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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
In this tale, a mixture of historical fact and legend, Hammer queen Ingrid Pitt plays the wicked Countess Nodosheen(based on the fact/fiction of Countess Bathory), who discovers a new beauty treatment. Its red, comes in 9 pint packs, and does wonders for the complexion. Its not easy to come by though, as not any old blood will do, only that from virgin veins.
She becomes young and beautiful again, but is just as wicked inside, imprisoning her own daughter, and impersonating her, and murdering her way through her subjects, aided and abetted by the devious Captain Dobi, who loves the Countess enough to kill for her.
This is a lavish production, and boasts a fine cast. There is a memorable performance by Maurice Denham as the wily old court librarian Fabio, but all the cast give their all. It isnt my favourite Hammer film, but is very enjoyable, and easy on the eye
She becomes young and beautiful again, but is just as wicked inside, imprisoning her own daughter, and impersonating her, and murdering her way through her subjects, aided and abetted by the devious Captain Dobi, who loves the Countess enough to kill for her.
This is a lavish production, and boasts a fine cast. There is a memorable performance by Maurice Denham as the wily old court librarian Fabio, but all the cast give their all. It isnt my favourite Hammer film, but is very enjoyable, and easy on the eye
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
While not Hammer's greatest film it is nonetheless an interesting film for those who's taste for horror goes beyond the classics.
Based on the legend of Countess Bathory (who bathed in the blood of virgins in order to retain her youth) the standout performance from Ingrid Pitt drives the film along.
Alongside Pitt is Nigel Green (who plays the aging Countess' would be lover). Green, best known for his wonderful performance in Zulu, shows he's a fine performer even in lesser films. Also watch out for a small cameo from Niké Arrighi (The Devil Rides Out).
Made in the 70's its full of what was en vogue at the time, blood, screaming and topless women. This is not to do it a disservice as there's nothing silly or 'soft-porn' about it really. It remains, in true Hammer style, atmospheric and spooky.
It's major downfall is the pacing of the film, there's too little of interest happening for too long. Other Hammers have used the hour and a bit length to perfection and squeezed in plenty of thrills. However Countess Dracula starts well and fizzles out until its climactic end. It's a shame as the actors deserved better (particularly Ingrid Pitt). It's still got a nice charm and some very entertaining scenes but not one of the classics I'm afraid.
Based on the legend of Countess Bathory (who bathed in the blood of virgins in order to retain her youth) the standout performance from Ingrid Pitt drives the film along.
Alongside Pitt is Nigel Green (who plays the aging Countess' would be lover). Green, best known for his wonderful performance in Zulu, shows he's a fine performer even in lesser films. Also watch out for a small cameo from Niké Arrighi (The Devil Rides Out).
Made in the 70's its full of what was en vogue at the time, blood, screaming and topless women. This is not to do it a disservice as there's nothing silly or 'soft-porn' about it really. It remains, in true Hammer style, atmospheric and spooky.
It's major downfall is the pacing of the film, there's too little of interest happening for too long. Other Hammers have used the hour and a bit length to perfection and squeezed in plenty of thrills. However Countess Dracula starts well and fizzles out until its climactic end. It's a shame as the actors deserved better (particularly Ingrid Pitt). It's still got a nice charm and some very entertaining scenes but not one of the classics I'm afraid.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
A version of the story of Countess Elisabeth de Bathory, in familiar Hammer style. Played by Ingrid Pitt, the lady accidentally finds that virgin blood proves a good cure for her aging wrinkles, and the maids and locsl msidens of appropriate age start to disappear. A visiting relative is due to arrive at the Castle, but is waylaid in the by a local woodsman,and is held in the woodcutter`s hut.
Aided by Caaptain Dobi (played by Crossroad`s Sandor Eles,) wwho finds a supply of virgins for the Lady`s beauty treatment, as well as playing her lover. till the escape of her neice,Leslie-Ann Down. A vintage cast of TV familiars support in great form, Nige Green, Maaurice Denham, Nigel Hawthorn,(strangely listed in the cast as `Nurse`), all directed by Peter Sasdy, play beautifully in the Gothis atmosphere. The demoument is obvious, as the story has been used in many forms, but for the money, and the acting, it`s well worth purchasingOfficial Countess Dracula Hammer Horror Film Poster Mug
Aided by Caaptain Dobi (played by Crossroad`s Sandor Eles,) wwho finds a supply of virgins for the Lady`s beauty treatment, as well as playing her lover. till the escape of her neice,Leslie-Ann Down. A vintage cast of TV familiars support in great form, Nige Green, Maaurice Denham, Nigel Hawthorn,(strangely listed in the cast as `Nurse`), all directed by Peter Sasdy, play beautifully in the Gothis atmosphere. The demoument is obvious, as the story has been used in many forms, but for the money, and the acting, it`s well worth purchasingOfficial Countess Dracula Hammer Horror Film Poster Mug
Most Recent Customer Reviews
countess dracula
a most enjoyable movie one of hammers classics.ingid pitt is great and has a fantastic body,the cast is top draw the acting is also great. Read more
Published 3 months ago by jed
Countess Who?
I can never quite make up my mind about this film. Partly because I am not a huge fan of the late Ms. Pitt, although some films are better than others. Read more
Published 16 months ago by A. W. Wilson
I love Ingrid Pitt
Ingrid Pitt is pant tighteningly lush in this film. As she is in all her films.
Published 23 months ago by J. R. Bents
Not that horrific but...
This is a decent Hammer film which will maintain your interest for its relatively short length. The fact that it really has nothing to do with Dracula doesn't matter. Read more
Published on 4 Nov 2008 by S J Buck
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