Whoever thought to mix Bram Stoker's tale of Dracula with "the people of the dark continent" AND bring the storyline into the 1970's gets a seal of approval from me. I can't ever get enough of this film, it's so bad that it's good. I must admit that I have a soft spot for the Blaxploitation genre as it brings to the forefront the struggles faced by African-Americans post-slavery while satirizing the Black culture of the era.
The story begins in 1780 Transylvania at the home of Dracula where Prince Mamuwalde and his wife are trying to convince their host to cease the slave trade. Dracula does not take to kindly to this so he transforms Mamuwalde into a vampire, curses him with the name of Blacula and locks him in a coffin longing for a taste of blood. Almost 200 years later interior decorators bring all items left in Dracula's castle to Los Angeles and unknowingly release Blacula from his prison. The rest you'd have to see for yourself, but know that there is a love story entwined into the plot (why not?) and be ready to laugh at the poor special effects and Blacula's spectacular exit. Don't worry I've posted the link, if you have time you should watch (especially since I spent hours searching for it).
Enjoy!: http://stagevu.com/video/lnwzghiodddi
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