A Keanu Reeves film, often praised as ‘cinematic perfection,’ has made its way to Netflix, and viewers are thoroughly enjoying it.
Known for his role as John Wick, Keanu Reeves is a prominent figure in Hollywood, having been part of numerous hit films over the years.
In addition to his movie career, Reeves has also ventured into the gaming world with a role in Cyberpunk 2077.
Recently, a classic movie featuring Reeves has been trending on social media since it became available on Netflix on September 1. This comes 33 years after its original release in theaters worldwide.
The 1992 film, directed by Francis Ford Coppola, is an adaptation of Bram Stoker’s iconic novel. It’s reported that during filming, Reeves and Winona Ryder accidentally got married.
The film in question is Bram Stoker’s Dracula, which follows the story of young barrister Jonathan Harker (played by Reeves) who is sent to work in a village in Eastern Europe.
However, Harker is soon captured by Dracula (Gary Oldman), who then travels to London seeking Harker’s fiancée, Mina Murray (Winona Ryder).
Dracula attempts to seduce and terrorize Mina’s close friend, Lucy Westenra (Sadie Frost), but, as typical in horror films, things don’t go as planned.
Though over 30 years old, the movie is gaining new viewers this week with its addition to Netflix.
One reviewer on Rotten Tomatoes wrote, “Very bear to being Cinematic PERFECTION. One of my all-time favorite gothic horror films.”
Another commented: “The Godfather of contemporary gothic horror and one of the best horror films of all time… even with some of the hackneyed actions from Ryder and Reeves.”
A third review noted: “The movie itself was brilliant and the closest adaptation of the novel.”
Bram Stoker’s Dracula holds a 69 percent critics’ score and a 79 percent audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, suggesting it’s a worthwhile watch for the weekend.
The Philadelphia Inquirer remarked: “Truly, there is too much going on here, and the results are exhausting. At the same time, the film’s very busyness is part of Dracula’s undeniable charm. If there is glory in excess, Coppola’s movie is glorious.”
On the other hand, The Telegraph offered a mixed review: “The performances are top-notch, the set design is a wonder to behold and the cinematography is breathtaking. Bram Stoker’s Dracula falls flat only in its failed attempt to faithfully – almost religiously – adapt to the novel.”
Bram Stoker’s Dracula is now streaming on Netflix.