Nosferatu - Movie Review

[@stevemyers3082]

SpongeBob is responsible for an entire generation thinking that Count Orlok's name is Nosferatu.

[@christianbritton1362]

The sash-ringing, trash-singing, mash-flinging, flash-stringing, crash-dinging…

[@zzzzzdagod8973]

and that all he did was turn a light on

[@pastoolio9158]

​@@balsalmalberto8086 me when I lie

[@danishaiman2244]

​@@balsalmalberto8086no it's the opposite of that. Have you seen the recent Sandy Cheeks movie? My god..

[@Dharzjinion]

My favorite Episode :D

[@bigbunduru5136]

When Will Defoe said, I’ve seen things that would make sir Isaac Newton himself crawl back into his mother’s womb. That caught a few laughs in the best way possible

[@werdle92]

It was the "schnapps?" for my theater. Lol

[@robertmerrill4460]

Me and my sister died laughing at that😂

[@Itz_R41N]

There was a family with kids present for about the first 10 minutes of the screening I went to… The parents clearly clocked they weren’t meant to be in there and pretty much right as they left there was that naked lady riding the horse and the whole cinema chuckled lol. Everyone thought the same thing haha

[@hamblance5938]

For my theatre it was herr knock eating the pigeon

[@abdulk3388]

he had a few funny lines… “we need to find that lunatic of yours” 😂

[@easyegg9760]

Egger’s movies can be “slow” for a lot of people, but he’s so good at creating the worlds and giving each film a fantastic atmosphere. I feel that can be rare nowadays

[@og3dkooz1]

They're only "slow" for slow people. Wtf 😐

[@easyegg9760]

@ Well ya my point is more that some people just can’t appreciate his movies

[@alcovitch]

@@easyegg9760 A lot of people want to go and be entertained. He makes artsy fartsy movies that are odd at times and weird. It should come as no surprise general public isn't as infatuated with the man's work as some of you weirdos are.

[@easyegg9760]

@@alcovitch They can absolutely be weird which is why I acknowledged that it’s not for everyone? Not sure why you’re being hostile. Some people prefer movies that are well made rather than MCU slop and dumbed down movies

[@orange222...]

I like some atmospheric films even though that really isn't my thing and I liked the lighthouse but the witch was too much atmosphere and not enough happening otherwise.

[@Erasureeraser]

From The VVitch to The Lighthouse to The Northman to Nosferatu, Robert Eggers is one of the best filmmakers working today

[@Sly_404]

Wait I wasn’t even aware this one is directed by Eggers. That immediately puts it into the must watch category for me!

[@YourBlackLocal]

Northman was pretty disappointing tbh.

[@CheerfulFerryBoat-ug8gr]

​@@YourBlackLocalWhat? It was an awesome movie! I could feel the European pride! Watch it again! And again until you fucking love it Biatch!!!!!

[@gilded_lady]

​@@YourBlackLocalbut only because Lighthouse and The Witch were so good. It wasn't a bad movie at all, it just was too straightforward by comparison.

[@system0fadowner251]

​@@YourBlackLocal i absolutely loved the northman but its definitely his weakest in terms of consistency

[@GangstaStan010]

Them Skasgard boys been killing it

[@Rusty84CV]

No

[@userapple2343]

Yes

[@DavidMartinez-ce3lp]

They're secretly vampires

[@sharkieshablm2640]

White privilege party of 3

[@crispy_338]

Literally

[@cogdon6600]

The fact we’re getting an Extended Cut for the physical release is amazing

[@animateangus]

Hopefully with an Eggers commentary!

[@AceHole90]

There is no need for an extended version.. so dumb

[@fgjyuhf]

​@@AceHole90you loterally dont know that. They might add bits where it feels like time has passed between then and there.

[@nostoneunturned7641]

Please everyone, don't let this movie flop!

[@evenflow5491]

You sir have my vote

[@Brokenmind87]

Lame

[@epicepicenter715]

For the love of God let it flop

[@evenflow5491]

@@epicepicenter715 why do you wish for failure? Just let it succeed. Don’t embrace the hate, just let it be good my man

[@vashthestampede11]

Seeing it in theaters the day after Christmas with my two brothers

[@NASkeywest]

The fact Eggers removed “The” from “The Nosferatu.” Really shows his growth as a writer and director. 10/10 for this stunning and brave artist.

[@Charles12]

Yea he could've called it The Vampyr or smth like VVitch but he didn't

[@dawnwelden]

😂😂😂

[@Eskimofo13]

Does it? Lol I don’t think removing the letters is that revolutionary for a director.

[@IrrelephantRamblings]

@@Eskimofo13 Woosh, it went right over your head lmaooo

[@clubedanarrativa5603]

​@@Eskimofo13This never happened, it's just a joke about how this is the first Eggers film to not start with a "The"

[@RomeBernstein]

I like how, like a classic play, all of the actors are either facing the camera or on a side profile when they talk so we can always see who is talking and therefore relate to the characters more

[@Trixstien]

Fun fact: The original Nosferatu got sued for copywrite by Bram Stokers wife and she won the case. She then ordered all copies destroyed and then decades later a surviving copy was found.

[@aDogNamedHandsome]

I read that the novel had falllen into relative obscurity and the unauthorized adaptation actually raised its profile.

[@Berserk096-z6v]

So this copy made copies around the world all over again lol we are able to see this again

[@chemistryofquestionablequa6252]

That copy was found in a collection in France and was then copied and redistributed.

[@soundwavegamer2321]

@@chemistryofquestionablequa6252actually from what I read all European copies were destroyed and it just so happened that one copy was being sent to America to be copied and sent to theaters, and Stokers widow couldn’t do shit because the US at the time didn’t see it as a breach of copyright.

[@soundwavegamer2321]

Sort of, but what the judge ruled in the Stoker estate on was complete and utter bullshit considering because they ruled it on one line. “inspired by the book Dracula” with those 5 words the judge ruled it a break of copyright.

[@Kryptonite-Shadow]

Jeremy Jahns watching Nosferatu is perfect-who better to review a pale, shadowy figure lurking in the dark than a guy who films in a red-lit cave?

[@claudekaneiii2283]

This is a review? Oh crap, I thought I was watching the film.

[@TheTubeGuy1]

@@claudekaneiii2283fuck...

[@andreasvb1142]

That "never come close, not once" was 100% Dafoe lol

[@thebeard56]

@@claudekaneiii2283does this guys Jahns ever shut up?

[@_sayandas]

Lame childish humour

[@Book_Of_Essence]

Jahns, your impressions have gotten incredibly good. I'm not even lying when I say they're usually the highlight of the vids.

[@huliniswhoiam]

What kind of hipster calls him by his last name? Lol

[@brokenice9471]

@@huliniswhoiam😂

[@Book_Of_Essence]

@huliniswhoiam I call him Jahns like Riddick does Johns in Pitchblack. Somehow it fits. Lol

[@TheLindenbeat]

Been looking forward to another vampire masterpiece since Morbius

[@Axl_colts]

Morbius?? Masterpiece?? No.

[@charleshartley9597]

​@@Axl_coltsI'm pretty sure that's the joke, mate.

[@SOMMAmusic]

I`m just hoping with all my heart for a "Is Nosferating time!" scene

[@lastson5014]

Did you Morb?

[@BrazenBull91]

​@@Axl_coltsstraight over your head mate 😂

[@bgko91880]

We got Captain Jack Sparrow's daughter and bootstrap Bill Turner's son in a movie starring together

[@ndhickson3599]

Before GTA 6

[@UltimaKombat]

Best horror movie I think I’ve ever seen in theaters. I normally am not a fan of gothic horror, 19th century stories, or traditionally “slow” builds, so I didn’t expect to really like it. But honestly this couldve been 3 hours long I was so immersed I didn’t want it to end. Great scares, great acting, great pacing.

[@alizaidi2893]

The movie was hot garbage

[@janiegetyourgun]

@@alizaidi2893 thank you

[@magicman205]

Are we really not gonna mention how solid Jeremy's Willem Defoe impression was?

[@mriconoclast13]

6:10 - The Dafoe impression

[@aeonicphoenix5618]

His impression was surprisingly accurate and I thoroughly enjoyed it, no alcohol required 🚫➕🍺

[@afroahmed3989]

I think Dafoe's campy performance is intentional to give the audience some release of that tension the movie is building, cause from the way you're describing it , oh boy we damn sure gonna need that release.

[@mriconoclast13]

6:10 - The Dafoe impression

[@derek96720]

I feel like you can make the audience laugh while still respecting the seriousness of the character. Anthony Hopkins version of Van Helsing in the Dracula film comes to mind. Is character is definitely unhinged, and it makes for a few laughs, but the characters in the film are never not taking him seriously.

[@afroahmed3989]

@@derek96720 He didn't say he went full comedy , he just said his performance was campy that's all , you'll laugh to release the tension not because he's cracking jokes in a serious situation.

[@vinnyvanhoe5614]

@@afroahmed3989 yes you'll need a release from the theater due to how boring this shit was

[@KillBill808]

I didn't feel like it was intentional to be funny. It did made me think how Aaron Taylor is not cracking up with Dafoe rambling nonsense in this face. But idk Dafoe was just on his most Willem Dafoe here and they let him.

[@bobbymauro3721]

Just watched Nosferatu. It was sublime! The acting was stellar by every cast member and the sets and cinematography were amazing! It was so primal! Loved that it didn’t romanticize the vampire. It was horrific with a strong undertone of pagan occult themes. Lilly Rose Depp was incredible! Bravo!

[@carlospadilla7501]

Crazy how the original was banned for being a Dracula spinoff and now we’re on the third version😂

[@viktormuerte]

Kudos for remembering the Werner Herzog version!

[@krisj827]

​@@viktormuerteI love that version of Nosferatu

[@mettlex2621]

There's a version from 2023, too.

[@terrycullen3302]

I think you mean ripoff.

[@CerebralBadger]

4th version. Yall are forgetting Willem Dafoe.

[@unakkuveravelaille-h6u]

Robert Eggers is the best modern director who gives best classic stories.. the witch & northman are my favorite, now nosferatu.. can't wait to see this one!

[@balsalmalberto8086]

The Lighthouse has became my favorite of his. It's his first comedy. Similar to how Beau is Afraid is Aris first comedy.

[@Charlotte8591]

​@@balsalmalberto8086how is that a comedy? I love that movie but it's disturbing and scary lol 😅😅

[@MaxSoininen]

I am a huge Nolan fan and lately I have watched all Villeneuve movies and become a huge fan of him too. I loved The Northman so I think Eggers should be next on my list.

[@HaxelStranger]

Bro lighthouse is amazing too

[@MentalSurvival]

Robert Eggars is the only director who's movies I will pre-order tickets weeks in advance and not think twice about it.

[@faultyinterface]

Nicolas Holt being in another vampire movie so soon is great. Edit: Nicholas Hoult

[@DJtheBlack-RibbonedRose]

Right? Renfield last year and now Nosferatu? Good for him! I also think it's cool Bill Skarsgard got to play new versions of The Crow and Count Orlok in the same year, even if it's pretty much guaranteed that Crow '24 and Eggers' Nosferatu won't be anywhere near each other in quality. 😅

[@johntowers1213]

Willem Dafoe also played Max Schreck (a real vampire) cast as the count in the fictional tale of the making of the original 1922 movie Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror , in Shadow of the Vampire

[@patriciaarodriguez6641]

I was going to say, wasn’t he Dracula’s assistant? I like that actor.

[@ProbablyUltraman]

Playing the same character too but in a different way!

[@DJtheBlack-RibbonedRose]

@@patriciaarodriguez6641 Yep, Nicholas Hoult. He's also known for such roles as R in Warm Bodies (2013) and Hank McCoy/Beast in the X-Men franchise.

[@RakerR22]

Love that intro, didn’t expect a horror movie review to make me laugh immediately 😂

[@adamelder1610]

Saw it on Christmas Eve. Thought it was phenomenal. Loved it. Acting was solid overall. Cinematography was excellent and really helped set the stage. Orlok's voice was killer and the look was not what i expected but I liked it.

[@Truelib99Hobbes]

The movie would have been great if it wasn't for Willem Defoe's goofy performance. The man has become a parody of himself, oscillating between Liberace and Vincent Price. It's unfortunate because the overall story was spectacular, but every time Defoe appeared on the screen I was transported from Biedermeier Germany to a Vincent Price Halloween Special.

[@adamelder1610]

@Truelib99Hobbes I didn't find his performance to be any better or worse than Anthony Hopkins in Bram Stoker's Dracula. They were both a little too hammy and a little too All Knowing All Powerful Oz. But I didnt mind. I thought the weakest link was Aaron Taylor Johnson. He had two stellar scenes I can remember and so much of the rest felt like smarmy aristocrat rather than character. He wasn't bad, just didnt always feel whole.

[@jadegonemad]

Orlok really looked more like a corpse of Vlad Tepes...and I dug it

[@jadegonemad]

​@@adamelder1610I think it's on purpose to come across eccentric

[@andrewcampbell4388]

I just saw it today and it was amazing. There are literally only a few movies that I don't have an issue with something in it. The only issue I could find with this one was I remember thinking I would have liked to see some of the candles flicker more. It's impossible to be more petty than that. My point is you have to dig extremely deep to find anything wrong with it. It's fantastic. Best movie I've seen in years.

[@abhayxv76]

When he said "Vhs ain't dead" I shed a tear, oh this movie would have been perfect for it, I will always miss those big ass vhs cases.

[@DJtheBlack-RibbonedRose]

And we mustn't let DVD die at the hands of streaming either! 👏

[@DavidMartinez-ce3lp]

​@DJtheBlack-RibbonedRose agreed, I've been adding more to my DVD and even some movies to VHS movies

[@memecliparchives2254]

​@@DJtheBlack-RibbonedRoseSounds like a plot in Regular Show

[@idkanymore3382]

crying over that shows u need mental assistance

[@DJtheBlack-RibbonedRose]

@@idkanymore3382 I say this to you gently: With society's steady out-growing of physical media, it's natural to want to hold onto it, especially if you're not a big streamer. And depending on when you were born, VHS tapes are actually quite nostalgic for a lot of people, OP included, so there's no need to get snarky about it.

[@willard39]

I'm in the "all" camp. I loved The Witch and he hasn't made a misstep yet for me. Loved Northman. I still cry when Amleth rides with the Valkyrie up to Valhalla.

[@cristinag3157]

I watch The VVitch every autumn season, and I also get teary-eyed at the ending of The Northman. He's a fabulous director!!

[@abhi4ify]

I'm not crying, you are crying

[@givemedeath5801]

Me too. He hasn't made anything I haven't loved. I prefer the Gothic energy of The Witch and The Lighthouse but as an action/sword and sorcery movie, the Northman was a fantastic addition to the genre. It was one of the better action movies I've seen over the past couple of years with actual uniqueness. Can't wait for what's to come.

[@camerastooge]

I appreciate everything that went into "The Lighthouse" but just had trouble jibing with the overall product. But Witch and Northman are masterpieces and I have absolute faith that Eggers can deliver here as well.

[@SpartanManch]

I love how the Valkyrie had a grill in that movie.

[@ms-cc4ji]

I just came from an IMAX screening (perfect way to start Christmas!) and it was a magnificent film. I disagree with your view on Dafoe's role. There really is no comic element in this film, though a line or two does present as such. However, I think that's more of a fault of contextualizing things with a modern lens when Eggars stayed as true to form as possible of Victorian Germany. I highly encourage everyone to see this in theaters if possible. The mood and ambiance of this film cannot be recreated in most people's homes. And seeing Orlok's figure on the big screen is fantastically imposing and equally foreboding. Cinematography is the true gem of this film, as so many scenes are gorgeously framed and executed. The final shot in particular is outstanding. And you did make the great point that there are a lot of lengthy shots that showcase the powerhouse acting (while also showcasing the amazing attention to detail). Solid 9/10 film. 8/10 at the absolute worst. Must watch for horror fans. Absolute watch for cinema fans.

[@Trindividual]

even my mom said it was more of a kids movie 😂

[@GalacticoBernabeu]

I agree about the non existing comic element. Just saw the movie one hour ago here in sweden. And it was some people laughing now and then wich for me ruins the experience a little. Most people probably dont know what kind of movie "Eggers" movies are and expect a classic horror/slasher. And then get surprised and bored and think some scenes that are deep or special feel stupid. So their lack of understanding a scene makes it funny instead. In the final shot of the movie a woman started laughing... I mean wtf... Go and watch a comedy instead. But amazing movie, as expected 😁

[@iancampbell5493]

“My good fellow, why would you do that?” after the pigeon part absolutely cracked me up.

[@ImDumbSry]

So happy to hear the good news, this has been my most anticipated watch since I saw the reveal

[@og3dkooz1]

Anyone who doubts Eggers is either egotistical or an absolute idiot. The guy has knocked out 4 modern classics. 😅wth

[@LolaYod]

Will we honestly not note how good Jeremy's impression of Willem Defoe was?

[@ashiihideeshchiinii6158]

😂 Legend Of Chun Li. Charlie Nash line.😅

[@BUDDYCB4]

I’ve always said Jeremy would make a great actor

[@Gobbostopper]

Honestly it caught me off gaurd with how good it was

[@robertfaulkner1824]

That’s the only thing I felt compelled to comment on

[@bironjames9948]

Love when him n Tyrone magnus do voices lol

[@FiftyLibros]

I’ve been a teacher for 24 years and I have to say the way you deliver your commentary is masterful. It is a rare gift to be able to communicate I like you do. I say a gift, but you have clearly been honing your craft for a long time. Anyway, sounds like a great movie. Thank you!

[@lolah3838]

😅 I was just thinking omg can I even watch 8 minutes of this guy and his hand gestures and his face.

[@og3dkooz1]

No wonder the education system sucks 😮‍💨 Unless you're an elementary teacher, then, yes, Jeremy is alright.

[@Family_Balance]

It's called editing...

[@robofistsrevenge3288]

Impeccable Dafoe impression.

[@Street.Hermit]

“do you know how much I had to sacrifice for this!!”

[@Tragich3ro]

It really was though 😂😂😂

[@mriconoclast13]

6:10 - The Dafoe impression

[@mostlydead3261]

:farts:

[@CyranoForever101]

Y'all he's literally quoting Chris Klein from that awful Chun-Li movie

[@SirShadeyy]

Eggers is solidifying himself as one of the best directors out there today

[@ijclnl48]

I LOVE that this parallels with Bram Stokers Dracula. My all time favorite horror film. I CAN NOT WAIT to see this!!!!!

[@og3dkooz1]

Well....duh.

[@Call555JackChop]

Good to see Bill rebound after The Crow

[@tinabeckel950]

This is insanity. Bill isn’t rebounding from anything. His performance in the Crow was top shelf just like all of his performances.

[@TheRealest127]

I thought the Crow was FIRE 🔥 took a minute to kick into gear but the last half hour was worth the whole movie!

[@Lok-TM]

​@@tinabeckel950a good performance can't save a terrible movie.

[@QuantumFeldspar]

@@tinabeckel950 Just a bot account, they say things to say things

[@darkoale3299]

@@TheRealest127 lol

[@KODIAK-ij4yg]

24 years ago He played in "Shadow Of A Vampire," and it is and always will be a Classic!!!

[@vespenegas261]

He ate a camera man

[@balsalmalberto8086]

That is a comedy movie and you can't tell me any different.

[@filthycasual8187]

@@balsalmalberto8086 You're not wrong. It's a dark comedy.

[@alcovitch]

Way more entertaining movie than this self indulging artsy fartsy film.

[@intelligencecycle3523]

Robert Eggers delivers his most jarring hulking yet eerie ambitious, atmospheric film to date with mesmerizing haunting chilling performances from the main lead cast alongside a great supporting cast left the theaters with questions, wondering what'll happen next. Signs of a great piece of poetic art. As someone who's familiar with the source material from the Old 50 year adaptation and 1992 bram stokers Dracula this exceeded my expectations. 4.5/5

[@Crow0fEarth]

Robert Eggers is a lot like Del Toro I will watch anything he does, And most actors will sign up for any project they do.

[@morganbrown392]

I’d love them to do something along the lines of Grindhouse. 2 directors, 2 movies, 1 price. Maybe an intermission.

[@mikejames-q5j]

del toro needs to make another hellboy

[@carpediem6431]

He does such a great job of mood and characters.

[@_JellyWalker]

@@morganbrown392 They could make one heck of a Bloodborne adaptation together.

[@chiefluke210]

What a lovely family friendly Christmas movie!

[@TibiConstantine]

Talking about Terrifier 3? :))

[@seanraines5871]

Right? These are my kind of Christmas movies all that family stuff is a whole bunch of no thanks. Unless I'm watching with someone else but alone I'd rather be reminded of the darkside 😂

[@joshmontemayor1212]

The movie's rated R.

[@Us3r739]

@@joshmontemayor1212it’s a joke squidward

[@34LOLWTF]

​@@joshmontemayor1212Can we normalize not ruining obvious jokes?

[@Elijahjohn-p6j]

Thank you so much, Jeremy! I watched it on New Year’s Day in the UK, and I found it a bit overwhelming. However, I need to see it again. One thing I must mention is the stunning cinematography-the shots are beautiful, and the use of color and lighting is remarkable. 🎉😂

[@MitchJohnson0110]

I'm so happy you say that Count Orlok is an embodiment of evil in this film. The original Dracula is one of my favorite horror novels, and my biggest complaint with ALL adaptations is how they always attempt to humanize, sympathize, or romanticize Dracula. In the original source material it is VERY clear that he is an unholy, inhuman monster. His human appearance is nothing more than a method of tricking and manipulating his victims, or to better blend in with human society. It is not his true form. I'm glad this film goes back to the original concept of a vampire. Though I should expect nothing less of Robert Eggers. He is an absolute master when it comes to period pieces, authenticity, and attention to detail.

[@Kryptonian4449]

Jeremy Jahns has the best hair in the movie review industry.

[@sizznishi3197]

Like dr strange's hair but better

[@Desmond9100]

Decker Shado??

[@kenyonferguson1243]

Yeah I’m bald and punching hair I mean air

[@scruggs108]

The Mr.Fantastic white temples coming in doesn't hurt either. Man looks dapper.

[@hitmanmonaghan6633]

@@Desmond9100came here to post this.

[@blondieroxyoursockz]

This was an amazing movie! I was getting tired of seeing romantic vampire movies with horror elements and was happy to finally see a recent vampire movie that takes its story and characters literally back to the roots of the Count. I LOVED the dark vibes. I could watch it a million times and will 100% be buying it. The way the scenes are perfectly lit and shot so that the darkness is everywhere but you can still make out exactly whats happening and the DETAIL OMG PERFECT GOTHIC HORROR MOVIE

[@tehprimelime1063]

i love that shot in the trailer with the giant hand shadow going over the city. Delighted you liked it! Hope to give it a watch soon.

[@jessehcreative]

Instant flashbacks to the end of Paper Mario 2

[@JonathanRodriguez-nz9nw]

It is what sold me on the faithfulness to the original

[@brettcoster4781]

It's straight out of Murnau's Faust (1926), another great movie. It shows that Eggers cares about the legacy.

[@jamesstewart8377]

I haven’t been this excited for a film in a very long time. Kudos to Robert Eggers for giving me that feeling again, and I imagine countless others as well.

[@kirkhensley5870]

The images you get of this Nosferatu aren't a repeat of the previously known ones you've experienced because this one follows the on speck description of Dracula. In the novel, he has a "heavy mustache" and wears a dark brown overcoat. It is a bold, daring, and original approach that makes the price of the ticket worthwhile. Many so far have been impressed, but as a fan of the 400-page book, and after reading it twice, this was done absolutely right. Yes, this deviates from the novel because it's _Nosferatu,_ but it's oddly faithful to the source material. 10/10.

[@DJtheBlack-RibbonedRose]

I've been waiting for this movie for seven years, ever since I first read about Eggers' initial intentions to remake Nosferatu as his then-second film back in 2017. SO excited to see it finally come to fruition! 🦇

[@nibblenibs7519]

I am absolutely not a horror fan but Eggers has me hook line and sinker on every film he makes. Cheers J can't wait to see this

[@charleshartley9597]

Same here. The VVitch gave me serious heeby-jeebies (the walking goat, man… just, nah) and as a fantasy RPG nerd, the Northman was amazing, so I might have to go experience this in the theatre and tell Hollywood "good films or good remakes get dollars" not the crap they keep trying to throw at us.

[@nibblenibs7519]

Yeah for me it was the baby guts on the stick in the witch, genuinely sent me

[@mariesabine2385]

Same!! The Witch was great, The Lighthouse was even better, and Nosferatu looks iconic. I’m pumped!

[@noahrobinson5952]

I do think the humor in Dafoe's performance was intentional because Van Helsing in the Dracula book always brought humor and light heartedness to every scene he was in.

[@MsDinoGal]

I grew up watching Count Dracula starring Louis Jourdan. My parents liked it because it was closest to the book, which they read every Halloween. When I read Dracula to my husband recently, he was surprised by how gripping and suspenseful it was. I highly recommend everyone read the book at least once!

[@corinna007]

Agreed! The original book is surprisingly good. That scene of Lucy and her mother in the house especially stood out to me with how unsettling and creepy it is.

[@amandajean7738]

Lol I've read it every summer.

[@Dinvadbhatmarathi98]

Is that the BBC version does it have a scene with Dracula's brides and a baby in a pram ?

[@freddrew5503]

@@Dinvadbhatmarathi98 Yes, it is the first BBC version from 1977. It does indeed have scenes with Dracula's brides (two scenes, actually). When we first see them in the castle with Jonathan, Dracula arrives with the baby in a carpetbag instead of a pram.

[@Dinvadbhatmarathi98]

@freddrew5503 my older sister mentioned that scene and also Louis Jordon the villain from octopussy , she said it frightened her especially that scene , thank you for the confirmation God bless you

[@danielsperanza6754]

I think this is the first movie I plan on seeing in theaters in the last 6 months. Glad it does not suck.

[@nosuchthing8]

Who wants to see a vampire movie that does not suck??

[@ericpaul698]

Word is, there actually is a lot of sucking

[@jaywysard]

Eggers has a knack for making movies where a character makes a some super memorable quote delivered in a powerful way. In "The Witch", it was, "Dost thou wish to live deliciously?" In "The LIghthouse", it's Defoe's long dark and flowery monologue about the sea and Neptune and so on. For me, in "Nosferatu" it's, "You WILL address me as lord as my bloodline demands."

[@philadams3764]

Favorite Vampire movie for me is 30 days of night. Love the set up and isolation, where there is nowhere to run.

[@debbiebrantley61]

That was a great movie

[@cronoluminara6911]

Let me in was good too

[@skepticalbadger]

Incredible ending as well.

[@EquineDreams3]

I cried at the end of 30DoN. That was heartbreaking.

[@brianmeen2158]

@@cronoluminara6911let Me in was great but the ending was a bit disappointing

[@bennygerow]

I will forever see everything that Robert Eggars makes.

[@lysandros765]

That would take two immortals, one is already difficult to come by.

[@bautispidey8864]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="438">7:18</a> I feel like people sometimes forget that Bram Stoker's Dracula was made by Bram Stoker and not Francis Ford Coppola. I'm gonna preface real quick, this comment is mostly a nitpick, but I feel like you should've said "the movie adaptation of Bram Stoker's Dracula", cause I did not get that "mainly romance with a dash of horror" aspect that you mention while reading it. I understand that point while referring to the movie, but it kinda feels like you're talking about the original story instead of the film. Again, I don't mean any bad with this, I'm just thinking out loud here and putting my opinion on display for anyone who cares (no one)

[@theprowler18]

Yeah, it can be annoying to make that distinction. As that element was really introduced from the Universal adaptation and was really developed over the course of decades through multiple adaptations (I believe it really become more prominent with Frank Langella's film adaptation really and was popularized for modern audiences via Coppola's adaptation, which remains the closet we've gotten to a proper book adaptation even today).

[@keithdrummond1003]

My favorite movie reviewer, covering my most anticipated movie.

[@sarawilliams5464]

Jeremy - I adore your reviews! I am a HUGE Robert Eggers fan! And I fall into his 'Earlier Works' fan club...Though, I enjoyed the Northman too! But, I am SO stoked to see this movie now! If I could think of a movie for Eggers to re-make...It would have to be one of the almost untouchable greats in the Horror genre...Like The Exorcist or The Shining! xoxo

[@SaltyZera]

This has me hopeful for more vampire faithful adaptations. Both Nosferatu and Last Voyage of the Demeter were extremely well shot, directed, acted and it gives you hope that at least one particular subgenre has come back to "life" in the hollywood world. Now if every other subgenre, genre can get itself course corrected, we'd be in good shape.

[@beastlymarek]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="71">1:11</a> thank god, I’m so excited for this movie, I hate most Dracula adaptations cause they all have him fall in love with Mina, it totally ruins the character for me, I’m very hyped for this

[@Tomy_Yon]

She does kind of seduces him...

[@joshuakim5240]

Those adaptations also always make Van Helsing into some broody edgelord when in the book he's actually a silly dude who only becomes dead serious when hunting vampires.

[@beastlymarek]

That too

[@Gadget-Walkmen]

I would still say that Francis’s Dracula movie is still a good movie and the love story between Mina and Dracula is overall decent and well done enough for it to be acceptable! It’s not entirely worthy of scorn.

[@beastlymarek]

Dracula is supposed to be the personification of evil, the devil himself. Having him fall in love with someone totally ruins that

[@TchHry]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="471">7:51</a> Forget VHS... BETAMAX FOREVER!

[@richardotero6724]

Your comment had me laughing out loud!! I remember Betamax! Thanks for the laugh and the memories!😂🤣😂🤣

[@stewhv94]

Just get back from the theater. Saw it last night too and will undoubtedly watch it a few more times. Easily my favorite adaptation of the Dracula story so far. Really can’t think of any major criticisms off the top of my head. Loved how Orlok looked, never thought it was too slow or boring at any point. I think I could’ve used a bit more form the soundtrack, but altogether this is my second favorite film of ‘24 just narrowly behind Dune Part 2.

[@coachrd22]

Abigail, A Quiet Place Day One, Alien Romulus, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, Heretic, Late Night with the Devil, Longlegs, MadS, Oddity, Smile 2, Speak No Evil, Strange Darling, Terrifier 3, The First Omen, The Substance, etc. A pretty good year for horror films. 👻

[@JAFTW]

Not really, no one will remember those movies in 5 years cause Hollywood is creatively bankrupt.

[@nick-elodeon9919]

Woop WOOP! Long live 2024 Horror! And not gonna lie, this year might give 2022 Horror a run for their money.

[@gg.6967]

Yes folks the mindset has gone to literary mush.🤮

[@coachrd22]

@@nick-elodeon9919 2022? Let's see... Barbarian, Nope, Pearl, Prey, Scream, Smile, Terrifier 2, The Black Phone, The Menu, X???

[@Soldier_Sean]

Predictive programming for whats about to come irl

[@ProtoNecron]

Thanks Jeremy, i really wanted to know if they nailed it with this movie, and they did.

[@leikac.8286]

Just saw it yesterday (Sunday, 29 Dec)! It was excellent. I agree with a lot of your points, especially the fact that LRD did an AMAZING job as Ellen. I wasn't super familiar with her work before this (I'd only seen bits and pieces of The Idol via TikTok clips), so trust me when I say I was very blown away by her performance in this! As for my favorite vampire movie: it's Blade. 😎

[@jonathanlemmon9597]

The unofficial prequel to Renfield looks amazing!

[@dbugatto]

Great review , surprised you didn't mention Herzog's Nosferatu the Vampyre from 1979 , likely a more comparable iteration than the Coppola film .

[@GarmrsBarking]

or the fact that Willem Dafoe played Max Schreck/Count Orlock in Shadow of the Vampire ...

[@dbugatto]

@@GarmrsBarking true!

[@pressrepeat2000]

@@GarmrsBarkingGreat catch! That was a good movie.

[@excusetheblood]

That is my favorite vampire movie

[@assumptaai]

Herzog's Nosferatu is hysterically funny cos Kinski really pushes the campness, so maybe the balance of humour+ horror is different here

[@bestlexluthor7596]

I’m not a horror guy but I thought this was amazing. It’s so captivating . My expectations were it was gonna be a redo of Bram Stoker’s but .. wow. Beautiful movie to look at . The sound , the acting . I was thrown by Dafoe at first but ten you kinda get used to it.

[@2403rygar]

The significance of time is the passage of time. <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="408">6:48</a>

[@AverageJoe483]

Kamala would be proud

[@sic_six_icks]

Hahahah😂

[@jamesgarbett4331]

new jeremy, what a day, what a GLORIOUS day

[@li32150]

What a WONDERFUL day!

[@jamsbasketball9676]

Could Fury Road reference since Nicholas Holt plays the guy that says "What a lovely day!" In that movie

[@azufelll]

Got me good with that Faramir impression... "A chance for the actors to show their quality" nice one!

[@stellaVista]

I just wished that every review for Nosferatu 2024 would not forget that the amazing remake from 1979 exists. Werner Herzog directing, Klaus Kinski chewing the scenery as usual and a young Isabel Adjani being beautiful "to die for".

[@mattparks2153]

That was an excellent Willem Dafoe impression. Wonderful Review as always.

[@BlueBomberTalker]

I feel like one of the few who wasn’t a giant fan of this one, being that beam stoker’s Dracula is in my top ten favorite films of all time, this movie really just feels like a retelling compared to a new standalone movie. The suspense and horror was taken out of it because I knew exactly what was going to happen next. Personality wise every character was the same as the 1992 film. Aaron Taylor Johnson’s characters was extremely similar to Cary elwes portrayal, even the brand of humor that dafoe emits is the same comedic element that made Anthony Hopkins Van helsing unique. The only element I found different was the relationship between depp and hoult. Otherwise any emotional draw was gone for me because it was almost the same as the other film. Maybe I should watch it again. Oh and why did ever have English accents when they were all supposed to be German? Lol

[@nickk8269]

Gonna come back to this review around Christmas to read everyone’s reviews! The community you build in the comments is something I love about your channel .

[@bigkmoviesandgames]

I would hope that this movie delivers. I do enjoy the original and even the 70s version.

[@aettic]

Just got home from seeing Nosferatu. I have not seen the original, and have not read Dracula, but I'm familiar with the gist of the Dracula stories / motifs because of pop culture. I love horror movies, and I really like Robert Eggers' films (though I haven't seen The Northman). I didn't know anything about this movie going in (including who the director was, who was in it, etc.) I saw one trailer back during the summer or fall and immediately knew I'd go see it, so I just didn't worry about learning anything more. I think this might be my favorite movie of 2024 - caveat, I'm a gothic horror fan, a fan of romanticism, and a fan of supernatural horror (always love a reference to Agrippa and ritual mysticism). I think they did so many things right with this movie: from the atmosphere to the performances to the style to the sound design, and writing, etc. The only thing that stuck out as a little odd to me was the acting performances of the two kids. But uh, they're children, so you know, not everyone can be amazing. Funny enough, the kids in The Witch did a wonderful job, but they were also MUCH more central roles, whereas in Nosferatu they're very minor, so it didn't detract from the real spectacle of the film: The dramatic interplay between the two married couples, the doctor and the professor, and Knock to some degree, *as well as* the way Orlok's presence permeates every inch of this film, even when he's not on screen: The curtains shot near the beginning; the rats and dogs, the shadow of the hand stretching across the village... it's all just so well done. But when he IS on screen, boy howdy, watch the fuck out. Phenomenal film. If you like horror, and especially if you're a fan of classical / gothic horror / romantic horror, you absolutely need to watch this film.

[@rienjen]

This sounds right up my alley. The first time I saw The VVitch, I was disappointed, but I think because I had my expectations in a different place. When I watched it again, I realized it's a really cool horror/history piece, with realistic 1600s dialogue--very special in that sense. I'll have to take a look at this one.

[@seanspreckelsen3496]

This movie is one of those strange ones that gets immense general public praise while not deserving it. The pacing was among the worst in movies in 2024, the acting was laughable at times, there was essentially zero character development. The cinematography was amazing, as it always is with eggers, but it was an average movie at best. For anyone new to eggers, I'd tell you that the witch, the lighthouse, and the northman are all extraordinary. You can truly skip nosferatu. I've never agreed with people who think his movies are slow or boring, but I do with this one. One of the only movies of the year where I almost left the theatre out of boredom. Looking for good horror in 2024, go check out the substance, I saw the TV glow, vhs beyond, smile 2, etc. If you specifically want a Gothic vampire film done right, you'd want interview with the vampire (still the peak of a very specific genre)

[@nowlan2]

Northman was bad too

[@iamhereblossom1588]

Thank you. I don’t get it. It was so meh and strange. The character motivations and dialogue did not seem realistic. I understand that the actors did the best they could with the script but it was so forgettable.

[@Tunnelvision705]

Took my mom to see it this morning, she loves vampire movies. We both loved it.

[@adamcrann8116]

In my opinion, Count Orlok's looks have some inspiration from Vlad the Impaler.

[@JohnGoetzGaming]

I subbed to you after the Matt Walsh drama (not even a fan of him outside of his films). Saw some of your stuff over the years like TLOU2 review, but now a consistent watcher because you seem to be the last of the old guard that didn't sell out. Cheers, Jeremy and great review I'll check this film out in theaters! 🍻

[@teenageapocalypseusa5368]

Yep - unlike Shillman

[@LuisSierra42]

Jeremy is definitely not a stuck man

[@nolancho]

Chris Cuckman

[@wraithhe]

Definitely

[@makatron]

​@@teenageapocalypseusa5368 even Dan Murrell refused to review Matt Walsh movie, no balls.

[@paulklenknyc]

Remember, Nosferatu was a stolen version - an unauthorized ripoff - of Dracula, and Stoker's widow successfully sued in court to have it pulled and the copies destroyed. We're lucky we have any prints of it. So yes, it mirrors the book faithfully and Coppola's version will echo in this story.

[@el_covfefe]

I'm glad they went the classic route (for the most part) keep the monster in shadow. Also in comparison to Bram Stoker this felt more streamlined. There's no multiple forms, he's not handsome, he's not a animal, he's just Nosferato! And with Holtz character he's not being toyed with like Keanu's character was, he's just being straight tortured.

[@jurassicpark1fan920]

I'm personally a fan of gothic vampire films so I'll probably like this adaptation of Nosferatu. It doesn't bother me whether they are fast-paced or slow-paced. Dracula in the book had a mustache so I'm glad this film incorporated it. The 1992 film Bram Stoker's Dracula should have been called Francis Ford Coppola's Dracula. It's a very unashamedly indulgent film. That film is the second most faithful adaptation of the novel, while still deviating from the novel in big ways. The prologue origin story, portraying Dracula to be a sympathetic vampire, and most importantly the Dracula/Mina romance were all added for the 1992 film adaptation. The most faithful adaptation is the British made-for-television film Count Dracula which was released in 1977.

[@brigettekorenek8135]

I’m so worried I will be disappointed. I’ve loved original Nosferatu for so long and hardly anyone I know likes it :( It’s just such an engaging experience.

[@sv-xi6oq]

I hope you enjoy it, but don’t get your hopes up. My brother and I, who’ve loved all of Robert Eggers’ films, thought this was his weakest one yet.

[@manasvenraina351]

Just saw it, its very very good. And bill skarsgard is truly unrecognisable

[@Shadow.24-c8h]

I agree

[@junkyardphoenix]

Great review! I was waiting for you to mention that Willem Dafoe played Nosferatu/Max Schreck in 2000's brilliant meta-treatment of the OG film, "Shadow of the Vampire", with John Malkovich. Legend.

[@DericMyersYT]

My favorite vampire movie is the first remake of Nosferatu from 1979. So far that remake and the remake with Doug Jones that finally got released a few months ago have been solid. I’m looking forward to this one.

[@excusetheblood]

That’s my favorite too. Klaus’ performance with Herzog’s direction is a legendary combo. The “last supper” scene from that movie is the most beautiful and striking moment in cinema I have ever seen

[@Zaft_K]

Every frame of Herzog's movie is art. Like a series of Carravaggio paintings.

[@kvol1668]

I agree that the best way to spead Christmas cheer is to enjoy the death, destruction, and madness brought on by evil incarnate. Merry Christmas everybody. 😊

[@kurtoogle4576]

I loved it and immediately went on a behind-the-scenes bender. The amount of effort put into everything - writing, acting, shots, etc. - it is all exceptional!

[@ChurchAtNight]

Was NOT expecting zombie Ned Flanders as the villain.

[@JohnnyNada]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@IgnacioHernandez-h2t]

It's supposed to look like Vlad The Impaler, the inspiration for Dracula himself.

[@jb2einziger]

@<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="301">5:01</a> What’s a sprocket bob ?? 😂

[@moony4566]

Well, I could be wrong, but I believe it's an old old wooden ship that was used during the civil war era.

[@jb2einziger]

@ ahh ok thanks for that, I didn’t know 👍

[@TheBertLocker]

@@jb2einzigerwhat it really is, is the slight shake a film image has because the film is passed through mechanical gears as it is pulled through the camera/projector. The holes on a strip of film are called sprockets.

[@jb2einziger]

@ ahh ok that sounds awesome attention to detail then ! Shows how much effort Robert Eggers puts into his research and planning 👍 thanks for that

[@albinocyclopse9952]

What they call SpongeBob over in england.

[@OrangePopAndBirthdayCake]

Bravo o ye expounder of all things journalistically cineaste - almost 9mins of waxing personable, yet nary a mention of the 1979 *Herzog/Kinski Nosferatu* let alone ersatz, 'sequel' Vampire In Venice. Were glad ur ON IT, JJ 👍🏼🎬©️🎥👅

[@mightymurph550]

I am super excited for this movie. I feel like a grey scale version could be included upon release

[@charleshartley9597]

Oh, you know what, that is a brilliant idea! I'll bet it would be amazing to see in "Black & White" as well.

[@davidcarbee8720]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="345">5:45</a> “You know, I’m somewhat of a scientist myself” Thought for sure that was going to be mentioned.

[@GarmrsBarking]

or "you know, I'm somewhat of a Nosferatu myself" (watch Shadow of the Vampire)

[@form__rain3800]

The Williem Dafoe impression was spot on 😭😭😭

[@pizzajeanz4410]

There was a good movie in there somewhere but the delivery was the problem. Muddled story, at times incoherent dialogue, and some campy scenes really ruined it.

[@jackmcfarlane7173]

Rob Eggers is the only director working today (besides maybe Villeneuve) that consistently gets me hyped whenever his name is on a project.

[@oscard9643]

Ah... I didn't exactly knew how to put it, but yes: demonic possession. The thing is that this version of Dracula (well, Orlok) is, from what I know (I Iive in Transylvania and I did some research), well, this version of a vampire is the absolute closest to the actual myths FROM Transylvania. I have seen some vampire movies, original Nosferatu and Dracula (1992) among them, but this Orlok managed to make me think twice before closing my eyes at night. If this movie managed to do that to me, it means it is not bad at all. Regards from Alba, Transylvania (RO)

[@lynnglidewell7367]

I seen this film day after Christmas. My recommendation is don't bother. Watch the old made for TV movie Salem's Lot instead. Far far far superior this. The only redeeming about this film is a very good performance from the lead Actress but the story is a big Zero. It reminds me of the old film The Shinning in which Jack Nicholson gave a revetting performance in a film that sucked. That's along the same lines of what you get in film too. If you're a fan of time period costumes you may be pleased on that level. If story is your chief interest stay home and stream old episodes of the 60s soap opera Dark Shadows. You'll be much more rewarded doing so.

[@aqueminiature]

I don’t really get the argument for The Northman sacrificing anything to appeal to more people, other than the marketing. A regular person would not jump at that movie imo