As Bram Stoker’s ‘Dracula’ Turns 30, Here Are 5 Reasons Why It’s The Most Iconic Love Story Ever
Dracula is one of the most amazing movies of all time. Starring Gary Oldman, it was directed by one of the most iconic directors ever, Francis Ford Coppola. When people hear about this movie, they immediately associate it with the genre of horror or thriller. They end up talking about the gothic elements, the darkness, the satanic presences and of course, the ghastly and scary creatures. But this iconic movie is just so much more than that. Isn’t it? This beautiful movie dared to do what the book couldn’t. It’s been 30 whole years since the movie came out and I still firmly hold my belief that it’s a true heart-shattering romance story.
Although Dracula accurately follows the general plot of the novel, yet presents the characters in a unique manner that provides for a different appreciation of the characters. It also ended up telling us one of the most tragic and horrifyingly beautiful stories of all time. So, are you wondering what makes Dracula One Of the most romantic movies of all time? Well, here’s a list of reasons why.
5 Reasons Why Dracula Is A Romance Movie
1. The Movie Focuses On The Characters’ Love
Dracula dared to dig in deep and focus on the love between the Count i.e. Dracula and his lost Countess i.e. Elisabeta. Bram Stoker focussed on the man who becomes a monster but the movie? It focuses on the love that lies in his broken and bleeding heart.
2. Their Love Forces The Universe To Change
The beautiful love that was shared by the Count and Countess was so strong that it forces the universe to change its course and bring back the Count’s love in human form i.e. Mina. It makes reincarnation a possibility.
3. The Story Speaks Of A Tragic Loss And Revenge
Count Dracula lost the woman who was meant to be his partner and love forever and ever. This tragic loss of his along with his tears and sworn revenge on humanity makes him a romantic hero who is making things right for his love. She deserved more.
4. Jonathan’s Love Is Another Important Angle
Dracula’s vampire brides trying to seduce Jonathan Harker. He is simultaneously repulsed and sexually attracted at the same time. But, he chooses to always keep Mina in mind, write to her constantly and does everything to try and find a way back to her. It’s a literal lover’s triangle.
5. This Movie Proves That Love Never Dies
It is Count Dracula’s true and undying love that breaks the shackles of time and persists over the centuries with no end in sight. It’s his love and the time he waited that brings his beloved back after centuries. It is his love that makes Mina remember Elisabeta and it’s his heart that soars when they meet and eventually kiss.
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I genuinely and firmly believe that Count Dracula’s love is one of the most beautiful forms of love that I have ever encountered. I mean, he survives on blood but he doesn’t even bite Mina because he couldn’t put her through that. He loves her a lot and he lets her choose whether she wants to live with him forever instead of enforcing that decision on her. She comes to him because of her love for him. They were meant to be together, forever. I honestly do believe that they did eventually meet after death at least, don’t you?
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