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ledaumasOct 10, 2014

If you like Dracula movies, this gives a nice entertaining twist on the Dracula, almost restoring his reputation as a person who had a reason to do bad things for a good reason. But the best thing about the movie is Luke Evans. He's got suchIf you like Dracula movies, this gives a nice entertaining twist on the Dracula, almost restoring his reputation as a person who had a reason to do bad things for a good reason. But the best thing about the movie is Luke Evans. He's got such a strong pretense! Almost handsome, but what's more important is how strong he looks. Someone you would trust if he asked you to. If he is our first gay actor to make it as a leading man, it's because he's so manly looking and both men and women will love him. We shall see if this is the beginning of a leading man career for him. I've noticed him before, and he stands out in smaller roles. Zachary Quinto is the cerebral type, Luke Evans is sexy. He was also believable as to his extreme love for his wife. She was good too, but Luke is a standout!… Expand

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EramerisNov 18, 2014

Much better than I was expecting, I'm not a fan of vampire movies or anything vampire-related but Dracula Untold is the best quality film of this kind I've watched. Avoiding the annoying cliches of the genre, we see Dracula from a differentMuch better than I was expecting, I'm not a fan of vampire movies or anything vampire-related but Dracula Untold is the best quality film of this kind I've watched. Avoiding the annoying cliches of the genre, we see Dracula from a different perspective, a vampire that exists for down-to-earth reasons and not just for the pursuit of immortality, hedonism and self-adoration. Luke Evans and Charles Dance did a great job on their respective roles. Of course you need to understand that, while this movie is inspired by the real Vlad Tepes, this doesn't mean is going to be historically accurate. It is a fantasy movie, not a documentary.… Expand

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eshaysbrahNov 14, 2014

this movie is great i have no idea why all the critics are giving it such a rough time... the story as intriguing and the effects were great. i think luke evens killed it in this role.

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mrmonsterMar 29, 2015

Best Universal Monster movie in years. I'm still wondering how the hell an awesome movie like this only received a 40 from the critics. They've lost their minds if they thought this was a bad movie. It had excellent action and a veryBest Universal Monster movie in years. I'm still wondering how the hell an awesome movie like this only received a 40 from the critics. They've lost their minds if they thought this was a bad movie. It had excellent action and a very compelling plot. Overall, it was a great reimagining of Dracula.… Expand

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phildogApr 2, 2015

This is another one of those movies that a lot of people hate, but if you like it, you probably liked it a lot. I know I did. The characters are a bit bland and one note, but what's there works, and you get very enthralled by the universe.This is another one of those movies that a lot of people hate, but if you like it, you probably liked it a lot. I know I did. The characters are a bit bland and one note, but what's there works, and you get very enthralled by the universe. There aren't any exciting plot twists and the real fun is watching it get there. It's not challenging, it's not groundbreaking, but it's a good start to what looks like a fun series of movies. Give it a shot, I'm glad I did.… Expand

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ToffenuffJan 6, 2015

An interesting and very entertaining twist to the Dracula story, though I was unimpressed with the rest of the plot. Some cool moments in fight scenes but most of it was very... bland. The movie has very good visuals and the special effectsAn interesting and very entertaining twist to the Dracula story, though I was unimpressed with the rest of the plot. Some cool moments in fight scenes but most of it was very... bland. The movie has very good visuals and the special effects are done well. Acting is decent enough. Worth a watch.… Expand

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CommGhostJan 10, 2015

Yet another example where so called experts ( The Critics) are so full oif their own self importance and believe their opinion matters more than the films content itself.

Dracula is a Adventure following the life of a young prince, whoYet another example where so called experts ( The Critics) are so full oif their own self importance and believe their opinion matters more than the films content itself.

Dracula is a Adventure following the life of a young prince, who would do anything to try and save the ones he loves and bound by his duty to his people.

Full of great fight scene's, impressive Cgi and even a love story to boot for the romantics amongst us.
Sure its not the deepest film out there but it non the less makes for enjoyable viewing.

Definitely recommended viewing… Expand

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sgy0003Jan 24, 2015

It's not the WORST movie out there. Trust me, it is really nice to see a vampire movie that goes back to its original roots after that **** Twilight saga ruined the concept.
But it is also not the best movie either. characters could haveIt's not the WORST movie out there. Trust me, it is really nice to see a vampire movie that goes back to its original roots after that **** Twilight saga ruined the concept.
But it is also not the best movie either. characters could have been bit more polished.… Expand

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chance111Jan 18, 2015

If you liked films like Dark Knight or LOTR you must watch this! If you're thinking "not another Dracula movie", this is so much more. If you like movies depicting human nature, love, family, courage and good vs evil then you'll appreciateIf you liked films like Dark Knight or LOTR you must watch this! If you're thinking "not another Dracula movie", this is so much more. If you like movies depicting human nature, love, family, courage and good vs evil then you'll appreciate this. Ignore the critics, they should stick with the mindless empty shooter movies that they love to endorse. This film is brilliant!… Expand

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SoulacheJan 17, 2015

Посмотрели фильм, а теперь найдите на youtube
"Castlevania Lords of Shadows 2 Trailer (E3 2012)"
Фильм для тех, кому понравилось. Понравились Castlevania: Lords of Shadow и Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2 , тогда этот фильм вамПосмотрели фильм, а теперь найдите на youtube
"Castlevania Lords of Shadows 2 Trailer (E3 2012)"
Фильм для тех, кому понравилось.

Понравились Castlevania: Lords of Shadow и Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2 ,
тогда этот фильм вам понравится .… Expand

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ydnar4Jan 23, 2015

Dracula Untold was a bit underrated in my opinion. I'm not sure what set everyone off about this movie. It may have been the alternate take on the origins of Dracula. I was entertained throughout the movie. It wasn't too long either, its theDracula Untold was a bit underrated in my opinion. I'm not sure what set everyone off about this movie. It may have been the alternate take on the origins of Dracula. I was entertained throughout the movie. It wasn't too long either, its the perfect length at about 90 minutes. I like Luke Evans in the main role as well. Its nice that they didn't have to bring in a big name well known actor to play Dracula and I'd say he did a pretty good job. This movie is certainly not perfect but I think it reached its full potential.… Expand

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CHEESEDBEEFNov 19, 2014

This movie is great! Luke Evans pulled off a masterpiece with Dracula: Untold. The story is a mix of Factual knowledge on Vlad the Impaler, and then chucks you into the raw mythical brutality of Dracula lore. Acting is superb, you can see theThis movie is great! Luke Evans pulled off a masterpiece with Dracula: Untold. The story is a mix of Factual knowledge on Vlad the Impaler, and then chucks you into the raw mythical brutality of Dracula lore. Acting is superb, you can see the emotional pain Vlad goes through to keep not only his family, but his kingdom, safe from the Turkish army.
Vlad makes a deal to gain supreme power to save his people, but not without a price!
Action scenes are phenominal and show just how godlike Dracula is, with the powerful attacks he pulls off and the immense speed and strength he gains. I was blown away in all action scenes by how powerful Vlad becomes and how painful it gets for him to protect his family and his people.
This is a must watch! If there was a fight between this depiction of Dracula, and all vampires from, twilight, true blood, and vampire diaries, im sure you can guess who i will say wins.
9/10, just because i was gasping for a least an extra 20 minutes of footage that could have explained a few mysteries left unsolved.… Expand

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JAX85Jan 17, 2015

Best Dracula Movie. Best Actor ( Luke Evans ). Best Dracula Movie. Best Actor ( Luke Evans ). Best Dracula Movie. Best Actor ( Luke Evans ). Best Dracula Movie. Best Actor ( Luke Evans ). Best Dracula Movie. Best Actor ( Luke Evans ). BestBest Dracula Movie. Best Actor ( Luke Evans ). Best Dracula Movie. Best Actor ( Luke Evans ). Best Dracula Movie. Best Actor ( Luke Evans ). Best Dracula Movie. Best Actor ( Luke Evans ). Best Dracula Movie. Best Actor ( Luke Evans ). Best Dracula Movie. Best Actor ( Luke Evans ). Best Dracula Movie. Best Actor ( Luke Evans ).… Expand

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debranoFeb 15, 2015

Terrifiic! Awesome! Done research on the historical personage of Vlad the Impaler & have of course read numerous vampire novels... wasn't jazzed about a hollywood movie trying to combine the two because they usually cannot do it well. I wasTerrifiic! Awesome! Done research on the historical personage of Vlad the Impaler & have of course read numerous vampire novels... wasn't jazzed about a hollywood movie trying to combine the two because they usually cannot do it well. I was entertained & excited. Luke Evans was amazing in the Hobbit series and I was thrilled to see him starring in this. He gave a softer side (if there could be one) of the image of Vlad the man, a romantic husband & loving father and yet a ruthless leader when he needed to be.
A great, entertaining twist on on old tale.. very enjoyable....
And.. of course the critics ripped this movie apart. Which just goes to show the entire role of movie critics is outdated & needs to be abolished. This movie was not meant to be an oscar winner... it's not meant to change lives.... just entertain. Your hoity-toity, stuffed shirt, stick-up-the-butt reviews just ruin fun cinema for the rest of us. Get a real job.… Expand

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ripattiApr 19, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. i liked this movie alot it reminds me of a superhero movie but much more cooler. This movie would be nothing without its actors. I think story of this movie is too rushed but the end is very interesting.
Walter Charles Dance nails that vampire lord role 10/10 and makes me wanting really to see sequel. Luke evans nails acting 9/10 and he fits to the role really well. I liked this movie alot but i want to see movie that shows what happened in the past when the impaler was born.… Expand

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norseMay 18, 2016

A complete surprise - a great Dracula retelling, with characters that behave consistently and reasonably at all times, ending in one heck of a cliff hanger. I don't usually enjoy horror movies. This one was a notable exception. Great acting,A complete surprise - a great Dracula retelling, with characters that behave consistently and reasonably at all times, ending in one heck of a cliff hanger. I don't usually enjoy horror movies. This one was a notable exception. Great acting, cinematography, a gripping score and an extremely well written story. Color me impressed.… Expand

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blindmanchavezAug 5, 2017

This is a GREAT movie! I honestly do not understand all the bad reviews. This movie has stunning visuals, mesmerizing set pieces, a cast who works great together, and an interesting and compelling take on the Dracula mythos. Not to mentionThis is a GREAT movie! I honestly do not understand all the bad reviews. This movie has stunning visuals, mesmerizing set pieces, a cast who works great together, and an interesting and compelling take on the Dracula mythos. Not to mention how well done the ending was! Please give this movie a try - you'll be glad you did!… Expand

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AthanasiosTDec 27, 2014

Great vamp - Dracula movie, with a pretty accurate depiction of historic events of the era. The turks' oppression of the Balkans is described colorfully and the child gathering is also a historic fact. Apart from these, the main character wasGreat vamp - Dracula movie, with a pretty accurate depiction of historic events of the era. The turks' oppression of the Balkans is described colorfully and the child gathering is also a historic fact. Apart from these, the main character was decently analyzed, along with his motives and emotional dilemmas. Charles Dance was (as usual) perfect in his role and a horrific - enigmatic Nosferatu!! I liked the end, suggesting a number two coming along. (I would go for an 8, but gave it a 10 to make up for the stupid zero grades of insulted idiots....)… Expand

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Ranger262015Nov 8, 2014

I saw this movie because it was Halloween. I came out of the theater very happy. It was a lot better than what i expected. Good acting, good action, and a good story line. It wasn't just another blood and gore Dracula movie.

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AlijarDec 10, 2014

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This was awesome the story proved interesting and it was definitely not as predictable as you would have thought t leaves me wanting a second movie. It was entertaining with just the right amount of romance and suspense, sadness and epic darkness just as the movie says it an untold story not a documentary.. i hope to look forward to another one if there is another one.. The ever so impressive Mr Dance, his role fit him will as well as Arts very good way better performance than what he got in Game of Thrones. Evans just as amazing the right amount of darkness,love,fatherness (no such word but hey) and sexy.… Expand

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zonFeb 1, 2015

This movie try to mix a legend and history and is doing it pretty good. This aspect was missed by majority of the official critics but strangely discovered by most users. A bit short but still manage to get all the major aspects of who reallyThis movie try to mix a legend and history and is doing it pretty good. This aspect was missed by majority of the official critics but strangely discovered by most users. A bit short but still manage to get all the major aspects of who really was Dracula. Of course being a movie the main purpose is to be entertaining not historically accurate, still "thick's the box" in the end.… Expand

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kelela37clchOct 14, 2014

I enjoyed the movie immensely! The graphics (contrast between the light and dark, red and black) were stunning, music was crafted artfully with the scenes, and Luke Evans displayed an array of emotions, fierceness and artistic intensity withI enjoyed the movie immensely! The graphics (contrast between the light and dark, red and black) were stunning, music was crafted artfully with the scenes, and Luke Evans displayed an array of emotions, fierceness and artistic intensity with prowess! As far as I am concerned the movie did not disappoint; I walked away from the movie theater thoroughly entertained and looking forward to watching it again on DVD!… Expand

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spacecowboy15Oct 14, 2014

First ignore all the bad reviews. The bad ones are from whiny, unimaginative, and stuck up movie goers who cannot seem to fathom that all movie ideas, story arcs, and concepts have all been done before. Also this IS NOT Bram Stoker'sFirst ignore all the bad reviews. The bad ones are from whiny, unimaginative, and stuck up movie goers who cannot seem to fathom that all movie ideas, story arcs, and concepts have all been done before. Also this IS NOT Bram Stoker's Dracula.This is the story of Vlad the impaler, the myth behind Dracula. Yes it's fiction but it's based off real rumors.Yes they took some liberties, but we go to be entertained.

I loved the movie and I hope you do too. Judge for yourself and give it a chance. This is not a Horror movie and this IS NOT dracula of yester year. This is fresh, fun, and certainly a cult classic. Enjoy and thank me later. ;)… Expand

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EmmeNov 4, 2014

Great movie, great cast, Charles Dance owns it totally.
Loved it right from the start, hit the perfect stride, no lengths. I am not a fan of the 10th rehash of an old story, but this one does it very well and offers new perspectives on theGreat movie, great cast, Charles Dance owns it totally.
Loved it right from the start, hit the perfect stride, no lengths. I am not a fan of the 10th rehash of an old story, but this one does it very well and offers new perspectives on the character.… Expand

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stakoOct 17, 2014

Distinctly I remember the warm summer evening during which a friend of mine linked me a movie poster, proceeded by the question "Castlevania the movie 2, is that you?" (we reffer to Van Helsing as Castlevania the movie 1). That's how I cameDistinctly I remember the warm summer evening during which a friend of mine linked me a movie poster, proceeded by the question "Castlevania the movie 2, is that you?" (we reffer to Van Helsing as Castlevania the movie 1). That's how I came to know of Dracula Untold. The poster indeed looked very much like something out of Castlevania, particularly - Lords of Shadow. As an avid fan of Castlevania and vampires in general, I kept an eye on this movie. Some time passed and there came a trailer. After watching it, I was officially hyped. Everything looked awesome - plot, acting, action: It was the first movie to fuse real historical facts about Vlad and the famous Vampirism of Dracula we all know and love. After the slew of awful vampire movies in recent years, this one showed promise and potential. I really couldn't wait to see this film. Last night, finally - I did. It IS Castlevania THE movie. And I loved it!
Gaming jokes aside, Dracula Untold is a good movie. I expected far less, even at all the hype I had.
This is director Gary Shore's first full feature, and he did a very, very good job with it. Writing was fine, with a few exceptions: times where the movie didn't care to explain it's mythology, or to explain it well enough. Also there were a few moments when it tells you stories, instead of showing them to you, particularly - the introduction and outro. The cinematography was done very well, most of the movie is beautifully captured, with the right atmosphere perfectly implemented. Action scenes are very intense, it's very fun to watch Dracula use his powers to crush hundreds of people. The overall plot was nice; it is true that the movie takes it's absurd liberties, but none are that bothersome. It is also true that it seems as if it is making preparations for a sequel, but it's not as much as everyone says it is. Soundwork was solid, the music - unexceptional.
Acting was surprisingly good. All the actors were acceptable at the very least. Luke Evans creates a different, interesting Dracula; I would have enjoyed seeing more of him with his family, or of his troubled past, however the movie does not manage to find time (or money) to do this. The showstealer in this flick is Charles Dance, who plays the Master Vampire, he played his part superbly, and if there is a sequel, I can't wait to see more of him.
Overall, Dracula Untold was a great film. It deserves a 7/10, but I'm giving it an 8. I was extremely hyped for this movie and even at that I had a lot of fun with it. If you are a Dracula, Castlevania or Vampire movie fan - go see this flick, it's worth the time and you will enjoy it. If you are not, you may want to wait to rent it out, but either way - it's worth a view, because it's simply a very competent, good movie that you are going to enjoy. It's good to see vampire movies going back to basics and recovering from that one infection.… Expand

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crow_vikingOct 14, 2014

I was thoroughly impressed with the story presented. The movie bears truth to the construction of 'monsters' - creatures who suffer extreme measures for their passions are often mistaken as something terrible and detestable. This masterpieceI was thoroughly impressed with the story presented. The movie bears truth to the construction of 'monsters' - creatures who suffer extreme measures for their passions are often mistaken as something terrible and detestable. This masterpiece reveals how horror is born from infliction.

While the action grips the viewer with awe, the emotion is brilliantly designed to fathom the rise of Dracula!

I can see why there are so many low ratings for this movie- Its a dark story with profound significance reserved for the few who can look there. My thanks to the producers for the experience!… Expand

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KermitLaphroaigOct 10, 2014

Dracula Untold is a good action film, with a new historical angle on the Bram Stoker character. I give kudos to any film that makes a genuine effort to be historically accurate, and this screenplay is by far the most historical Dracula everDracula Untold is a good action film, with a new historical angle on the Bram Stoker character. I give kudos to any film that makes a genuine effort to be historically accurate, and this screenplay is by far the most historical Dracula ever depicted. In the movie, "Vlad" is the hero who becomes a vampire to save his family and people, fighting the evil Turks, who are enslaving Romanian children. Critics are panning the film because they don't like it that the film badmouths the Turks and, shocking, has no minorities in lead roles (unforgivable).

The special effects are pretty good and the makeup on the evil prototype vampire that converts Vlad (played by Charles Dance, aka Tywin Lannister) is awesome. The outdoor scenes, shot in Ireland, are naturalistic and realistic. Vlad's castle is really cool, although it looks kind of like a set. The bat-related special effects were kind of overdone, but not so much as to be distracting.

The acting by star Luke Evans (The Three Musketeers, 2011) is decent and other actors put in credible performances, especially Dance's portrayal of the evil Caligula, which is excellent.

The fights themselves are rather tame and some of the production details indifferently handled (didn't they that when you impale somebody, the stick goes up the anus, not though the chest?) Nevertheless, the storyline is brisk and keeps you involved.… Expand

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FranManOct 10, 2014

In conclusion I will say that "Dracula Untold" I found it very good: the main actor is excellent, the visuals and action scenes equally. The leadership is acceptable, but more needs to be loosened, missing some tables in this. Already sungIn conclusion I will say that "Dracula Untold" I found it very good: the main actor is excellent, the visuals and action scenes equally. The leadership is acceptable, but more needs to be loosened, missing some tables in this. Already sung there will be second part, with the final step opens the second, and I hope it happens. I recommend the film is entertaining, and if you wanted to watch a good movie Dracula, I recommend this, it is best that they have given us since Bram Stoker's Dracula. This film is a pleasure to see comparing Twilight ****… Expand

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dh125jokerOct 12, 2014

I loved this movie. Luke Evans did an amazing job. I truly felt and cared for his character as well as his family. All of the actors/characters were superb. I felt like all the characters were well rounded and none were flat. All theI loved this movie. Luke Evans did an amazing job. I truly felt and cared for his character as well as his family. All of the actors/characters were superb. I felt like all the characters were well rounded and none were flat. All the actors did a great job. It had great action, a great plot and setting. The effects were great and the parts with horror were really scary. It is a really great movie and you should definitely go see it. I'm going to again. I hope there are sequels. This is coming from a down to earth guy who likes most movies and not some paid critic who seems to hate anything with action in it. Dracula Untold brings a great story with great characters you can identify with and care about.… Expand

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BrutalBran95Oct 16, 2014

good film got alittle boring in places could have done more with it great acting plus his wife is fit so helped with an 8 on the review would watch again / would i buy ? if on sale

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kmyashOct 14, 2014

Saw this movie the other day and I think in terms of entertainment it is a solid movie. Is it a movie you're going to buy to pull out every rainy day? No. But to judge every movie by that standard wouldn't allow for a lot of movies to watch.

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thesupremekaiNov 3, 2014

A decent flick. However it was way too short. I was expecting a much longer film. Hopefully Universal Studios releases an extended R rated Director's cut. PG-13 and Dracula don't go together. When I see a movie about Dracula, I expect a lotA decent flick. However it was way too short. I was expecting a much longer film. Hopefully Universal Studios releases an extended R rated Director's cut. PG-13 and Dracula don't go together. When I see a movie about Dracula, I expect a lot of blood. It looks as if this movie got watered down by the studios.… Expand

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JokstarOct 24, 2014

I don't usually bother writing reviews but in this case I feel I must. Having read the other reviews on this movie and then seeing the movie, it's pretty apparent that people are getting confused with what this movie is.
Let's start with theI don't usually bother writing reviews but in this case I feel I must. Having read the other reviews on this movie and then seeing the movie, it's pretty apparent that people are getting confused with what this movie is.
Let's start with the fact that it's not a historical biography. Dracula is a fictional character and while there was a Vlad the Impaler in the annals of history, he certainly did not seek the help of a demon possessed monster. Other reviewers have remarked on the how a whole country of people suddenly fit in a monastery. This is clearly explained in the movie that only a certain number of people are going for a particular reason.

Go and see this movie if you like a story and if you like movies and tv shows like 300, True Blood or Vikings (Tv show). Avoid this movie if you can't get past semi-historical reference points the movie uses to try and set the scene.

It's not the greatest movie you will ever see but it's definitely above average.… Expand

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JoelgladiatorOct 11, 2014

I saw this movie about a week ago, and I've been reading a lot of bad reviews about it. I just have to say, this movie is not perfect, it is really good, so it isn't a 10, but it deserves an 8.5, it shows us a new Dracula, the other side ofI saw this movie about a week ago, and I've been reading a lot of bad reviews about it. I just have to say, this movie is not perfect, it is really good, so it isn't a 10, but it deserves an 8.5, it shows us a new Dracula, the other side of the coin, and it is really amazing, yes, it is kinda like Castlevania LOS, but not the same. If you hesitate about going to see this movie because of the bad reviews, believe me, they have nothing to do with the movie.
Most of them are people that want to see the Dracula of Bram Stoker, they can't accept a new one, if you really want so hard to see the Dracula of Bram Stoker, you can buy the 92 movie and watch it over and over again, this is a new movie, a new Dracula, is not the same, they are different, and I have to say, that this one, is WAY better. They gave us a new Dracula, with a human side, with feelings, with more power. And I haven't said anything about Charles Dance, the one that gave Vlad his powers, he is a monster, he is like the Bram Stoker Dracula, dark, with a lot of hate inside of him, wants nothing but revenge, you're afraid of him, he is that monster.
I can hardly wait for the sequel, because it will be amazing, you have to see this movie, NOW!… Expand

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VraielOct 11, 2014

This movie is amazing. I was hesitant to go see it because of the critics who are giving it mediocre reviews, but this movie was awesome and the critics are dead wrong. You MUST go see this movie and see for yourself wether you like it orThis movie is amazing. I was hesitant to go see it because of the critics who are giving it mediocre reviews, but this movie was awesome and the critics are dead wrong. You MUST go see this movie and see for yourself wether you like it or not. Most of the bad reviews if not all that I saw had nothing to really do with the movie. Who cares if their wasn't a ton of blood, it had an amazing story and it was done really well… Expand

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Luxangel7Oct 13, 2014

This movie was **** epic. The only thing that could have been done better was getting the wife of the main character to have less melodramatic / out of place lines, but that's a problem on the writers side.

Great actors, great story, greatThis movie was **** epic. The only thing that could have been done better was getting the wife of the main character to have less melodramatic / out of place lines, but that's a problem on the writers side.

Great actors, great story, great effects. Thoroughly impressed and enjoyed spending money to see this, unlike so many other movies I go see. Also, comparing this movie to the retarded way that most vampires are portrayed today, from the twinkling emo douches of Twilight to the sex craved vapid fangers of True Blood, it was refreshing to see vampires in a movie that not only were deadly, powerful, and yes, even scary, but also retained their humanity and had more to their character development than "I want to bang you" or "you don't get me".

If you even slightly like medieval or supernatural stuff, this movie is for you. Finally a good vampire movie. I feel better now lol.… Expand

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MinosOfCreteOct 10, 2014

Dracula Untold is a film with an intriguing premise of one man's struggle between man and monster that seems to flit between half-hearted depiction of Vlad's dark moral descent whilst somewhat absurdly portraying him as the Blockbuster actionDracula Untold is a film with an intriguing premise of one man's struggle between man and monster that seems to flit between half-hearted depiction of Vlad's dark moral descent whilst somewhat absurdly portraying him as the Blockbuster action hero good guy in order to make us feel like we still have to root for the guy.

It's sad that so many more complex aspects of the film, such as the relationship between Vlad and the Turks, or even the personal relationship between Vlad and his 'Turkish brother' quickly becomes sidelined in favor of a less mature 'good guys vs bad guys' battle. There really isn't that much character development in anyone, even the supposed 'dark descent' of Dracula never really transforms his character in a plausible or sophisticated way. Everyone who knows Dracula just seems to be like, 'You're an all powerful bloodthirsty vampire? Hmm k, whatevs.' The thing is, there are actually some really good actors in this film, here and there, so I have to chalk it up to a family-friendly, Hollywood approved script that stops the characters from treating Dracula as anything more than the amoral badass who we're supposed to be rooting for rather than the brutal monster which the film insists now and again we should view him as.

If you like Dracula and vampire films, I'd say give it a go, but just as long as you realize this is a Call of Duty-esque rehash of a tried and tested formula rather than something truly innovative. If you don't like vampires, and you're into complex, emotionally powerful movies, don't be fooled, this is through and through a popcorn action flick.… Expand

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TaylorOct 10, 2014

Dracula Untold was a very good idea to a movie, and despite having very good actors (surprising from relatively a bunch of "no names" to me) I felt a bit confusing with the last battle and the last 10 minutes should have been rethought. IDracula Untold was a very good idea to a movie, and despite having very good actors (surprising from relatively a bunch of "no names" to me) I felt a bit confusing with the last battle and the last 10 minutes should have been rethought. I really did not like the ending of this movie and I never usually complain about something like that, but it kinda made me leave the theater kinda disappointed. Whereas if I went to the bathroom 10 minutes before and came out to find the movie done I would have felt good about most things up until that ending. I would hold this movie above I, Frankenstein and the Underworld movies; which is what this keeps getting compared to.… Expand

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Shonuff74Oct 11, 2014

Dracula.
Luke Evans (FAST & FURIOUS 6, IMMORTALS) stars in DRACULA UNTOLD, the origin story of the man who became Dracula. Gary Shore directs and Michael De Luca produces the epic action-adventure that co-stars Sarah Gadon, Dominic Cooper,Dracula.
Luke Evans (FAST & FURIOUS 6, IMMORTALS) stars in DRACULA UNTOLD, the origin story of the man who became Dracula. Gary Shore directs and Michael De Luca produces the epic action-adventure that co-stars Sarah Gadon, Dominic Cooper, Diarmaid Murtagh and Samantha Barks. This movie was Full of action from start to finish. I felt this movie was like...believe it or not like a X-men film but in medieval times.

Vlad was the prince of his kingdom but under control of hessian's
he was once a royal prisoner brought through the ranks and then freed.
for peace by giving the hessian czar silver offerings but this time it was not enough they wanted Vlads family and his country men boys for the hessian army.
Land views in this film looks amazing but some what dismal but
it suites the mood.I love the costumes use armor looked nice lots of leather but in a bad ass way. "Lots of FX and I MEAN A LOT"! I will not spoil the film
but this film was good and It will be getting a sequel and I hope it is just as good as this one. but it this film is not a full home run though at one point of the film I though I was watching a Dynasty Warriors video game but once that passed It was really enjoyable.
Money well spent but I would rather have caught the a first viewing
for ten bucks instead the fifteen dollars for the movie ticket.

I rate this movie and fair 8/10
being this movie was fast and to the point
telling of the story was cool to make Dracula more of a hero Not the soulless Demon that media depict this character as.
very memorable character hope to see him in another adventure.… Expand

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ivan_terribleOct 31, 2014

The storyline almost made me not to go, but lucky i watched it in big screen. Superb movie, touching, sad and the ending was pretty good. The main character was just right for the role. I love it and i will watch it again in DVD.

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AGarcia732Oct 17, 2014

I actually was always optimistic toward Dracula Untold. However, I had high expectations/hopes and they weren’t met. It seems to me like this "genre-mashup" had a hard time finding its voice: it's not a romance movie, it's not a horror movie,I actually was always optimistic toward Dracula Untold. However, I had high expectations/hopes and they weren’t met. It seems to me like this "genre-mashup" had a hard time finding its voice: it's not a romance movie, it's not a horror movie, it's not a gory movie--it's more of a typical ancient war film with some romance, blood-sucking, and implied violence thrown in. If the movie were longer and had time to develop certain aspects of its atmosphere, then it probably would've been better. But the movie is too short and feels rushed. Dracula Untold starts out OK. But way too many plot-holes and inconsistencies make it a lot worse than it could’ve been.

In the beginning of the film, why didn’t Caligula (the so-called “master” vampire who gave Vlad his powers) kill Vlad when he first got the chance? Could a single silver sword truly hold back a vampire as supposedly strong as him? Did he sense that Vlad was a powerful warrior who he waited an “eternity” to find? Why did he want “a man of (his) strength to arrive”? When a group of Turks are sent to retrieve Vlad’s son, how come they make no mention of the 1,000 other boys they want as tribute to the Sultan (as soldiers for his army)? Since they asked Vlad for them first, why do they bring up his son first? How did ordinary bats manage to kill an entire battalion of soldiers? Sure, they were thrown and squished pretty badly (probably would’ve gotten injured), but how could ALL of them die? Did Dracula/Vlad empower the bats somehow? Why did the Turkish Sultan blindfold his soldiers? True, they cannot fear what they cannot see, but then how will they hold up against a sudden ambush and how will they fight? They should’ve at least taken off the blindfolds when they got close to Castle Dracula.

(%%SPOILER ALERT%% How did Vlad/Dracula’s wife, Mirena, survive a fall from a great height and then hit a rocky ground hard, long enough to tell him to suck her blood as a last dying request? At the end, with the final fight between the Turkish Sultan and Dracula, why didn’t Dracula teleport behind him earlier and kill him? Why didn’t he summon some bats? If, at the end of the film, Vlad/Dracula can manipulate the clouds, how come he didn’t “teleport” far away and THEN unleash the sun on the other vampires so he wouldn’t have to die, then be revived at the end of the movie? Why didn’t he use this to make his enemies unable to see well earlier? Also, why does Caligula say at the end of the movie “Let the games begin”? That particular statement doesn’t make sense. %%END OF MAJOR SPOILERS%%)

The film isn’t much like Bram Stoker’s Dracula, but I don’t mind that at all. I like this new take on his character as an anti-hero who has been through much loss. Luke Evans does a good job as protagonist Vlad the Impaler. Unfortunately, the rest of the characters aren’t developed much. The fight scenes look good, and the CGI is nice—but how are the scenes supposed to be any fun, when Dracula is too over-powered? The Sultan’s soldiers are little more than sitting ducks; it’s so easy for Vlad/Dracula to defeat them. Untold doesn’t feel like it has much stakes or suspense, as is the issue with most prequels and some origin stories (but this time it’s mostly due to Dracula being too O.P). I feel like too much was edited out of Dracula Untold when they tried to condense the film into a 90-minute running time. The movie should’ve been longer, because there was a lot that could’ve been developed and expanded upon. Mostly, the movie has too many plot-holes and inconsistencies, a too-fast pace, inadequate and sub-par plot/narrative, and lack of character development. The film is cool and fun at times, but it could definitely have some improvement. There’s too much unused potential for this movie, because I feel it could’ve been really good. If they make a sequel, they should get a new director. I agree with Rotten Tomatoes’ consensus—Dracula Untold is “neither awful enough to suck nor sharp enough to bite”. P.S, this film is meant to be the beginning of a “shared-movie universe” (like the Disney Marvel movies) for Universal. The second movie in this universe will be a reboot of The Mummy, scheduled for 2016.
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NotoriousFraudOct 29, 2014

Universal's 'Dracula' Untold was much better than i thought it was gonna be. Like Maleficent, it doesn't completely reboot the character but simply re imagines the character, by the way this way better than Maleficent in my opinion. KnowingUniversal's 'Dracula' Untold was much better than i thought it was gonna be. Like Maleficent, it doesn't completely reboot the character but simply re imagines the character, by the way this way better than Maleficent in my opinion. Knowing this is what Universal wants to use to help kick off their Cinematic Universe (with 'The Mummy' reboot coming in 2016) well that's fine with me because Luke Evans does a good job in the role and the feel i get for it being dark like the Dark Knight Trilogy is alright as far as i'm concerned because it works here probably due to the fact that it's about a darkness seeking, blood sucking, vampire. But the movie has some flaws, If you know anything about Dracula (or have at least seen the Coppola version that came out years ago) then you already know how the story ends and the movie is sorta predictable in the third act. But the visuals are really nice and the big battle scenes are really good.… Expand

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nic31Oct 10, 2014

I think Dracula Untold is neither a great movie neither a bad one. Luke Evans is by far the best actor of the movie the rest of cast seem almost like they don't belong in the movie. But if want to get a quick history lesson on Vlad Tepes andI think Dracula Untold is neither a great movie neither a bad one. Luke Evans is by far the best actor of the movie the rest of cast seem almost like they don't belong in the movie. But if want to get a quick history lesson on Vlad Tepes and feel like watching a action movie then you will enjoy this one. Also it the kind of movie where you can bring a date since there is a lot of romance.… Expand

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ryuu3rsOct 13, 2014

I liked the feel of the movie; it had depth rather than just action like so many others, and you could see the truth behind the darkness surrounding Dracula and not just that he is evil. It has very good story-telling with subplots andI liked the feel of the movie; it had depth rather than just action like so many others, and you could see the truth behind the darkness surrounding Dracula and not just that he is evil. It has very good story-telling with subplots and interesting twists on history that sparks my curiosity in a sequel and how the history of that would work. The writers of this out did themselves with the emotions as well as the action.… Expand

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Mazmorrero47Oct 10, 2014

Even though it's a pretty stupid film, I don't think Dracula Untold is the travesty the critics are making out to be. The secret to enjoy it relies on not taking it too seriously. If you go in the right mood, you might even have a few laughsEven though it's a pretty stupid film, I don't think Dracula Untold is the travesty the critics are making out to be. The secret to enjoy it relies on not taking it too seriously. If you go in the right mood, you might even have a few laughs out of the hokey dialog and Dominic Cooper's Tim Curry-esque performance (utterly unconvincing as a Turk).
The cinematography and action sequences are quite fun to watch (the CGI is surprisingly good), and Luke Evans succeeds in giving his character more depth than the script actually had.
I personally would have preferred if they told Vlad Tepes' story without the fantasy elements, but still, Dracula Untold is satisfying as a "leave your brain at the door" kind of flick.… Expand

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Alex89Oct 12, 2014

Much more intriguing than the previous Dracula movies, The production was not the best possible so Luke and the rest of the acting crew did a good job, under the circumstances ,.....

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gayanevOct 13, 2014

I absolutely loved it. It had a story line that made you think about what family is and means. Thank you also to the producers for bringing life what was and is the truth.. the savagery and heartless state of Turks.. even since theI absolutely loved it. It had a story line that made you think about what family is and means. Thank you also to the producers for bringing life what was and is the truth.. the savagery and heartless state of Turks.. even since the beginning of time they displayed such horror to civilized cultures and always took what is near and dear to these modern civilizations..their children, women, riches and culture...similar things were done by Turks to Armenians, Greeks and Assyrians. Thank you for making a movie portraying this.. This movie speaks to many viewers who experienced what Turks can do and they appreciate it for bringing the reality to the screen.. baby steps and this was def a pleasant surprise and much needed one... Thank you again... Besides that, the movie spoke of human nature, love, and family bond.. I truly enjoyed it and would recommend it to everyone..… Expand

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kamgeforceDec 27, 2015

Ofc I would prefer brutal and bloody story loyal to the legend of Vlad the impaler, but hey, its pg 13, if you expected anything more than effects driven blockbuster about vampire, thats your fault. Its fun, the acting is solid and fightsOfc I would prefer brutal and bloody story loyal to the legend of Vlad the impaler, but hey, its pg 13, if you expected anything more than effects driven blockbuster about vampire, thats your fault. Its fun, the acting is solid and fights choreography much better than the hollywood standart. Also Charles Dance was incredible as grandpa Nosferatu :P… Expand