The 1922 silent movie byF.
Like all great stories, it has begat many remakes.
Up until this year, the most famous follow-up wasWerner Herzog’s 1972 version starringKlaus Kinskias Nosferatu.
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Just a few months ago in October,David Lee FishersNosferatuwas released.
After 10 years in development,Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horrorwas finally released on October 18.
Orlok brings along a trail of mysterious deaths to the German town.
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Though the new film includes added dialogue, it incorporates the scenic elements and background images from the original.
But this is not the actors first time playing a blood-sucking vampire.
As always, Jones masterfully combines physical acting with prosthetics and practical effects.
Under all the heavy makeup, his physicality shines through, even evoking parts ofMax Schrecks original performance.
His upcoming movie, ‘Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror’ also debuts on Apple TV+ October 18.
The passion for this project doesnt stop with Jones.
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Its more about revisiting something great.There is no doubt passion and admiration in every scene of this film.
The dialogue and the low-budget green screen feel a bit jarring at times.
Besides Jones performance, the rest of the acting is underwhelming.
Their attempts to mimic themelodramatic style of silent era cinemadont always work.
Emrhys Cooper as Thomas Hutter, in particular, is hard to relate to or feel any sympathy for.
David Lee Fishers homage to F. W. Murnau works as a modern tribute but struggles to make something fresh.
From early glimpses ofRobert EggersNosferatu, it feels like landing better and resonating more with audiences.
Nosferatuis available to rent on Amazon in the U.S.
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