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Robert Eggers teases 'Nosferatu' extended cut: 'More Willem Dafoe'


Published on 2025-01-21 22:44:19 - Yahoo
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  • There's more of Nosferatu for fans to sink their teeth into now that the surprise box-office hit has scored a home media release. On Tuesday, Focus Features announced that an extended edition of Robert Eggers' Gothic horror success is now available for rental or purchase at digital providers like Amazon ahead of the film's physical

Robert Eggers, the director behind "The Witch" and "The Lighthouse," has provided an update on his upcoming film "Nosferatu," revealing that it will be his longest movie to date. In an interview with Empire Magazine, Eggers mentioned that the film, which stars Bill Skarsgård as the iconic vampire Count Orlok, has been extended due to the inclusion of additional scenes. He expressed his excitement about the project, noting that the film's length is justified by the depth of the story and the character development. "Nosferatu" is a reimagining of F.W. Murnau's 1922 silent horror classic, and Eggers has promised a blend of gothic horror with his signature meticulous attention to historical detail. The film also features a notable cast including Nicholas Hoult, Lily-Rose Depp, and Willem Dafoe, and is set to explore themes of obsession and terror in a visually rich, atmospheric setting.

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