Nosferatu, directed by Robert Eggers, reimagines the 1922 horror classic by F.W. Murnau. Starring Bill Skarsgård as the eerie Count Orlok, alongside Lily-Rose Depp and Nicholas Hoult, the film hit theaters on Christmas Day. The story follows a gothic obsession between Ellen Hutter (Depp) and the menacing vampire, sparking terror in their wake. This modern take draws inspiration from Henrik Galeen’s original script and Bram Stoker’s Dracula.
Critical Reception
Nosferatu has garnered an impressive 86% “fresh” rating on Rotten Tomatoes from 180 reviews. The Rotten Tomatoes Critics Consensus praises Eggers’ direction, describing the film as “a behemoth of a horror film that is equal parts repulsive and seductive.” Additionally, the movie holds an 81% “fresh” score on the site’s Popcornmeter.
Mixed Reviews
While many critics laud Nosferatu for its atmospheric depth, some voices express reservations. Richard Brody of The New Yorker and Richard Lawson of Vanity Fair rated the film “rotten,” citing its slow pace and lack of scares. Katie Walsh from the Tribune News Service echoed similar sentiments, finding the remake overly faithful and dull. Despite mixed individual reviews, Nosferatu remains a significant addition to the Gothic horror genre, captivating a broad spectrum of audiences.