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Pure Fun in a Vampire Flick, Aug 1 2002
This review is from: Nightlife (VHS Tape)
This was a made for television movie featuring Ben Cross, who starred as Barnabas Collins in the Dark Shadows revival series as well as having an impressive career in other roles. Nightlife is a comedy . . . much like the Mel Brooks film "Dracula, Dead and Loving It". The plot moves along like it's supposed to be serious but there is an endless array of ridiculous situations that makes it clear it's pure comedy. The premise is Vlad's love Angelique has been awakened by gravediggers who opened her coffin hoping to find treasure. Vlad wants her back but Angelique is interested in the doctor who is trying to figure out what her "rare blood disorder" is and clearly hates Vlad. The ensuing struggle between Vlad and his inept sidekicks against the doctor and his friends becomes a classic "science versus mythology" fight to the bitter end. If you like vampire comedies this one has all the ingredients you're looking for.
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NIGHTLIFE IS FULL OF LIFE, Mar 15 2002
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This review is from: Nightlife (VHS Tape)
I found this movie thoroughly enjoyable! How marvelous to have a movie filled with likeable, quirky characters -- villians, victims and heroes alike! The story and script effectively intertwined drama and witty humor without resorting to the triteness of "camp". I was a big fan of Ben Cross in the short-lived remake of the Dark Shadows series and found him absolutely delightful in Nightlife. I was also a fan of the Equalizer series, always eagerly anticipating the episodes with the mysterious, weapons specialist/procurer, Mickey -- played by Keith Szarabajka, who handsomely plays Dr. David Zuckerman, the heroic, love-smitten doctor in Nightlife. Maryam d'Abo as the reawakened vampire, Angelique, is sexy as all get out without coming off as "vampish"; and Camille Saviola as Rosa Mercedes, Angelique's housekeeper and loyal protector, is side-stitchingly hysterical (and loveable)! The music is catchy, and as quirky as the movie. Nightlife provides 1 hour 33 minutes of intelligent, light-hearted fun, something that isn't always so easy to find these days. I highly recommend it!!
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I absolutely Love this movie!, Sep 23 2000
This review is from: Nightlife (VHS Tape)
If you like funny horror movies(like I do),this is a good one for you.O.K.,it can be a bit corny at times,but that's part of it's charm.The other part comes from the performances,especially that of Keith Szarabajka (I hope I spelled that right).He's perfect as the hematologist who thinks his vampire patient is just suffering from anemia.Everyone seems to be having a great time,and so will you!
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