A Beautiful adaptation of Bram Stoker's classic novel.

Rating: 8/10 (11 May 2015)

Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992) is a visually stunning film, that's what got me interested in watching it. The release poster for this movie is soo beautiful and intriguing! This movie is filled with a winning cast all around! Anthony Hopkins was great as usual, and so was Winona Ryder, who gave a very convincing performance as Mina. I know it was heavily criticized, but I rather liked Keanu Reeves in this film, I thought he made his character very likable and also very convincing! The Costume Design is one of the greatest costume designs in any film period. The time period dresses, armor, suits and robes fit soo well in this movie! The sets were so amazing to look at, especially when it came to Dracula's castle! Well deserved Oscars! I adored Dracula's brides here, the way they behaved, presented themselves, the manner in which they spoke, all of these aspects were cranked up in their portrayal of these three evil wives of Dracula, especially in the scene where all 3 seduce Jonathan Harker. I'm glad that scene was in the film, it really shows and reveals the true nature of Dracula's wives, and I just love the way they handled themselves, with fangs, a smile, the elaborate costumes, and with a very very sensual manner, which is an integral point of his wives. There were a few awkward moments as far as acting, but overall, very good! I also really embraced the beginning story of how Dracula became himself by losing his beloved. And the ending was actually and surprisingly very touching, and I'm glad it was, nice to see Dracula have some real emotions and feel love like a human. Francis ford Coppola is an amazing filmmaker, and hopefully, his daughter will continue the good work. 8/10