The story of the vampire has been told countless times, often in uninspired ways. It's up to the visually striking flair of Luc Besson to breathe new life into the material, focusing on the romantic aspect that begins his curse and the tragedy at the heart of it all. By leaning into the sentimental approach, it finds an interesting way of telling the same tired old tale; a love story about an immortal being who waits for centuries for the reincarnation of his beloved.
It's more of a Gothic romance with horror elements, and the score by Danny Elfman is a highlight. This is an even better version of Bram Stoker's Dracula.
3½ gargoyles out of 5
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