Dracula: Reborn
Dracula: Reborn

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Dracula: Reborn

2012
Movie
88 min
English

The first film in the STILL NIGHT MONSTER MOVIE SERIES, DRACULA: REBORN is a modern retelling of Bram Stoker’s classic DRACULA, set in modern day Los Angeles.

Insights

IMDb2.8/10
Director: Drew ThomasGenres: Horror, Action, Fantasy

Plot Summary

A modern take on the classic Dracula story, this film follows a desperate father who makes a deal with the devil to save his dying child. This pact unleashes the ancient vampire Dracula upon the world, and a reluctant hero must find a way to stop him before he plunges humanity into eternal darkness. The film blends supernatural horror with action sequences as the battle for humanity's soul unfolds.

Critical Reception

Dracula: Reborn received largely negative reviews from critics and audiences alike, with many citing its uninspired plot, poor special effects, and weak performances. While some appreciated the attempt at a modern interpretation, the consensus was that it failed to deliver a compelling or memorable vampire story. It is generally considered a low-budget B-movie with minimal impact.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ambition to modernize the Dracula mythos.

  • Heavily criticized for its low production values and unconvincing acting.

  • Seen as a forgettable entry in the vampire genre.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Dracula: Reborn are scarce, but those available generally reflect disappointment with the film's execution, noting its unengaging narrative and dated visual effects.

Fun Fact

Despite its title referencing a 'reborn' Dracula, the film primarily focuses on a new demonic pact and its consequences, rather than a direct re-imagining of Bram Stoker's original character arc.

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