The history of Count Dracula has been attracting the attention of the world's population for several centuries. It is not surprising that the plot, the main character of which is the count, does not become obsolete over the years. Director Gary Shore decided to tell the new story of Dracula.
Plot
Long before the audience could enjoy the new film on large screens, director Gary Shore announced that he wanted to tell a completely new story to Dracula. And she won't be like the one Bram Stoker told.
The main character was Vlad Tepes, the best warrior in the army of the Turks. When he was a child, his father gave it to the ruler of an enemy state to show his humility and humility. Raised by cruel warriors, Vlad himself did not know pity until a certain point. When he realized how much pain and suffering it brings to innocent people, he decided to leave the army and rule Wallachia.
The advent of a new ruler brings peace to the state. For many years the suffering land was not shocked by the new raids of the Turks. But for a long time this world could not last. One day, the Turkish ambassadors came to Vlad, demanding that the boys be sent to serve in the army. They are especially interested in the son of Tepes, Ingeras. Vlad has a choice to make. He can submit to the will of a powerful enemy or sell his soul to protect his family and state.
Actors Main roles
The film "Dracula" attracted many interesting actors. Reviews are a sure proof that they all coped with their roles.
The main character, Vlad Tepes, was played by British actor Luke Evans. He recently became known to a wide range of viewers. Perhaps one of the most striking roles that attracted the attention of moviegoers is the role of the Bard in the second part of the Hobbit trilogy. But, having become acquainted with two or three roles of Evans, viewers discover his other films, which are also worthy of attention. For example, "Irresistible Tamara", "Raven", the series "The Great Train Robbery."
Prince Vlad's beloved wife, Mirena, was played by a young actress Sarah Gadon. One of the most famous films in the creation of which she took part was The Dangerous Method. Michael Fassbender, Viggo Mortensen and Kira Find also played in this picture.
Actors of the film "Dracula"
The role of the son of Vlad and Mirena, Ingeras, was performed by the young actor Art Parkinson. He is familiar to fans of series thanks to the role of Rickon Stark in the film "Game of Thrones."
Fans of the Game of Thrones will also be able to enjoy the work of Charles Dance, who played the mysterious Caligula in the Dracula movie, and Tywin Lannister in the series.
The role of the leader of the Turks, Mahmed II, was played by Dominic Cooper. This is not the first time he has met Luke Evans on the set. Prior to that, he played with him in the film "Irresistible Tamara."
Thanks to these actors, the new film "Dracula" (2014) attracted much attention. Reviews from critics suggest that all roles played perfectly.
Behind the scenes
Director Dracula undertook to tell the director Harry Shore. He is new to the world of cinema. The film about the national hero of Romania, keeping afloat the budget of the whole state, became his debut. He spent a lot of time creating the film Dracula. Reviews indicate that the efforts were not in vain.
The script for the picture was written by Matt Sazam and Burke Sharpless. The film "Dracula" was not the last project for them, on which they worked together. In 2016, the picture "Gods of Egypt", created according to their new scenario, will be released.
The film "Dracula". Reviews
Critics have favorably accepted the new vampire count story. They responded well to the work of actors, screenwriters and director. But the creators of the picture were more worried about the reaction of the audience, because it was for them that the movie was shot.
People who decided to go to the cinema for the film "Dracula" were pleasantly struck by the plot. He is not like the story that Bram Stoker told. Thanks to the modern capabilities of cinema, it turned out to create an exciting and beautiful film.
People of different ages were attracted to the film "Dracula". Reviews are proof of this. Both girls and young people liked the tape. It contains Vlad’s personal story, showing his love for family and friends, as well as many exciting moments of the fighting.
Bram Stoker's "Dracula" (film). Reviews
Perhaps the most famous creation about the graph was a painting by Bram Stoker. Despite the fact that the film was released in 1992, it still has many fans around the world. He aroused young people's interest in Bram Stoker's novel, made the love story of Dracula immortal. The film was equally well received by both critics and viewers. Until now, he is considered one of the standards of the movie about vampires. He is advised to anyone interested in Gothic romance. This film may scare someone, but most of the audience, it will captivate a beautiful story, wonderful actors.
"Dracula" by Bram Stoker. Actors
The main role in the film was played by the famous British actor Gary Oldman. There are legends about his ability to transform. This film was one of those where he was fully able to show his talent.
Winona Ryder has played Dracula's wife and her exact copy in the present tense. The young actress made a good duet with a famous actor. This film has become one of her calling cards and has helped win the hearts of many moviegoers around the world.
The bridegroom of Wilhelmina, who so badly met Dracula, was played by Keanu Reeves. Then he was not yet as popular as it is now. There was still a lot of time before the release of The Matrix. But the role in the film "Dracula" allowed him to become more famous, to show his abilities to directors and scriptwriters.
The role of the vampire hunter, the fearless Abraham Van Helsing, was played by Anthony Hopkins. The name of this actor speaks for itself. And although he does not appear so often in front of the audience in the film, his role still remains one of the most striking.
No less vivid was the character embodied by Monica Bellucci in the picture. She was given even less screen time than Hopkins, but she managed to be remembered and loved by the audience. Monica played one of Dracula's brides.
Other films and series about graph
Many viewers were attracted to the film "Dracula" (2014). Reviews, ratings indicate that interest in the graph is alive. The success of the picture has generated interest in other films about the mysterious Spinner.
A year before the release of the film, viewers were able to enjoy the series "Dracula". The main role was played by the famous British actor Jonathan Reese Myers. This story is also different from the one told by Bram Stoker. The creators of the series allowed themselves to add some details, which, however, did not spoil the plot, but made it only more interesting.
One of the most famous films about the graph was the film "Dracula" in 1931. It is considered a classic. The main role was played by the cult actor
Bela Lugosi. His partner on the set was Helen Chandler. Despite its decent age, the film does not become obsolete and is still considered one of the best.
Dracula became one of the heroes of Van Helsing. But only in this story the main role was assigned not to him. The count from this film does not look like what Bram Stoker talked about, but he was able to charm many viewers. The role of the famous vampire was played by Richard Roxburgh.
A new wave of interest in the history of the mysterious ruler of Wallachia was provoked by the tape "Dracula" (2014). Reviews of the film indicate that young people are again interested in the story of this hero, which means that very soon new films about Dracula will appear on the screens.