Since Bram Stoker’s treasured 1897 novel, the tale of Dracula has captivated audiences and readers the world over. When the American film industry was still in its infancy, the vampire count from Transylvania was inspiring some of Hollywood’s greatest horror movies. However, with a story that has been retold countless times over the last century, it’s time for filmmakers to move on from repeating the same old story.The recent announcement that Luc Besson will be directing a fresh Dracula reboot has been met with a great deal of excitement. The director, best known for Leon: The Professional and The Fifth Element, is one of the industry’s most stylish filmmakers, with a penchant for fast-paced action. His unique, versatile approach to cinema makes him a great fit for a new Dracula movie. However, considering the fact the character is almost 130 years old, and his story is the single most retold in cinema, Besson would benefit from moving beyond the book. 2023’s The Last Voyage of the Demeter stands as a good example of how deviating from the confines of the novel can be pulled off to great effect.One of the things Hammer got right with the villains was that they used the basic premise of the book, but added their own story. For example, the role of Jonathan Harker was altered from that of an oblivious assistant to a covert vampire slayer. This made the Hammer Dracula series not just unique but genuinely unpredictable, which contributed to the studio’s success with the character. In each sequel, audiences got something genuinely new and refreshing, with real stakes to the story and the idea that no character was safe. Rehashing the novel’s story means that those who are familiar with the book know from the outset what happens, and they’re merely showing up for a filmmaker’s style or a cast.
Since Bram Stoker’s treasured 1897 novel, the tale of Dracula has captivated audiences and readers the world over. When the American film industry was still in its infancy, the vampire count from Transylvania was inspiring some of Hollywood’s greatest horror movies. However, with a story that has been retold countless times over the last century, it’s time for filmmakers to move on from repeating the same old story.
The recent announcement that Luc Besson will be directing a fresh Dracula reboot has been met with a great deal of excitement. The director, best known for Leon: The Professional and The Fifth Element, is one of the industry’s most stylish filmmakers, with a penchant for fast-paced action. His unique, versatile approach to cinema makes him a great fit for a new Dracula movie. However, considering the fact the character is almost 130 years old, and his story is the single most retold in cinema, Besson would benefit from moving beyond the book. 2023’s The Last Voyage of the Demeter stands as a good example of how deviating from the confines of the novel can be pulled off to great effect.
One of the things Hammer got right with the villains was that they used the basic premise of the book, but added their own story. For example, the role of Jonathan Harker was altered from that of an oblivious assistant to a covert vampire slayer. This made the Hammer Dracula series not just unique but genuinely unpredictable, which contributed to the studio’s success with the character. In each sequel, audiences got something genuinely new and refreshing, with real stakes to the story and the idea that no character was safe. Rehashing the novel’s story means that those who are familiar with the book know from the outset what happens, and they’re merely showing up for a filmmaker’s style or a cast.
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