The Brides of Dracula (1960)

About this episode

The episode discusses the film 'The Brides of Dracula' and its contributions to the Dracula mythology.

“The Invisible Dan” and “Monster Mike” are, once again, heading back to Transylvania, where Count Dracula’s Cult of the Undead continues to spread in his absence. Join them as they discuss the return of Peter Cushing’s Van Helsing, the new vampire threat, the incredible cast of women, and how The Brides of Dracula finds ways to keep things fresh and exciting while staying true to the established Dracula mythology. If you enjoy this episode, and want to support the show, check out our Patreon!

People in this episode

Hosts: Dan Colón, Mike Manzi

Topics covered

• vampires
• Dracula mythology
• film analysis
• horror cinema
• female characters

Keywords

• Brides of Dracula
• Peter Cushing
• vampire films
• horror
• film discussion

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Brides of Dracula, Dracula

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