Dracula’s Dog

Dracula’s Dog

Year: 1977

Runtime: 90 mins

Language: English

Director: Albert Band

HorrorHorror the undead and monster classicsBloody vampire horrorCreepy chilling and terrifying horrorGothic and eerie haunting horror

There’s More To The Legend Than Meets… The Throat! A Romanian vampire-hunter tracks Dracula’s servant to Los Angeles, home of the last of his line.

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Time period

1670 and present day

The movie spans over three centuries, starting in 1670 Romania, a time of archaic superstitions and vampire legends, then transitions to contemporary times. This dual timeline underscores the long history of vampire myths and their persistence into modern life.

Location

Romania, Los Angeles

The story begins in a Romanian village with a historical crypt, then shifts to modern-day Los Angeles, representing a contrast between ancient legends and contemporary settings. Romania is known for its folklore involving vampires, while Los Angeles serves as a bustling urban environment where the characters seek normalcy amidst supernatural chaos.

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Main Characters – Dracula’s Dog (1977)

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Michael Drake

A psychiatrist and the last known mortal descendant of the Dracula family, Michael unknowingly bears the image of Count Igor Dracula. He struggles with his family's legacy while trying to protect his loved ones from supernatural threats.

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Zoltan

A vampiric Doberman Pinscher who was once a victim of Dracula's curse, Zoltan becomes a minion of the Dracula vampires. He exhibits loyalty to his master, with fierce and predatory instincts, embodying the theme of cursed transformation.

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Veidt Smit

An undead innkeeper and servant of the Dracula bloodline, Smit awakens from his crypt to continue the vampire legacy. He is linked to the ancient Dracula family and exemplifies eternal undead servitude.

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Linda and Steve

The children of Michael Drake, they are innocent victims caught in the supernatural conflict. Their interactions with their dog and the lurking vampire threats highlight themes of innocence and danger.

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The vampire dogs

Animals infected by the vampire curse, including the Drakes' dogs and the vampire dog Zoltan, serve as monstrous minions. They symbolize the corruption and spread of vampiric evil within the natural world.

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Major Themes – Dracula’s Dog (1977)

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🧛‍♂️ Vampirism

Vampirism is the central theme, exploring the transformation of animals and humans into vampires, and the idea of cursed bloodlines. The film shows how vampiric traits influence characters and animals, blurring the lines between monsters and victims.

🌳 Nature vs. Supernatural

The movie highlights the tension between the natural world and supernatural forces, with setting shifts from serene villages and forests to urban landscapes. It depicts how supernatural entities like vampires and vampire dogs impact both rural and city environments.

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