Dark Shadows 2012
“Every family has its demons.”
What is Dark Shadows?
The film "Dark Shadows" is a 2012 movie that revolves around a character from the past. A vampire is inadvertently freed from his tomb and emerges into a changed world.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2012
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 113 minutes
- Release date
- May 9, 2012
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Village Roadshow Pictures, Infinitum Nihil, GK Films
- Budget
- $150,000,000
- Revenue
- $245,527,149
- Genres
- Comedy, Fantasy
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Overview
The film "Dark Shadows" is a 2012 movie that revolves around a character from the past. A vampire is inadvertently freed from his tomb and emerges into a changed world. He returns to his former estate, which has fallen into a state of disrepair. The estate, once grand, is now in a state of decline. The vampire's family is also experiencing difficulties, with their former status and prosperity lost. The story takes place in a time period that is significantly different from the character's past. The setting of the film is a manor that was once the character's home. The film explores the character's return to this changed environment and his attempts to adjust to the new circumstances. The movie is based on a previous work, but specific details about the source material are not provided. The film's release year is 2012.
Should you watch it?
“A 1970s vampire awakens to a crumbling family estate.”
- Tim Burton’s distinctive visual style
- Blend of comedy and gothic fantasy
- Set in the 1972 era with a decaying manor
- The plot can feel directionless for some viewers
Watch it if you enjoy Tim Burton’s quirky gothic comedies.
The PG‑13 film mixes gothic humor with mild horror, suitable for teens and adults.
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Frequently asked questions
When was Dark Shadows released?
It opened in the United States on May 11, 2012.
What genres describe the film?
It is classified as a comedy‑fantasy with gothic elements.
Who directed Dark Shadows?
Tim Burton is the director of the movie.
How long is the film?
The runtime is about 1 hour 53 minutes.
What is the basic premise of the story?
Vampire Barnabas Collins is freed from his tomb and returns to a ruined Collinwood Manor in 1972.