Review of Scars of Dracula (1970) by The Critic ( — 13 Mar 2013

One of many Hammer horror films of the era with Christopher Lee once again in the title role. And whilst 'Scars of Dracula' may not produce anything we haven't seen before, it is notable for some remarkable make-up effects and utilising the time old good versus evil scenario as its central theme.

Here, the virtuous sacrifice themselves or are rewarded with redemption if not survival. The lovely Jenny Hanley, resembling the Virgin Mary when wearing her hooded cape as Sarah, is the cause of conflict. Brothers Simon (Dennis Waterman) and Paul (Christopher Matthews) engage in a healthy competition to win her affections, but it's not until Count Dracula steps in that our damsel in distress brings out the best in those around her; servant Klove (Patrick Troughton) is compelled to betray his vampiric master to keep the blonde beauty safe.

It's an interesting film to dissect and look into, but most will simply see this as just another blood and gore romp for horror buffs to sink their teeth into.