Movie Adaptation Comic Appraisal

Bram Stoker's Dracula: Official Movie Adaptation #1 (Topps Comics, 1992)

This is a first issue comic book titled 'Bram Stoker's Dracula', an official comics adaptation of the 1992 Francis Ford Coppola film. Published by Topps Comics, the book features a striking cover illustrated by Mike Mignola, known for his distinctive heavy-shadow style. The cover art displays Gary Oldman's Count Dracula in his red armored and 'blood bath' forms, alongside Keanu Reeves as Jonathan Harker and the Brides of Dracula. The publication contains writing by Roy Thomas and art by Mike Mignola and John Nyberg. A key feature noted on the cover is the inclusion of four exclusive Topps trading cards, which were originally polybagged with the issue. The physical state appears to be within a clear protective plastic sleeve or polybag, which shows heavy wrinkling and a piece of adhesive tape at the top center. The comic itself exhibits some spine stress and minor corner blunting visible through the packaging. As a 1990s movie tie-in, it represents a significant collaboration between a major motion picture and high-profile comic industry talent. The item includes 'behind-the-scenes photos and interviews' as advertised in the bottom red banner, characteristic of collectors' editions from this era.