Dracula Prince Of Darkness Double Play (Blu-ray + DVD)

I was surprised just how well the blu ray came up, considering the unusual format the film was shot on -- half frame 35mm. Fascinating commentary by Christopher, Barbara and Francis. Really nice super 8mm home movie included as an extra, very evocative of Bray in 1965.

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The story starts with the final scene of the 1958 original, where Count Dracula is transformed into ashes. Christopher Lee reprises his role as Count Dracula once again, as two couples travelling through Eastern Europe, find themselves stranded by the side of the road, after their coach driver dumps them, and drives off. In the distance they spot a castle, a driverless carriage appears, and after getting in, it proceeds to take them to the castle. After arriving they are met by the mysterious Klove, a servant of the castle. This is the direct sequel to Dracula, which was Hammer's first outing with the Dracula films, also starring Peter Cushing. This genre would go on untill the 70's, which Hammer would become world famous for. For anyone who grew up with these films in the 60's, this one is a must buy. Or for anyone who hasn't yet watched a 'Hammer Horror', and hasn't seen any of the old style of horror films, then watch this. Hammer only made a few films in the CinemaScope format, and this is one of them. The film has been transferred in it's original aspect ratio of 2.35:1. Colours are natural, and this blu ray looks good. The sound is in 2.0 Final word: Before buying this, I already owned this film on dvd, and I can say that this blu ray release has far better Picture Quality than the dvd. Recommended, especially if you are a fan of Hammer Horrors.

This is my favourite Dracula movie. In the build up to the Count's appearance Barbara Shelly gives a superb performance as a woman absolutely terrified out of her wits by an evil that no one else seems to feel. When told by her insensitive husband that things will look different tomorrow she replies to the effect that, "For us there will be no tomorrow". Christopher Lee plays a Dracula without speech. He hisses and creates a staring monster that comes across as both evil and totally alien. There is non of the smooth talk of the traditional Dracula here. The scene where Dracula is brought back to life by the shedding of blood over his ashes, and rises from the swirling mist in his sarcophagus is truly memorable. In the first half of the movie the party of two travelling couples, who will take no advice, are warned not to go to Carlsbad, insist on going and are warned that they must start early and be there well before nightfall. They are also told that there is no castle, but insist there's one on the map, and of course end up being thrown off their coach as night falls, close to the castle gates, by a terrified coachman. They allow themselves to be taken into the castle and events take their inevitable course. The tension tends to be lost a little in the later parts of the movie, but it's still one of Hammer's best efforts and well worth watching.

Classic horror. I must have watched this film hundreds of times over the years.

Prince of Darkness was the 2nd outing for Chris Lee's Dracula, & a very good entry it is. Hammer films are the 'dog's' when it comes to these wonderful classic tales, &, like those fantastic Universal horrors of the 30's & 40's, when given a chance to put their own spin on the classic stories, do very well. It has a stella cast & all actors give it their best. This film will please all Hammer & horror fans the world over, it is such a good looking film. The Bluray transfer is excellent, & this is hardly surprising, as the fantastic Studiocanal has done the job with the care & attention one expects from these true Professionals. Truely a beautiful job. If you were unlucky enough to purchase the lousy looking (dare I say it, Lionsgate version - I dared) Hammer's 'Curse Of Frankenstein' & are more than a little concerned about handing over you're hard earned dosh for another Hammer Bluray title, I assure you friend, you will not be disappointed here. This is a very good looking Bluray. The colours are beautiful & vibrant.

I Grew up watching Hammer's Dracula films so when i found out that DRACULA-PRINCE OF DARKNESS was being released on blu-ray and dvd combo i knew i had to buy it the first thing i watched was the new Documentary Back to black- 30mins fantastic Doco has interviews with Hammer films Biographers aswell as new interviews with Barbara shelley & Francis mathews the Doco is excellent Francis & Barbara talk about there experience in the film it's very unfortunate Christopher lee wasn't interviewed or susan farmer the other extras are the same as the region 1 Anchor bay release from over 10years ago now the audio commentary is nothing new that was recorded on the Anchor bay release aswell as the behind the scenes footage that's on the Anchor bay release aswell now regarding the picture & sound quality of this dvd & blu-ray release i've watched both and compared the quality, the region 2 dvd is the same as the original region 2 dvd release from over 5 years ago the new HD transfer looks excellent very nice sharp & clear picture Hardly no Grain or Dirt much better than the old Digital remaster transfer the sound quality has also been boosted with new 2.0 master stereo mix which again sounds better than the old DVD mono so time to upgrade buy this new Blu-ray/dvd set 5 stars for the new blu-ray reissue, 2 stars for the dvd based incredible HD picture quality & better sound mix quality

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Excelente edição para um dos clássicos da produtora inglesa Hammer. Obrigatório para os fãs.

La que faltaba en mi colección y la espera lo valió.

Vampiro auténtico Un clásico

Very happy to have one of the best Hammer films on Blu-ray! I first watched it in the mid-seventies, so nice to own it in a high quality format. I'm not technically minded like some reviewers, I'll just say that the film looked beautiful, sound was great, bonus features are quite enjoyable. I'd highly recommend to anyone who hasn't seen it, just a very eerie film with a nice flow and very good acting. Fantastic score by James Bernard. Christopher Lee is vital and terrifying as Dracula, despite the well-known fact that he doesn't utter a single word!