 Blade (1998)
Comic book-based horror/action/thriller about semi-vampire vampire-hunter battling undead
industrialist's bloodsucking minions. Lots of action, mindless fun.
Starring: Wesley Snipes, Stephen Dorff
Director: Stephen
Norrington
Runtime: 121 minutes
Rating: R |
 Bram
Stoker's Dracula (1992)
Wonderful retelling of the old tale. Excellent performances by Gary Oldman, Winona Rider
and Anthony Hopkins to name a few. Some scenes are highly sexual, so beware if that
offends you.
Starring: Gary Oldman, Winona Ryder, Keanu Reeves
Director: Francis Ford Coppola
Runtime: 128 minutes
Rating: R |
 Dracula (1931)
Transylvanian vampire searches for blood in this genre-creating horror classic. Despite
the stagy, melodramatic acting, this Gothic tale interests fans of vampire films and
cinema history buffs. A newly recorded soundtrack, by accomplished composer Philip Glass,
was recorded for 1999 releases.
Starring: Bela Lugosi, Helen Chandler
Director: Tod Browning
Runtime: 84 minutes Rating: NR |
 Dracula (1979)
A more modern version of Stoker's vampire tale. With its big-name cast and love
story emphasis, this version will please romance lovers as well as vampire enthusiasts.
Starring: Frank Langella, Laurence Olivier
Director: John Badham
Runtime: 109 minutes
Rating: R |
 Dracula
2000 (2000)
Another telling of the Dracula tale but with a Biblical twist. A killer soundtrack lights
up this already good movie. Not the greatest, but definitely in the mindless pleasure
category!
Starring: Jonny Lee Miller, Christopher Plummer
Director: Patrick
Lussier
Runtime: 127 minutes
Rating: R
|
 Dracula: Dead and Loving It (1995)
Totally slapstick version of the Dracula tale done by Mel Brooks and starring the king of
shtick, Lesley Nielson. Definitely worth watching if you love humor and comedy films.
Starring: Leslie Nielsen, Peter MacNicol
Director: Mel Brooks
Runtime: 90 minutes
Rating: PG-13 |
 Fright
Night (1985)
Modern classic vampire movie about a teen who thinks his handsome new neighbor is a
vampire. Totally entertaining and the sequel is equally good.
Starring: Chris Sarandon, William Ragsdale
Director: Tom
Holland
Runtime: 106 minutes
Rating: R |
 From Dusk Till Dawn (1995)
Ultra violent vampire fare that finds criminal brothers on the run and falling into a den
of bloodsuckers. Graphic gore, fast action and story line make this a feats to watch
although some didn't like it for unknown reasons.
Starring: Quentin Tarantino, George Clooney
Director: Robert Rodriguez
Runtime: 108 minutes
Rating: R |
 Interview with the Vampire (1994)
Despite what Anne Rice first thought, Tom Cruise was actually able to pull this film off
and make it enjoyable. The tale of the narcissistic egomaniac vampire Lestat and his
companions over the years. Moody cinematography, if you enjoy the Anne Rice books, you'll
like this film.
Starring: Tom Cruise, Brad Pitt
Director: Neil Jordan
Runtime: 122 minutes |
 The
Lost Boys (1987)
Young, pretty vampires try and take over a seaside town but are thwarted by newcomers in
this trendy but enjoyable film. The MTV style music makes it enjoyable as well.
Starring: Jason Patrick, Corey Haim
Director: Joel Schumacher
Runtime: 97 minutes
Rating: PG |
 Martin (1977)
Low-budget thriller about a vampire who uses a razor to pierce victims' veins. Blackly
humorous film has a cult following. Appeals to those seeking mix of horror and crime
genres.
Starring: John Amplas, Lincoln Maazel
Director: George A. Romero
Runtime: 95 minutes
Rating: R |
 Near Dark (1987)
Very violent, twisted tale of vampires on the road. A truly great and classic vampire
film, it gives them a more "human" approach than most vampire genre films.
Definitely worth watching!
Starring: Adrian
Pasdar, Jenny Wright, Lance Henricksen, Bill Paxton
Director: Kathryn
Bigelow
Runtime: 95 minutes
Rating: R |
 Nosferatu (1922)
First filmed version of Dracula tale is considered a classic for its eerie visuals,
chilling performances. Still considered a must for classic horror fans, art-house devotees
looking for spooky atmospherics.
Starring: Max Schreck, Alexander Granach
Director: F.W. Murnau
Runtime: 63 minutes
Rating: NR |
