36 Days of Halloween - 1993: Cronos

Guillermo del Toro's take on the vampire tale follows the battle between an antiques dealer and a wealthy, but dying, man as they vie for control of a device that grants the user a form of immortality... at a price. Like many of del Toro's films, this one is a bit of a genre blend. While there are obviously horror elements, given the involvement of vampires, this is still carries his trademark fairy tale-esque elements, as well. The resulti...ng blend becomes a sort of darkly whimsical tale, and a touching story about a man's love for his family. Cronos is a beautiful film, and I suspect that it will reward multiple viewings. If nothing else, it's a vampire movie with a unique premise, a fantastic cast, and a brilliant script. What more could you ask for? 5 out of 5 lifetimes lived.