We’re eager to hear your insights! What are your thoughts on the highly anticipated remake of Nosferatu by writer and director Robert Eggers? Your opinions matter, so don’t hesitate to share them below!

Robert Eggers, known for his exceptional work in The Witch, The Lighthouse, and The Northman, has recently released his stunning remake of F.W. Murnau’s iconic 1922 silent horror film Nosferatu (watch it HERE). This week, the film hit theaters, generating a buzz of excitement among horror enthusiasts. Early reactions have been overwhelmingly positive, with JoBlo’s Chris Bumbray praising it as a modern horror classic in his perfect 10/10 review. Now, we invite you to join the conversation: what did you think of Nosferatu? Share your comments and insights below!

The original Nosferatu serves as an unofficial adaptation of Bram Stoker’s renowned novel, Dracula. The gripping synopsis of the film reads as follows: In this groundbreaking silent horror feature, the enigmatic Count Orlok (Max Schreck) summons young Thomas Hutter (Gustav von Wangenheim) to his secluded castle in the Transylvanian mountains. There, the sinister Orlok intends to purchase a home near Hutter and his wife, Ellen (Greta Schroeder). Once Orlok’s true vampire nature is unveiled, Hutter must confront the terrifying reality that Ellen is in severe peril. Meanwhile, Orlok’s loyal servant, Knock (Alexander Granach), eagerly anticipates his master’s arrival at the new residence. Notably, Werner Herzog produced another version in 1979, with Murnau’s original film running 94 minutes and Herzog’s clocking in at 107 minutes. Eggers’ adaptation, however, runs for an impressive 132 minutes, making it a more expansive interpretation than its predecessors.

Eggers’ interpretation of Nosferatu unfolds as a captivating gothic narrative centered on the themes of obsession, featuring a tormented young woman in 19th-century Germany who becomes the target of an ancient Transylvanian vampire. This alluring premise promises to deliver a chilling exploration of horror and desire, inviting viewers into a world where fear and fascination intertwine.

The film boasts a stellar cast, including Willem Dafoe (Spider-Man: No Way Home) in the role of the eccentric vampire hunter Von Franz, alongside Lily-Rose Depp (The Idol) portraying Ellen Hutter and Nicholas Hoult (Renfield) as her husband, Thomas—a role initially intended for Bill Skarsgard. The ensemble further features Aaron Taylor-Johnson (Bullet Train) as Thomas’s confidant Friedrich Harding, Emma Corrin (The Crown) as Friedrich’s wife Anna, Ralph Ineson (The Witch) as Dr. Wilhelm Sievers, Von Franz’s ally, and Simon McBurney (The Conjuring 2) as Herr Knock, Thomas’s employer. Skarsgard, who embodies the titular character, has remarked on the intense experience of portraying Nosferatu / Count Orlok, stating, “conjuring pure evil. It took a while for me to shake off the demon that had been conjured inside of me. … I do not think people are gonna recognize me in it.”

Now, we want to hear from you! What were your impressions of the latest adaptation of Nosferatu? Your feedback is invaluable to us.

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Cody is a dedicated news editor and film critic specializing in the horror genre for JoBlo.com. He crafts engaging scripts for various videos showcased on the JoBlo Originals and JoBlo Horror Originals YouTube channels. When he’s not immersed in the world of films, Cody enjoys traveling as a digital nomad, maintaining his personal blog, Life Between Frames, and penning novels and screenplays.