Dracula 1931 Filming Location and Climbing to the Top of Vasquez Rocks!

[@HoldSimp]

I found this in the search and yet again grimmlifecollective you don't disappoint, I first watched the Bela Lugosi version of Dracula in the 1970s when I was 4 years old, even to this day its so vivid. I came downstairs as a small child as I couldn't sleep, my father was watching this old black and white film and so I sat on my dads lap and started staring at the tv screen, I remember my mother saying that this would scare me and my father answering if it does he will go back to bed. I sat there through the whole movie not moving, just captivated by this figure from the shadows with his flowing cloak and hypnotizing voice. From that day on I was captivated by the horror genre, I was a huge hammer horror fan growing up being from the UK but I have always remembered this movie that started it all. Thanks for walking me down the road of a happy memory from my childhood, its been a pleasure to watch....

[@Filmbuf-g2k]

I can really relate to what you said in this message ..I was born in 68 so fond and scary memories of being allowed to stay up in the mid to late 70s to watch the old universal and hammer horror movies they used to show on the BBC late at night. (remember the horror double bill ) my 3 brothers and I squeezed together on the sofa and my mum and dad on thr chairs. Me and my younger brother used to draw crosses on the condensation on the windows to keep dracula out when we went to bed 😂...my strongest memories are of Oliver Reed breaking out of the cell in his werewolf movie and of course the music they played just before Christopher Lee entered as Dracula...you knew he was coming so it was hiding behind the sofa, Peter Cushing was my first hero.. 😂..and then when Salems lot first aired in 2 parts in 1979 it was all anyone talked about in the yard at school the next day..a modern day vampire....mind blowing.....I still watch and enjoy those films to this day at 55 .

[@HoldSimp]

@@Filmbuf-g2k I first watched Salems lot when I was 8 years old on my own on holiday as it was on British tv. It reminded me of a mixture of the Bela Lugosi Dracula and the even older Nosferatu, the music and the way it was filmed always kept you involved and wanting more. I can honestly say the horror movies of today pale in comparison, cheap jump scares and hardly any story, I definitely miss the older times when Hammer half hour was on a Thursday night and used to watch it on an old monochrome TV.......

[@Filmbuf-g2k]

@@HoldSimp I'm from UK too...yeah hammer house of horror was a revelation too..early 8Os...I think they are on one of the streaming channels ITVX I think......agreed...modern day horrors aren't much kop....was a bit disappointed in The last voyage of the Demeter was really looking forward to it too....

[@HoudiniWild]

I'll be darned. I thought Dracula was 100% studio shot, but there's no question that shot is Vasquez Rocks. Thank you!

[@arkfodao]

R.I.P Bela Lugosi, by far the best Dracula of all time

[@anthonycrnkovich5241]

I second that!

[@iankirkpatrick1875]

Nah, Christopher Lee

[@palerider964]

Frank Langela

[@janetlieb2507]

Yes!!! Best Dracula!!!❤

[@palerider964]

@@janetlieb2507 he was the worst. Christopher Lee & Frank Langela were waaay better.

[@christopherquinlan7839]

That is so cool!! I always assumed it was a back drop on a soundstage. It's cool that fans of that movie have a legit place they can visit.

[@djcomputerfreak2542]

I have seen those rock formations in Star Trek and I have always been fascinated with them. One day I will go to the top

[@dannymcdermott5549]

The Werewolf of London scene where Dr. Yogami attacked Dr. Glendon was filmed at that same location. Thanks for the tour.

[@weavers99]

Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey was shot there too!

[@JoeMotionVideos82]

"I totally lugied on my good dead self!"

[@ericsanchez6263]

NEAR THOSE ROCKS IS WHERE LORDS KEANU REEVES AND ALEX WINTER GAVE THE HORROR ICON KNOWN AS THE GRIMM REAPER...THE TIGHEST REAR ADMIRAL OF ALL TIME!

[@thommcintyre2903]

Vasquez Rocks are visually stunning, ground level, and from on high. I enjoy how you take pains to find and simulate the same camera angles from the movies, and especially incorporating the mat-painting of Borgo Pass from Dracula. Those extras make your vlogs outstanding and anticipated. Besides countless westerns, the rocks also served as the Planet Mongo in the 1930's Flash Gordon serials.

[@kathie__1]

This version of Dracula is my favorite. I must have watched it a hundred times and own a digital copy of it. This was fun, thank you

[@janetlieb2507]

Best Dracula!!❤

[@janetlieb2507]

Dracula is a masterpiece!❤

[@scottjohnson2395]

I like movie

[@BillSchafer48]

The opening shoots from Werewolf of London (1935) was shot at the Rocks, too.

[@janetlieb2507]

Thanx for sharing! ❤

[@mano1971music]

You my friend, have BALLS OF STEEL !! How you were able to capture the downward view as you stood on the top of Vasquez Rock literally gave me vertigo.....and I'm sitting comfortably in bed! Thank you for this AMAZING video!!!

[@erifretrats378]

love those rocks, you can see where each one of the earth's plates pushed over the top of the one next to it sliding the other back under itself........ the force that must have taken to do that, is just phenomenal......... in case you wanted to know

[@TheKulu42]

Part of Dracula 1931 was filmed in a desert of all places? Now that's cool!

[@jared1870]

Thank you. I didn't realize this was the opening scene of Dracula. Until today, I only saw the matte mountains. Awesome view from the top! Thanks for taking us along.

[@horrorbreakdown]

I love seeing you do these Universal Monsters filming locations. Keep 'em coming!

[@klaytonhaggard4924]

Love these universal monster location hope to keep getting more

[@joecrow5484]

i hope he does a video on the location where the monster throws maria in the lake thinking she will float like the flowers did.

[@davidfarnham5661]

O.M.G. A beautiful video with some amazing footage. And to get the actual shot lined up from Dracula was PHENOMINAL. Speaking as someone who is terrified of heights even when you pointed the camera down from the peak of Vasquez rocks my stomach lurched. I'm just so pleased you got down safely.

[@themoores9817]

This has to be one of the coolest videos ever.how have I only just found your channel? Bela Lugosi is one of my fave actors of all time . Him as Dracula is iconic. Thankyou for this video 👍🏻

[@brockobamagh1851]

That climb was scary! I was getting vertigo just watching the screen!

[@arlangodthaab3672]

Just want to add my congrats and gratitude for all the time, effort, and information you've added to my cinematic memories.

[@VancouverJeff]

I was looking forward to watching this video but I had no idea how amazing it would be! Seeing those rock formations that line up with those shots is amazing to see!

[@tonyacosta8914]

This is why your so loved

[@chevy266nova]

That Dracula with Bela Lugosi is my favorite of all the Dracula movies. And I have seen them all I believe in my 76 years on this earth.

[@mrscb5303]

Ok I know logically it’s 4 months later and I’ve seen you in other more recent videos...but your climb made me so nervous 😬!!! I truly appreciate what you do to entertain us! The view here was gorgeous!

[@maryannwheeler6116]

I've been to Vasquez rocks but I never climbed. You got a lot of guts Michael. But anyway that was so cool seeing where they filmed 1931 Dracula. My very first horror movie when I was 5 years old and still my ultimate favorite. Thank you thank you for finding the location and sharing it with everybody

[@ellaxracz]

That made my legs wobble... insane/intense... 😲 reminded me of climbing to the summit of the Untersberg mountain in Austria last year which was covered in knee high snow... brave for your passion... awesome vid...

[@Master_Blackthorne]

Our intrepid host falling off the Vasquez Rock: Eeeeeeoooooowooooooaaaah! Bela Lugosi's ghost: Listen to him, child of the night, what music he makes!

[@aaronfrahm623]

Another flawless shot recreation. Props for all the extra effort on this one. Grimm for Life!

[@dianes.3718]

I love the landscape of the west. I lived in El Centro CA, about a 25 minute drive to the Mexico border. I drove to San Diego and the desert landscape was breath taking. I'm in north Florida now.

[@krystina.nelson217]

Thank you for risking your life to give us a viewing experience. The location is definitely spectacular and I would love to be the one to seek out the areas for filming locations. We live on a beautiful continent and so much beauty is taken for granted.

[@cherrlim7923]

Oh myyy, this was amazing!! Thank you your channel is awesome. Greetings from Singapore by the way. Please stay safe!! 💀❤️

[@mateocafe45]

Greet video! Just be careful Michael climbing the rocks and beware of baby rattlesnakes. It is not quite time yet- but the little monsters come out in the spring. I am from So CA so I know.

[@joep4483]

The movie was filmed 90 years ago, yet it still looks more believable than the CGI used today.

[@majesticpublicenemy3201]

That sounds about boomer. Uh, I mean, now let’s hear what the more open-minded and non-back in my day crowd (who don’t tirelessly complain about the changing times and modernism in general) has to say in regards to this? Nay? K. Then I should just add: oh please

[@chocolatcats]

unreal isn't it. TECHNICALLY 91 (1931 was the year it was released, not filmed (1930) its wild

[@UnwrittenSpade]

This channel has become my go to I love watching both of you and all your content keep up the amazing channel

[@sside8]

Great job Michael on climbing that rock! No way I could ever do it!

[@bobcurtis3958]

Nice job... love your passion for finding these movie locations!

[@cliffordball440]

I really enjoy your hunts for movie sites. This hike was great!!

[@nickx1754]

Very cool. I can't tell if Michael is trembling from the physical exertion or out of fear but I imagine his answer would be simply "yes." Those are some amazing views. I may need to check it out myself someday.

[@ericthepunisher]

I was legit terrified for you climbing that rock but well done man and also the Dracula opening was shot one of the best shot lineups I have ever seen !!

[@smithpm81]

you are so lucky to be able to visit these places, i can only dream about this. thanks so much for doing these vids

[@thebrideoffrankenstein2415]

Watching it as we speak October 31 2023 ...such an amazing film...Bela Lugosi IS Dracula the best one ever I never get tired of watching all the Universal Studios Monster films they're all so beautiful to watch...

[@roseannes335]

Bravo! Excellent view! It is amazing!

[@rhysnybo]

Love that word Spooktacular definitely says it all being the spot of the classic horror film of the Dracula

[@TVForces]

I just discovered this channel and have really been enjoying it. I really like this guy. His interest in history, his excitement, his respect for property.. If I lived in California and had the means, I could totally see myself doing what he does, but not as adventurous. Also, for a lover of grimm things, he is always talking about how beautiful things are. A very interesting, positive channel.

[@mackjay1777]

Nice job matching up the movie shots. And the tour of place is great, really awesome and you had a perfect day with those clouds.

[@simonvanderwerf]

That was some awesome camera work and I love that you are there in search of Dracula. Top of the world Vlad!

[@TheBdomijan]

Dude!!! That was one amazing death defying video bro!!! I loved it!!! 🤘😎🤘 so freakin cool and I’m now a super happy subscriber and can’t wait for more and also watch all of your past library!!! This is one incredibly interesting KZbin channel, thank you for your content!!!!!!! 🤘😁🤘

[@kvkmuzic7092]

Where's Jessica!!!??? This was cool. No need to apologize, we enjoy all of your adventures. Just keep being careful. Rock On!!!

[@emoryandrewclay]

Where is Jessica?

[@dinochickarelli6327]

I was waiting for an ankle sprain or broken bone on that slope! Well done Grimm! I see a once- great athlete in there somewhere.! 😁👍

[@JohnMassari]

So cool that you took the climb yourself and didn’t send the drone to do the hard work for you.

[@grimmlifecollective]

Thank you...I just had to.

[@johnedwards1580]

That rock formation is iconic and much larger than I expected after seeing your video. Well done!

[@stevebastian3633]

Know it’s been mentioned but seriously gotta give you some love for going after the OG universal crew. I would have never known the black lagoon was a visitable place or that these rocks were in Dracula as well

[@moviegeek9540]

I was gonna say you're channeling your inner Spider-Man by climbing the rock. But you said it yourself Michael. You're a real Daredevil instead. Happy Halloween!

[@chocolatcats]

I love it...I live right by these famous rocks (for varied films) "Borgo Pass!" and Aqua Dulce is the area...see that road you're on (its next to the 14 freeway. You probably passed the ranch of wild animals owned/lives there Tippi Hedren of the Birds. I have been there too. I can imagine how you feel seeing this because its magnificent. On that Sierra Highway you most likely took to get there is a cafe called Halfway House and its used in many films PLUS a few of Clints. And.....in Santa Clarita (same area) on Railroad Ave near Lyons...is the Saugus Cafe (famous for films for many years) And...oh I love this one, by that Saugus Cafe is Clint's old trailer court he used in both Every Which Way But Loose films. And Valencia, (this same area) we film NCIS plus many more shows.

[@RebecaLawrence-w6e]

Bela Lugosi will in deed be the best Count Dracula for sure. Listen to the children of the night. What music they make. One of lines from the movie. I like what Michael called a parking lot. San Andreas fault line. Has fixed the place up a bit. This looks like a fun day trip. Todays vampires are good. A true classic never go's out of style. ❤

[@jokeroneninesevenzero]

Hey grimm life, if you want to check out some more of those rocks, check out Corriganville park movie ranch in Simi Valley. I go there all the time. I'm five minutes away. Lots of films. Not many horror films. It's about four miles from Spahn ranch off Santa Susana pass road.

[@KarenAmbler1967]

You’re brave to climb up there. I never would have made it to the top.

[@alisarsour8552]

Keep water with you even in the cold. You will still become dehydrated and not realize it. Don't want anything bad happen to you. Stay safe

[@bluebellrose8]

Geeze, at 15:50 I'm puffing with you! My heart almost skipped a beat when you looked down. Now you have bragging rights! Not to mention balls! Thanks for climbing so I don't have to😁😉

[@BlahBlahYaga]

I was waiting for this one since you moved! I just left California but this is where I’d go hiking & where I still go any time I’m back

[@YourTubeVideoss]

13:07 Omg Grimm-Life , It Looked Like You Almost Was Going To Fall - Amazing Climb Rock , Wow , Good Video , Just Don't Get Hurt .. 1 Slip All It Takes BE SAFE ! Loved This Video - Thumbs Up - And I Shared On My Facebook , You Earned It lol

[@Myrna611]

Holy Heck!!! I could never have climbed those rocks. I'm glad Jessica didn't venture up. Yep, Michael, you're officially "crazy"🤣

[@dantebrown469]

We need more subscribers like 1 million y'all deserve it ❤️

[@steveinthemountains8264]

Damn good job getting to the top of Vasquez Rocks! Watching this vid reminds me of the time I hiked Angel's Landing in Zion Canyon, Utah......scary but thrilling!

[@carolynpurser7469]

Wow! Those views are spectacular! Thank you for making that hike. Because I don't think I'd ever make it. 😊

[@walterfechter8080]

Watch out for The Gorn -- it likes to toss boulders. Sedimentary rocks which; over geologic time; have been "folded" and uplifted. Spectacular! Thanks Grimmlifecollective!

[@1964amora]

It's call Star Trek rock also u need to go see the Lone Ranger rock off of Redmesa Road in Chatsworth,CA.

[@leonardvicari2857]

Thanks for keeping the classic universal monster movies alive they are the greatest I have a orange glow in the dark Dracula Tshirt with Bela Lugosi 's face on it

[@pravinshingadia7337]

Great video and well done on the climb. You’re an awesome guy!

[@erifretrats378]

now I want to get out my Bela Lugosi Dracula DVDs to watch again, again, again, a millions times later, again

[@mynameisvna]

That was such a beautiful view!!! I was there a few years ago but never to the top. Love your channel!!

[@janetlieb2507]

The west is gorgeous!!another world!!! When I was there I saw wild horses. Now sadly they are killing them.❤💔

[@JaycRam]

That shot at 14:56 really kicked in that nauseating feeling I get from heights.

[@lyndaruff1836]

Wow! Great effort climbing Vasquez Rocks 👏 I've never heard of them as I live in Australia.

[@jacquig1939]

That is so weird/cool with the painting backdrop. There may be other monsters but none will be as cool as Bela Lugosi.

[@sandypandys]

Dracula is my all time favorite so mesmerizing and alluring 🥰🤩 great location i can see why it is used in many films with the fault line there is destruction and life

[@scotpurdy8132]

Outstanding content! Thanks for doing this one, especially! You've got a new subscriber!

[@JulioAvalos3000]

Great video. You have combined an iconic film with one of Southern California's most underappreciated areas.

[@stevetuttle3674]

Love your videos and the way you match the original filming location to the same location the way it looks today. I don't know if you already know this, but the Vazquez Mountains are named after a famous 19th century Mexican bandit, Tiburcio Vásquez. The old television series "Stories of the Century" did a complete episode about him where they mention this rock formation.

[@dimebagdave77]

You guys hit all the best spots, thank you👍 I need to watch the Spanish version of Dracula to see if they shot here also

[@chocolatcats]

no..its not the same

[@1prsalsa]

Love this particular video , thank you for putting us right there !!!

[@roser6963]

Whoa! That looked too high up. Scary scary scary. You’re absolutely insane! Great views. Better you than me. Please be careful.

[@michiganjfrog366]

Greta Van Fleet video When the Curtain Falls was shot there too.. I am still dizzy just watching this.. Thanks for risking your life.. Love your videos.

[@kevinmcgiffin10]

Always thought some if the ext. shots of lugosis dracula might've been filmed in Europe. Nice to see this vid THANK YOU 👍 DRACULA is one if my favorite UNIVERSAL MONSTER films. Karloff is my hero bela was his sidekick. ❤

[@Stormgazer]

Beware of D’rockula! 🧛🏻‍♂️

[@tanyashrock6645]

Don't be sorry we had fun watching you and Michael I am from Calf I was born , we lived in Van Nuys hope you got down ok I just love you guys Tell Jess she is so beautiful together you guys are good to gather . Love ya Chris an family God bless

[@davidprice6994]

Just back tracked to this video i must of missed. Brilliant job mate.

[@williamschlenger1518]

Filmed thirteen years before I was born.I used to stay up & watch it on channel 11at eleven pm.😃

[@LisaVornhagen]

That was so cool! Those rocks are amazing the way they jut out like that! The rock that was in Dracula is really cool, too. I don't know if anyone else could see it, but on the underside of that rock behind you there was a figure with a crown on it's head.

[@explorers1979]

In my 20's I would have trucked up those rocks, now, turning 42... no way! Thanks for another great video!

[@janetlieb2507]

Amazing climb!!beautiful view!!❤

[@darkknight1938]

This has to be the most impressive location find. Mind blown.

[@bjornemccomb8262]

Get outta here, the same path and rocks still there today 90 years gone….fascinating to stand there where cinema history first met Dracula 🧛‍♂️….if my dad were alive to see this video, great job ❤️

[@larryaldrich4351]

When Renfield's carriage goes downhill to the inn looks alot like the road to Shiloh Ranch of the Virginian.

[@jenniferforbes3236]

The view from the top Is incredible!

[@chapingaryjr]

Vasquez rocks I used to go there when I was little

[@LivWildStyle]

Gorn *that is Arid, lol I am really glad that you guys went to live in LA for a reason (you know what I mean) and I love these videos! It couldn't be a more perfect match between material and presenter and I just want to say to you both: ROCK ON.

[@Lapidario_]

Hi, I'm from brazil. Watching your videos is like traveling to movie locations from my youth. Thank you.

[@cynthiaguthrie8303]

Been there many times but never climbed to the top. Thanks for doing it for me, and welcome to the splendor of California

[@KaiTiura]

Ha! Missed the shake of the camera when you say "The Dracula Rock" the first time.🤣 Nice touch. Intentional or not. Gotta tell you, when you put the camera over the edge at the top, my groin tingled. Not afraid of heights per see, but initially, and especially when I see such things on TV or in movies, my body reacts right up from my nuggets to my heart, every time. Same thing happens when I see someone fall on their knees... it's a knee-injury issue.😖 The lengths you go to...👍