Review of Dracula (1958) by Leesha O — 10 Sep 2006

Here's Hammer's first crack at Drac. Lee and Cushing are great!

This review of Dracula (1958) was written by Leesha O on 10 Sep 2006.

Dracula has generally received positive reviews.

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