HORROR MOVIE REVIEW: DRACULA (1931)
This week, we’re ARE CELEBARTING VALENTINES DAY WITH A MOVIE THAT PREMIERED ON VALENTINES DAY ALL THE WAY BACK IN 1931 Tod Browning’s Dracula . Bela Lugosi’s iconic portrayal of Count Dracula set the standard for vampires on screen and remains haunting to this day. From the eerie atmosphere to the hypnotic presence of Lugosi, this film stands as a cornerstone of classic horror cinema.
What makes Dracula so memorable is its timeless mood and chilling silence. Every shadow, every stare, and every moment of stillness adds to the unease.
Monsters/Villains: 🤖🤖🤖🤖🤖🤖🤖 (7.8)
Bela Lugosi’s Count Dracula is legendary. His piercing gaze, deliberate speech, and unnerving calm make him one of the most iconic monsters in film history. While not the most action-packed villain, his mere presence is unsettling enough to keep you hooked.
Actors/Characters: 🤖🤖🤖🤖🤖🤖🤖🤖 (8.3)
Lugosi is the highlight, but Edward Van Sloan also stands out as the determined Professor Van Helsing, bringing a strong presence to the battle against the undead. Helen Chandler as Mina and Dwight Frye as Renfield deliver solid performances, with Frye’s manic portrayal of Renfield stealing scenes with his descent into madness.
Story: 🤖🤖🤖🤖🤖🤖🤖 (7.5)
A simple yet effective story, DRACULA ALthough not FAITHFUL TO THE NOVEL It does an incredible job of creating an unforgettable cinematic experience. Though A BIT slower THEN OTHER UNIVERSAL MONSTER MOVIES, the pacing adds to its suspense, making each moment of terror more impactful.
Joe’s Score: 🤖🤖🤖🤖🤖🤖🤖🤖 (7.8)
Dracula (1931) is a classic that never loses its charm. It’s not the flashiest horror film, but its atmosphere & performances make it a must-watch for any horror fan. Bela Lugosi’s Dracula is immortal—not just in the story, but in film history itself.
What are your thoughts on Dracula (1931)? Does Lugosi’s Dracula still give you chills? Let me know!
OVERALL: DRACULA (1931) (7.85)
The Exorcist (9.25)
Psycho (9.22)
Abbott & Costello Meet Frankenstein (9.0)
REAR WINDOW (8.8)
VERTIGO (8.65)
The Omen (1976) (8.45)
The Creature from the Black Lagoon (8.42)
Salem’s Lot (8.4)
StranGERS on a TRAIN (8.35)
The Ghost & Mr Chicken (8.32)
It (2017) (8.3)
DIAL M FOR MURDER (8.3)
Rosemary’s Baby (8.28)
The Phantom of the Opera (1925) (8.08)
Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974) (8.07)
The Wolfman (1941) (7.98)
The Lost Boys (7.97)
DRACULA (1931) (7.85)
The Thing (1982) (7.67)
The Fog (7.5)
Homicidal (7.12)
Halloween (1978) (6.65)
Ernest Scared Stupid (5.35)
Monster Squad (5.22)
