blaxploitation

Blacula (1972) starring William Marshall, Vonetta McGee

Blacula is a blaxploitation film, that rises above its origin. largely because of the quality of the acting, especially the title character, portrayed by William Marshall.

The story begins in 1780, with African Price Manuwalde (William Marshall) seeking the help of a European count to end the slave trade. Unfortunately, he’s chosen to ask the aid of Count Dracula (Charles Macaulay).  Dracula is all about enslaving people of all colors and having them join his undead army. And the count is offended by the African prince …