Bela Lugosi: The Fallen Vampire
Originally released in 2007. Bela Lugosi: The Fallen Vampire is a documentary/horror film. directed by Florin Iepan. At just 52 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Bela Lugosi, Clark Gable, and Lon Chaney
Synopsis
On Valentines Day, 1931, Universal Pictures released the film Dracula - the first true horror movie. Its worldwide success catapulted the film's lead actor, Romanian-born Bela Lugosi, to overnight stardom. "Bela Lugosi: The Fallen Vampire" traces the life and career of this mysterious man whose name became synonymous with the evil, yet magnetically compelling Count Dracula. Using archival still and film clips as well as interviews with film historians, actors and Lugosi himself, the special chronicles the meteoric rise and then precipitous decline of a talented yet tragic man who forever changed the face of horror films.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Bela Lugosi
as Himself (archive footage)
Clark Gable
as Himself (archive footage)
Lon Chaney
as Himself (archive footage)
Boris Karloff
as Himself (archive footage)
Lon Chaney Jr.
as Himself (archive footage)
Carroll Borland
as Herself (archive footage)
Bela Lugosi Jr.
as Himself
Helen Richman
as Herself
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- AVRO Television
- ARTE
- ORF
- TVR
- AVRO
- YLE
- Hessen Invest
- CNC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bela Lugosi: The Fallen Vampire about?
On Valentines Day, 1931, Universal Pictures released the film Dracula - the first true horror movie. Its worldwide success catapulted the film's lead actor, Romanian-born Bela Lugosi, to overnight ...
Who directed Bela Lugosi: The Fallen Vampire?
Bela Lugosi: The Fallen Vampire was directed by Florin Iepan.
How long is Bela Lugosi: The Fallen Vampire?
Bela Lugosi: The Fallen Vampire has a runtime of 0 hours and 52 minutes (52 minutes total).
When was Bela Lugosi: The Fallen Vampire released?
Bela Lugosi: The Fallen Vampire was released on October 24, 2007 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Bela Lugosi: The Fallen Vampire?
The main cast of Bela Lugosi: The Fallen Vampire includes Bela Lugosi, Clark Gable, Lon Chaney, Boris Karloff, Lon Chaney Jr..