Dracula Untold

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DenisManuOct 12, 2014

Dracula Untold is the "untold" story of Vlad the Impaler becoming Dracula.This movie has some gorgeous cinematography and interesting ideas,but in the end it turns to be the same old same old cliche story.Despite Luke Evans's dedication toDracula Untold is the "untold" story of Vlad the Impaler becoming Dracula.This movie has some gorgeous cinematography and interesting ideas,but in the end it turns to be the same old same old cliche story.Despite Luke Evans's dedication to the role and some intense dramatic moments,Dracula Untold is just a pop-corn flick with shaky cam action scenes and an uninteresting romance,that takes it self too seriously.… 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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Filmwatcher123Oct 11, 2014

This movie shows glimpses of the great Dracula that it could have been, creepy, intimidating and dark. Unfortunately this movie failed to capture this due to it trying to cater to a wider audience due to a bigger budget. From the mainThis movie shows glimpses of the great Dracula that it could have been, creepy, intimidating and dark. Unfortunately this movie failed to capture this due to it trying to cater to a wider audience due to a bigger budget. From the main character being a pretty boy instead of monstrous like Charles Dance's character and being a man who was evil but is now good who then turns evil just to go good again makes it uncertain where universal was trying to go with this. There were glimpses of great horror such as Charles dance and a few scenes in the movie that showed the darkness that Vlad has been driven to once again, but overall the movies ending that writes off the whole film and seems to be there just to spawn a sequel and also some sloppy writing and uninteresting villains make the film pretty bland and left me hoping that universals future horror reboots will focus less on the action and more on the brilliant original characters.… 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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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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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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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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sammurphy66Oct 10, 2014

Poorly acted, narratively subpar and too fast-paced, Dracula Untold has nothing to offer beyond its admittedly thrilling special effects and well executed action sequences.

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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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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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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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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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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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