From The Horror of Dracula to decades of unforgettable cinema, Michael Gough brought sophistication and steel to every role. Today, we celebrate his birthday with a glimpse at his first Hammer performance and a legacy that still casts a long shadow. | Hammer Films

“Dracula Untold” (2014) is a dark fantasy action film that serves as an origin story for the legendary vampire Count Dracula. Plot Summary: Set in the 15th century, the story follows Prince Vlad III of Wallachia (played by Luke Evans), a noble ruler and fierce warrior known as “Vlad the Impaler.” He has renounced his brutal past and now rules peacefully, seeking to protect his people and his family—his wife Mirena and their young son. However, when the Turkish Sultan Mehmed II demands that Vlad