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Lugosi: Hollywood's Dracula

1997 · 60 min

A wistful, archival stroll through a faded star's life, more melancholy than lurid, rewarding for those curious about old Hollywood.

Directed by
Gary D. Rhodes
Genres
Documentary
Overview
Lugosi: Hollywood's Dracula uncovers the life and career of legendary actor Bela Lugosi, examining his early life in Hungary and Germany through his Hollywood successes and eventual decline. The film features a vast array of never-before-seen footage of the actor, ranging from remains of his 1918 film Struggle for Life to behind-the-scenes home movies on the set of RKO Studios. Lugosi is peppered with dozens of rare films clips and photographs, with the story itself coming to life thanks to the vast array of on-camera interviewees.
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Identity, celebrity, addiction, death
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No violence, gore, sexual content or swearing.
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Directed by
Gary D. Rhodes
Genres
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    measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
    Attention
    engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
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    None
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    period
    Audience
    adult
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    • Language none
    • Violence none
    • Sex none
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    Action1
    Horror3
    Humour2
    Realism9
    Romance1
    Tension2
    Darkness5
    Complexity4
    Emotional weight6

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