Lugosi: Hollywood's Dracula (1997)

Lugosi: Hollywood's Dracula

1997

Documentary

Synopsis

Lugosi: Hollywood's Dracula uncovers the life and career of legendary actor Bela Lugosi, examining his early life in Hungary and Germany through his Hollywood successes and eventual decline. The film features a vast array of never-before-seen footage of the actor, ranging from remains of his 1918 film Struggle for Life to behind-the-scenes home movies on the set of RKO Studios. Lugosi is peppered with dozens of rare films clips and photographs, with the story itself coming to life thanks to the vast array of on-camera interviewees.

Credits

Director

Gary Don Rhodes

Cast

Bela Lugosi as Self (archive footage)

Bela Lugosi Jr. as Self

Frank J. Dello Stritto as Self

Hope Lugosi as Self

Howard W. Koch as Self

Joseph H. Lewis as Self

Loretta King as Self

Louise Currie as Self