Robert Eggers’Nosferatuwas one of the most critically acclaimed and financially successful horror movies of 2024.
However, it wasBill Skarsgard’s take on Count Orlok that ultimately became the film’s best aspect.
Luckily,it pays off beautifully.
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However, the most memorable physical quality ofSkarsgard’s Orlok is his mustache.
Ironically, this choice goes a long way to making him even more terrifying.
On the other hand,Skarsgard’s Orlok looks more like an animated corpse.
In Nosferatu, a reclusive vampire’s presence disrupts a small European village, drawing an unsuspecting young couple into a battle against an ancient evil. As fear spreads, the villagers must confront the terrifying legend and their own beliefs, leading to suspenseful confrontations and chilling revelations.
It’s such a fascinating dichotomy that makes this version of Orlok far more striking and terrifying.
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The bond is mainly spiritual but also surprisingly physical; theydesire each other without fully understanding why.
Horror as a genre usually lends itself tostories of obsession and desire, andNosferatuis the perfect example.
The audience might find itself both fearing Skarsgard’s Orlok and being strangely drawn to him.
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Arguably, human nature compels us to danger, andNosferatuproves it.
Whether Ellen feels genuine affection for Orlok is beyond the point.
Nosferatuisn’t shy about all these parallels with real-life situations,making Orlok an even more sinister figure.
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