Blacula - 3 1/2 stars out of 5 stars

Remember the term" blacksploitation"? Well this film released in 1973 and running 93 minutes is my favorite from that genre.There are 3 issues I have with this film,thus sadly,1 and 1/2 stars off.First,poor acting except for the lead, William Marshall as Blacula.Second it is VERY dated.Finally,some might find the political incorrectness very offensive.Still,as a Vampire film,and one that has strong black characterizations,its pretty damned good.What I liked was the spin that puts a proud black man in a no win situation and yet,as foul as the deeds are that he forced to commit,he still keeps his dignity.You might also enjoy the still to this day,bumbling LA police needing a black doctor to set them straight.On the  blacksploitation side it has enough pigs greased to keep the audience happy as well as a funny bit with a cab driver.The best of this genre and a naughty favorite of mine.She can't act worth laic but with a body hers  Vonetta McGee as Tina,doesn't have to.Trailer URL follows the picture and a IMDB summary below.

An ancient African prince, turned into a vampire by Dracula himself, finds himself in modern Los Angeles.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vN2a5zGmBPI