Babylon 5s Straczynski Set For Telefantasy Return
JMS plans a new take on Dracula with Spartacus producer
Straczynski, who has been off scripting for movies such as Thor , The Changeling and Underworld: Awakening , has teamed up with horror producer Roy Lee ( The Ring , The Strangers , The Woman in Black ) and TV producer Rob Tapert ( Spartacus , Xena: Warrior Princess , Hercules: The Legendary Journeys ) to create Vlad Dracula.
The project is a new spin of the classic tale (how many times have we written that in the past five years?), blending the historical facts of the 15th century Prince of Wallachia, with the fictional Dracula whose story is known around the world and continues to fascinate audiences.
Vlad Dracula traces his evolution from a revered ruler to the world's most feared vampire, and his slow downfall as he struggles desperately to hang on to his humanity, his wife and his kingdom.
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Dave is a TV and film journalist who specializes in the science fiction and fantasy genres. He's written books about film posters and post-apocalypses, alongside writing for SFX Magazine for many years.