Centuries ago, a young Gypsy woman was killed by a strange and mysterious bat although she returns from the dead. In modern times, Count Sinistre and his paramour Tanya search for new victims. He leaves behind a golden relic in the shape of a bat with a snake. English guests in the village become entangled by the unknown and death waits for them. A vampire walks among them.
This is a 1956 horror film from Pinewood studios, directed by Lance Comfort and stars includes William Sylvester, Carole Grey and Tracy Reed. The actor who played the Count Sinistre was nicknamed "Bert Christmas" by the English cast, because his name is Hubert Noel. The film makes reference to the 1675 book "Talismans: The Power of Magic" MDCLXXV.
Visually it looks quite gothic that includes a trendy 60's party with a snake dancer and an underground cult. For me it was a little boxy and lacklustre. It could've done with some atmosphere but others may enjoy it. For rating, a dark strawberry:
Blood Strawberry
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