dracula," Dracula appears more evil and diabolical. His violent outbursts are quite shocking. Perhaps he hasn't been getting enough sleep. That would explain the bloodshot eyes. Furthermore, Dracula always had a sense of class and breeding; in this film, he's a veritable brute. <br /> <br /> I enjoyed "Scars of Dracula." Though I don't consider myself a gore hound, I do love a high body count. This movie promised an extremely high one but I was disappointed. It begins with a bang: The mass spilling of innocent blood inside a church (quite blasphemous and daring for 1970). However, the pace slows down and never quite picks up. The ending itself wasn't anything spectacular or memorable. However, I'll never forget when Dracula loses his temper and repeatedly stabs his vampire girlfriend with a knife. <br /> <br /> As always, horror legend Christopher Lee has great stage presence. His performance as Dracula is still superb despite character alterations. Unlike, "Dracula: Prince of Darkness," he actually speaks instead of only appearing sinister. I was thankful for this. I am very fond of Lee's deep, manly voice. It sounds both charming and villainous at the same time. You must add "Scars of Dracula" to your Christopher Lee Dracula series from Hammer Production. In fact, it is highly recommended for all fans of Lee. <br /> <br />Note of Interest: I ordered "Scars of Dracula" new from Amazon.com. The jewel case did not have the bonus DVD as advertised on the cover. Nor did it have the customary movie poster. I was very disappointed that Anchor Bay failed to include these items in my purchase. <br /> <br />
Viewer Reviews
AFTER BELA LUGOSI THEN THERE WAS CHRISTOPHER LEE. 2 MAJOR BLOOD SUCKERS. SCARS OF DRACULA IS ONE OF THE BEST. LOVE THE SCENE WHEN HE WENT OFF ON HIS VAMPIRE COMPANION FOR GETTING READY TO EAT HIS SNACK. THEY DON'T MAKE EM LIKE THIS ANYMORE
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