Mark of the Vampire (1935)
Undead…Yet living on the kisses of youth!
Sir Borotyn, a prominent Prague resident, is discovered murdered in his home, with all indications pointing to a vampire assault. The victim's friend, Baron Otto, and the physician who analyzes the body, are certain that the vampire is the mysterious Count Mora or his daughter. Receiving little help from the law, Professor Zelen, an expert in the occult, is called in to assist with their investigation.
Director: Tod Browning
Genre: Mystery, Horror
Runtime: 60 min
Release Date: April 26, 1935
Cast
- Lionel Barrymore - Professor Zelin
- Elizabeth Allan - Irena Borotyn
- Bela Lugosi - Count Mora
- Lionel Atwill - Inspector Neumann
- Jean Hersholt - Baron Otto
- Henry Wadsworth - Fedor Vincente
- Donald Meek - Dr. Doskil
- Jessie Ralph - Midwife
- Ivan F. Simpson - Jan
- Franklyn Ardell - Chauffeur
Screenplay
- Bernard Schubert (Screenplay)
- John L. Balderston
- Guy Endore (Screenplay)
- H.S. Kraft
- Samuel Ornitz
Cinematography: James Wong Howe
Editing: Ben Lewis
Production: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Country: United States of America
Language: Český, English
Budget: $305,177
Original Language: en
Themes
Urban Legends and Superstitions, Folk Horror and Ancient Curses
Keywords
vampire, legend, superstition, professor, bat, police inspector, small village, engaged couple, woman in peril
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Mark of the Vampire about?
- Sir Borotyn, a prominent Prague resident, is discovered murdered in his home, with all indications pointing to a vampire assault. The victim's friend, Baron Otto, and the physician who analyzes the body, are certain that the vampire is the mysterious Count Mora or his daughter. Receiving little help from the law, Professor Zelen, an expert in the occult, is called in to assist with their investigation.
- Who directed Mark of the Vampire?
- Mark of the Vampire was directed by Tod Browning.
- Who stars in Mark of the Vampire?
- Mark of the Vampire stars Lionel Barrymore, Elizabeth Allan, Bela Lugosi, Lionel Atwill, Jean Hersholt, Henry Wadsworth.
- How long is Mark of the Vampire?
- Mark of the Vampire has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).
- What genre is Mark of the Vampire?
- Mark of the Vampire is a Mystery, Horror film.
- What is the budget of Mark of the Vampire?
- Mark of the Vampire had a budget of $305,177.
- Where was Mark of the Vampire produced?
- Mark of the Vampire was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Mark of the Vampire?
- The themes of Mark of the Vampire include: Urban Legends and Superstitions, Folk Horror and Ancient Curses.