Leave ‘Transylvania’ to the kids

Published



“Hotel Transylvania” had all the makings of an inspired entry into the animation canon. It just never delivers on an intriguing concept — and oddly enough, it’s not entirely Adam Sandler’s fault this time.

Determined to protect his daughter from those pitchfork-crazed humans who killed his wife, Dracula (Sandler) constructs a five-star resort where baddies like Frankenstein, the Mummy, the Invisible Man and a pack of werewolves can live freely.

Full midterm coverage.Deeper analysis.

Get unlimited access to Washington Examiner's reporting, expert analysis, and coverage of the midterm elections.

Get Unlimited Access

Cancel anytime.