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Dracula's Love Tale: A Box Office Reality Check
8 Feb
Summary
- Dracula film opened to $2.1 million on its first day in North America.
- The gothic romance has garnered $29.19 million internationally.
- Critics gave the film a 56% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
The new French gothic romance film, "Dracula: A Love Tale," directed by Luc Besson, opened this past Friday to modest box-office numbers in North America. On its opening day, the film collected $2.1 million domestically, securing a spot in the top 5 rankings. Internationally, the film has performed stronger, amassing $29.19 million.
The film, based on Bram Stoker's 1897 novel, features Caleb Landry Jones as the titular prince. Critics have provided mixed to positive feedback, with Rotten Tomatoes giving it a 56% score. Reviews highlighted Jones' haunting performance and Danny Elfman's score, while also pointing to an inconsistent tone that prevented it from reaching greatness.
Globally, "Dracula" has earned $31.3 million. The film's success in North America will likely depend on strong word-of-mouth to sustain its run in cinemas. The story centers on a 15th-century prince cursed to eternal life after losing his wife, who seeks reunion with his lost love through the centuries.
