A few thoughts: A much needed change of pace for a series that had been slowly going downhill, this movie takes Dracula and Van Helsing out of the 1800s and puts them in a modern setting. The first movie in the series to feature both Christopher Lee and Peter Cushing since Horror Of Dracula from 1958, this definitely brought Hammer Dracula back to life in a lot of ways. Not only is the setting updated, the music fuses funk and disco with the classic gothic horror style, creating an entirely new tone for the film with its soundtrack. Visually, the movie takes a similar approach, giving the modern setting an injection of classic flair -- fog, stone walls, etc. It's really quite unique. Seeing Cushing and Lee face off again after so many years (this is the 7th movie in the series, and only the second time they're featured together) is more than exciting, and their brief interactions are some of the best in the series. This is one of the most unconventional horror films Hammer ever produced, and it's kind of amazing for it.
People who are interested in seeing a Dracula movie with a very different setting that never comes across as gimmicky. It's not going to appeal to everyone, but it was a lovely change of pace for me.
My grade: B
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