Classic Horror Films - Day 3 (HORROR OF DRACULA - 1958)

A new breed of vampire film is ushered in with Hammer Film's lush take on the classic Stoker work. Christopher Lee assumes the role of the count and makes a strong and virile new Prince of Darkness. The story is the same as the countless other versions but there is an emphasis on the wanton lust and increased sexual passion. Lee's Dracula has a formidable foe in Van Helsing (played by Peter Cushing). There are ample beauties around too including Melissa Stribling as Mina and Carol Gaunt as Lucy. Lee and Cushing would return through-out the 60's and even 70's for several sequels but this is the one that works the best.

 Dracula making his move on some lovely...

 Van Helsing coolly going about his work...

I think the lady is a little perturbed...

Happy Birthday Christopher Lee (1922 - present)

Christopher Lee turns 89 today and is still active in film and TV. Best known as the 60's version of Dracula, Lee has appeared in countless films such as The Man With The Golden Gun, The Lord of The Rings, The Wicker Man, The Three Musketeers, the new Star Wars films and tons more. Happy Birthday Christopher!

Classic Horror Films - Day 3 (THE WICKER MAN - 1973)

When a young girl mysteriously disappears, police sergeant Howie (Edward Woodward) travels to a remote Scottish island to investigate. But this pastoral community, led by the strange Lord Summerisle (Christopher Lee), is not at all what it seems. Before long, the devout Christian detective uncovers a secret society of wanton lust and pagan blasphemy. Excellent film with strong performances by Woodward and Lee. Not your typical film as The Wicker Man does get a little weird but it's always interesting and intriguing. And let's not forget Britt Ekland's racy dance sequence as she tries to temp Howie late one night. Oh and stay away from the dreadful Nicolas Cage remake.