Robert Eggers‘ upcoming film Nosferatu is one of the most anticipated films of 2024. The upcoming remake of the 1922 film, an unofficial adaptation of Bram Stoker’s Dracula, made quite an impression on another acclaimed horror director. Fede Álvarez, who recently released the well-received Alien: Romulus, has proclaimed that Nosferatu is his “favorite horror movie of the year.”
Álvarez’s high praise is just one of several positive reviews from those who got the pleasure of seeing the film in early showings. All the positive reviews point to the remake of the horror classic turning out to be one of the best films of this year. Many fans are suggesting the film will also be recognized at several awards ceremonies in the coming year. The film does have quite big shoes to fill, but so far it seems to be exceeding audience expectations.
Fellow horror director Álvarez is willing to place the Gothic horror film above his own Alien movie, which earned an outstanding 80% score on Rotten Tomatoes and an 85% audience score. Horror fans should be excited to watch the film after all the glowing and accredited praise. With Álvarez’s stamp of approval, Eggers’ film is set to be a horror hit. Check out Álvarez’s post below.
Eggers’ Pristine Portfolio Would Impress Any Great Horror Creator
When a filmmaker’s directorial debut is now a horror movie staple, it’s safe to say that they have an impressive portfolio. With hits like The Witch, which propelled the career of modern movie star Anya Taylor-Joy, and The Lighthouse under his belt, Eggers has earned his reputation as a horror master. Remaking a classic like Nosferatu is right up the Gothic horror director’s alley, falling in line with his signature dark visuals and emulation of old black-and-white horror films.
While remakes of old films have recently plagued Hollywood, Eggers seems to be not only paying homage to the original film but also adds his own perspective to the classic story that has been retold countless times. Classic stories are classic for a reason. People want to hear the story over and over again, but with a modern twist that makes it hit even closer to home.
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Nosferatu First Reactions Tease One of the Best Horror Movies of the Year
According to early reactions, Nosferatu is “a perfect remake.”
With Eggers track record and the hype surrounding his upcoming film, Nosferatu is shaping up to be a modern classic. Even the production team, including Chris Columbus, gives credit to the film’s quality. Columbus even helped support Eggers decision to build most of the sets for the movie, which in an age of green and blue screens should excite viewers. The remake’s cast features a star-studded line-up including Bill Skarsgârd, Willem Dafoe, Emma Corrin, Lily-Rose Depp, and Nicholas Hoult. Audiences can see the film that has already impressed so many on December 25.
Nosferatu is a remake of the 1922 silent film of the same name from director F. W. Murnau. Robert Eggers is crafting his own version of the story for the reboot as writer and director, with Bill Skarsgård stepping into the shoes of Count Orlok. Nosferatu tells the tale of a young woman who falls victim to a vampire utterly infatuated with her.
- Release Date
- December 25, 2024
- Runtime
- 132 Minutes
- Main Genre
- Horror
- Studio(s)
- Regency Enterprises , 1492 Pictures
- Distributor(s)
- Focus Features , Universal Pictures
- Character(s)
- Count Orlok , Ellen Hutter , Thomas Hutter , Professor Albin Eberhart Von Franz , Friedrich Harding , Anna Harding , Knock , Dr. Wilhelm Sievers , Dockhand , Head Nurse