This BBC TV version of the novel was absolutely dire. A strange departure from their usual faithful, world class productions of classic novels. The original plot was butchered in favour of ludicrous changes including having Arthur Holmewood as a victim of syphilis and trying to get Dracula's 'cult' followers to cure him. Most of the most memorable episodes from the book had gone. It was hampered by some terrible overacting - in particular David Suchet (What on earth were you thinking of being in this drivel Mr. Suchet?) Marc Warren has the sex appeal of a dead goat. His long obviously dyed black hair, girly face and scrawny body just made him look camp! (Sorry Mr. W. but you ain't got the looks the presence or the talent to carry the role of Dracula off!!) Next time BBC - PLEASE don't tinker with classic tales and then we can avoid having to be subjected to another festive turkey like this one!!!
