Nocturna

NOCTURNA stars the ubiquitous John Carradine as Count Dracula. He's ancient, wearing false fangs now, and being cared for by his Granddaughter Nocturna (Nai Bonet). Drac's castle has been turned into a hotel.

This is obviously meant to be a comedy, but the godawful "acting" and humorless "jokes" sink this movie fast. Also, since it came out in 1979, it's filled to the gills with bubblegum disco music! This is especially annoying when it blares during the simulated "love" scenes.

Nocturna herself is a definite dancing queen. Disco fans will flip over her blazing moves! It's too bad that Ms. Bonet can't act at all, or she'd be perfect. However, her clothing does tend to fly off at regular intervals, including the "heavenly bubble bath" and "oil is my friend" sequences.

"Brother" Theodore Gottlieb is a perverted riot as the horny / creepy desk clerk. Watch for Yvonne de Carlo as Nocturna's friend Jugulia Vein. She's excellent and looks fantastic. She's the only other reason to watch this silly movie...