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When it comes to horror cinema, especially the ones about vampires, it was the 1922 silent film titledNosferatuthat set the foundation for countless tales to come. Now, a century later, Robert Eggers has resurrected this timeless classic from its coffin, with a new cast that features Willem Dafoe, Lily-Rose Depp, and Nicholas Hoult.
The modern audience is used to seeing a mystical and seductive representation of vampires, but Eggers didn’t opt for this version. Instead, he reimagined Count Orlok quite differently. Let’s understand how.
Willem Dafoe on the folk-based vampire inNosferatu
Willem Dafoeis a seasoned performer who has done over 130 films, and he seemed like a natural fit for the role of Professor Albin Eberhart von Franz. Recently, Dafoe toldBBChow the vampire inNosferatuis different from the seductive archetype popularized by Hollywood,“He went for a much more folk-based vampire.”
It’s clear that the filmmaker wanted to strip away the romanticization and glamour associated with vampires. Instead, he wanted to reconnect the supernatural being with the belief that was passed down in legends, suggesting how grim and haunting they are. This brought an authentic shift to the narrative and made the movie more refreshing than what we usually see in the industry.
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Moreover, the practical effects and performances were grounded, and Eggers did not rely much on CGI. He committed to a realistic form of storytelling to enhance the horror experience and even brought in 5000 live rats on set (via Variety) for an unsettling scene.
WhyNosferatu’s folklore approach works better
FromTwilighttoThe Vampire Diaries, we’ve only been exposed to vampires that are devilishly handsome, cunning, and often, a love interest. But Eggers anchored his Count Orlok in folklore, and the decision was instrumental in making a distinctive and chilling experience for the audience.
This time around, the vampire was a grotesque and otherworldly figure that seemed like the embodiment of death and decay.Not going the conventional route brought in a stream of positive reviews for the movie, because any sense of familiarity was stripped away, and what remained was pure terror.
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It forced the viewers to face a more primal fear and lent a timeless quality to the movie. By avoiding modern tropes, Eggers was able to create a horror movie that actually induced fear, proving that even centuries-old legend can send shivers down our spine if done correctly.
Nosferatuis currently in theatres.
Sonika Kamble
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Sonika Kamble is an entertainment writer at Fandomwire, covering everything from timeless classics to newly released movies. With over 1000+ articles published, she delves into breakdowns, think pieces, speculations, and more.She enjoys connecting the dots and covering newfound angles about characters, scenes, and themes from movies directed by Scorsese, Fincher, Tarantino, Linklater, and other exceptional filmmakers.
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