The first few reactions have arrived forNosferatu, and there seems to be agreement about the horror film. FromThe WitchandThe Lighthousedirector Robert Eggers,the upcoming remake of the classic 1922 silent film reimagines the taleof the classic Transylvanian vampire. It’s one of the most highly anticipated movies this fall, with lots of award buzz for the filmmaker and cast. The film features Emma Corrin, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Bill Skarsgård, Nicholas Hoult, Willem Dafoe, Ralph Ineson, and Lily-Rose Depp.
Now,the first reviews are in forNosferatu. The results were unanimously glowing, with many critics calling it one of the best films of the year. Praise was especially granted to the performances of Depp and Skarsgård, along with several other key actors in the film. Check out some of the reactions toNosferatubelow:
Jordan RaupcalledNosferatu"Eggers' most assured work," and praised the performances of Depp and Skarsgård.
Others were excited to share their thoughts onNosferatuafter having to keep it private, including @Carlos_Film, who said they “loved Nosferatu” and its “exploration of evil as an elemental force.”
@GermainLussierechoed the praise for Depp and Skarsgård, and called the movie “a knockout” and “excellent.”
@DCrowsNestalso sang the movie’s praises, calling it “one of the most achingly beautiful films of this year.”
Some initial reviews even went beyond calling the remakeone of the best of the year, with @NextBestPicturecalling it “one of the most seductively macabre films ever made.”
Another shoutout to Depp and Skarsgård was given by @AndrewJ626, who also called out the great performance by Hoult.
@Lulamaybellethought thatNosferatuwent “HARDER than any other horror film this year.”
@griffschillercommended that the movie"surpasses the hype as Eggers delivers a wickedly sinister reimagining of the iconic legend."
Collider’sPerri Nemiroffalso thought Depp and Skarsgård were great, in addition to Hoult and Simon McBurney.
What This Means For Nosferatu
This BettersNosferatu’s Box Office Chances
While there is not yet a Rotten Tomatoes score, these initial reactions are a good sign that the film will be a huge critical success. TheNosferatucastis star-studded, and it seems like that fact really works in the horror movie’s favor. Eggers' films are already known for their great performances by actors such as Anya Taylor-Joy and Robert Pattinson, so his latest venturewill be a chance to expand on that legacy. Hopefully, this initial praise will help to build thehype enough thatNosferatuwill also have a good box office showing. It’s unclear what those expectations would be since its budget is unknown.
Our Take On What This Means For Nosferatu’s Future
Nosferatu’s Awards Potential Looks Better Now
In addition to potential box office success,Nosferatu’s early positive receptionis a good sign of the movie’s awards aptitude. It would be the first Eggers film to get such a prime release date in terms of awards season. While this already positions it for greater success, horror films have historically struggled to gain award attention, even if deserving. Between the basis of a classic story and its great early reviews,Nosferatucould break that trend as it heads into its awards season release.
Nosferatu
Cast
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.
