Nosferatu is Fang-tastic!
Most people of our generation know the iconic and terrifying vampire Nosferatu from his appearance on an episode of SpongeBob SquarePants titled “Graveyard Shift”. However, the newest film adaptation of the same name starring Bill Skarsgsård and Lily-Rose Depp has created a new buzz over the iconic character, Count Orlok. My dearest friend and I saw the movie very soon after it came out during winter break; and although I am not a film-nerd, horror movies have always had a special place in my heart. If you are a horror fan or possibly a die-hard fan of the original Nosferatu film from 1922, this adaptation is a wonderful recreation. Director Robert Eggers creates an incredibly dark, moody atmosphere throughout the entire film. Each shot, from Count Orlok’s castle to the streets of Ellen’s small German town, to the incredible architecture of Transylvania, is presented in a beautifully haunting manor. Each scene, whether it contains simple dialogue or moments of grotesque horror, is filled with a sense of morbid dread and fear. Which, in many ways, relates to the fear felt by Ellen as she is possessed by the vampire, Nosferatu. It’s important to also note the performances by both main actors, Skarsgsård and Depp, are incredibly well done. As an audience member, it’s incredibly easy to feel a sense of disgust and fear for Count Orlok, relayed perfectly by the uncomfortable acting of Bill Skarsgsård. Lily-Rose Depp also does an Immaculate job of presenting a disturbed, frightened individual, haunted by both desperation and lonliness as she attempts to escape the presence of Nosferatu. Both my friend and I were very disturbed by her moments of possession, leaving chills down our spines. Overall, if you’re looking for a beautifully haunting film with amazing acting, dialogue, pace, and very disturbing scenes, I highly recommend this film to anyone; especially a fellow horror movie lover.
