4 wild behind-the-scenes secrets that have us very excited to see Robert Eggers’ Nosferatu

As a seasoned gamer with a penchant for horror and a soft spot for immersive experiences, I can hardly contain my excitement for Robert Eggers‘ upcoming adaptation of “Nosferatu.” Having delved into the dark realms of games like “Amnesia: The Dark Descent” and “Outlast,” I appreciate directors who go above and beyond to create an authentic atmosphere.

Among this year’s highly awaited horror films, one more is yet to be released. The director behind movies such as “The Lighthouse” and “The Witch”, Robert Eggers, will soon unveil his interpretation of the 1922 German film “Nosferatu”. Titled simply “Nosferatu”, this movie is scheduled for release on Christmas Day by Focus Features.

Nosferatu is headlined by Bill Skarsgård as Count Orlok, boasting an impressive ensemble that includes Lily-Rose Depp, Emma Corrin, Nicholas Hoult, Willem Dafoe, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Ralph Ineson, Simon McBurney, and others.

I can’t wait to hit the cinemas soon and witness the fruit of Eggers’ labor on the movie he’s been working on for nearly a decade – that’s right, it’s the long-awaited adaptation of Nosferatu! With his unwavering commitment to his art, it’s no wonder that he pulled out all the stops to keep things real. And let me tell you, there are some mind-blowing tidbits about how this masterpiece was brought to life behind the scenes!

4. They used 5,000 real rats on set

In a commitment to authenticity, filmmaker Eggers disclosed to Deadline that over 5,000 live rats were utilized in the movie. This means that if you spot a rat darting across the scene or in close-up, it’s indeed a real rodent, although they eventually transitioned to computer-generated rats in the background. Eggers mentioned that these rats were highly trained, but he was unaware of their incontinence trait, resulting in quite an unpleasant odor on set.

3. Lily-Rose Depp’s physically demanding role

In some instances while viewing the film Nosferatu, there may be times when you wonder if Lily-Rose Depp is truly executing the physical stunts on screen, but director Eggers confirmed to Deadline that she performed all of them without the aid of computer-generated imagery (CGI).

During a movie Q&A session as reported by IndieWire, Eggers shared insights on Depp’s preparation for his challenging role. He mentioned that Depp collaborated with a professional from a Japanese dance theater and drew inspiration from women afflicted with hysteria in the 19th century.

From the movie descriptions, it seems that Johnny Depp’s acting in certain scenes resembles the way Linda Blair portrayed Regan in The Exorcist, a performance that reportedly led to the actress fracturing her lower spine due to the intense physical demands of the role.

2. By candlelight

Eggers’ commitment to creating a movie that truly embodies the 19th century atmosphere was so intense that he resorted to an unusual lighting method. It’s said that during filming of the Transylvanian scenes, they illuminated using hundreds of candles, as reported by Den of Geek in an exclusive piece.

“And Jarin would have hundreds of candles, and the way he would light a face would just be like, ‘Light more candles; kill these four candles; light those up.’ I remember being very hot and sweaty.”

1. Bill Skarsgård’s performance as Count Orlok

In that same Deadline interview, Eggers talks about the difficulty in crafting Count Orlok’s ominous visage for the movie. Skarsgård was said to have spent six hours in makeup to nail the look, but unfortunately, you won’t get a sneak peek before the film is released. Much like Neon did recently with Nicolas Cage’s appearance in Longlegs, Count Orlok’s appearance in this movie will remain a secret until its premiere.

However, there have been numerous suggestions and subtle hints about Skargård’s character, such as the actor himself disclosing to Esquire that it required him time to “dispel the demon” after “summoning pure evil” for his role preparation. In that interview, he also discussed how his depiction of Count Orlok is highly sexualized, exploring the “sexual fetish associated with the power of the monster” and explaining why this aspect appeals to many viewers.

Nosferatu begins playing in theaters on December 25.

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2024-11-14 01:25