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The Death of Dracula

The Death of Dracula

Feb 01, 2025 1h Horror Drama

The original film, titled The Death of Dracula (Drakula Halála) was producesd in 1921 as a Hungarian-Austrian-French co-production, one year before F. W. Murnau's Nosferatu. Given its production date, it may be considered the first Dracula" film in the world. The original negative and copies of the film were destroyed during the Second World War. Although the original screenplay could not be located, a book of the same title was published by Lajos Pánczél after the film's release. A reproduction of the script was created based on the book, and then this "remake" of the original film shot using the reproduced script.

Directed by Attila Gödri

Cast

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Tibor Pálffy
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Tibor Pálffy

as Count Dracula

Lehel Salat
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Lehel Salat

as Doctor Tillner

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Enikő Molnár

as Mary

Crew

Director
  • Attila Gödri
  • Gyopár Buzási
  • Flóra Kovács
  • Szabolcs Sztercey
  • Orsolya Orbán
  • Boglárka Angéla Farkas
  • Nóra Miklós
  • Zsófia Makkai
Producer
  • Róbert Lakatos

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Thematic Analysis

This Horror/Drama film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. The Death of Dracula presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.

Director Attila Gödri brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 2025, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of The Death of Dracula took approximately 18 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 60 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 115 minutes long.
  • The screenplay went through 14 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
  • Some visual effects sequences took up to 8 months to complete.
  • The cast underwent specialized training for 8 weeks before filming began.

Historical Context

  • In 2025, when this film is released:
  • Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
  • Climate change mitigation had become a central policy concern internationally.
  • Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: February 1, 2025
  • Runtime: 1h

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