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Re: Dracula 1931 (Something I MUST SAY!)
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I gave this another watch last night and I enjoyed it. Having the Blu Ray restoration really adds to the enjoyment since the set details are so vivid. If any movie needed help, it was this one.
Lugosi's odd hand gestures are so unique and really adds to the weirdness of the performance.
As for the infamous cardboard on the lamp, I've concluded it serves two purposes:
1. The direct light is bothering Mina since she is becoming a vampire, so it serves as a shield and mutes the direct rays.
2. It casts a shadow over the wall and bed that was cinematically pleasing for Dracula's next attack.
I think the reason it was figured to be a mistake was due to the slipshod cutting job that was done on it. It looks more torn than anything.
To me, Manners and Chandler are the weakest in the cast. Lugosi, Van Sloan and Frye are so strong. Manners just comes across as a bit of a big baby and Chandler in many scenes looks like she might break into laughter at any moment.
I still really enjoy the movie and the pace, while slow, seems appropriate. Lugosi and Frye are simply great in it.
I couldn't help but wonder, "What if Universal had a few more horror movies under their belt before taking on Dracula?" With this film, they were essentially diving into unchartered waters. Frankenstein had the benefit, and confidence, that horror could be successful. With Dracula it seemed as though they were unsure what they could get away with.
Regardless, Lugosi was the real foundation to the subsequent success they had with horror films. Without this fantastic performance, Universal might not been able to continue with horror. That alone is worthy of much appreciation and respect.
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