Movie Notes: Nosferatu (1922)
Creepy, dark and simple, Nosferatu is not your typical horror.
Loosely based on Bram Stoker's classic novel Dracula, Nosferatu tells the Horror story of Thomas Hutter (Gsutav Von Wangenheim) and his wife Ellen (Greta Schroder) and the evil entity that lurks in the shadows.
Thomas came upon Count Orlok (Max Schreck) when his employer Knock sends him to his castle in Transylvania. On his way to the castle, he has heard numerous rumors about Count Orlok and the fear people manifest by the mere mention of his name.
Thomas came upon Count Orlok (Max Schreck) when his employer Knock sends him to his castle in Transylvania. On his way to the castle, he has heard numerous rumors about Count Orlok and the fear people manifest by the mere mention of his name.
He further suspects that Count Orlok is the Nosferatu (Bird of Death) when he has shown great interest on his wife upon seeing her picture admiring its lovely neck. Worried for his wife's safety, he escapes the castle and rushes to go home. Meanwhile, Orlok prepares himself and transported to his new home near Ellen and Thomas.
MOVIE NOTES
Probably the most acclaimed horror movie of all time by critics and one of the most influential films, Nosferatu was almost lost when the court ordered for its destruction after Stoker's estate (Dracula creator) sued for copyright in this unauthorized adaptation. Thankfully a few prints survived and we had the chance to see this magnificent work today.
It is not scary per se, but this silent feature is described as haunting. The shots are framed artistically, making it a very beautiful and stunning to watch. Max Schreck's (Count Orlok) appearance alone is creepy enough for a visual scare. Imagine Count Orlok emerging through your door slowly, why won't be would be terrified?
This sets the tone with classic and modern horror films where the latter capitalizes on gore, jump scares and special effects. Whereas the classic horror films creates an almost internal fear, atmosphere and visuals with its story and cinematography. It is almost hypnotic to watch as if Nosferatu casts a spell on you.
I give this movie 5 out of 5 and listing this under my list of GREAT Movies.
This movie is available on Amazon - Nosferatu: Kino Classics 2-Disc Deluxe Remastered Edition [Blu-ray] or Download via iTunes - Nosferatu (Remastered) - F.W. Murnau
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This is a part of Fright Cinema 2015, a list of the best horror movies handpicked in no particular order by The Wandering Klutz. It features ten (10) films every year just in time for the scariest season of the year.
This is a part of Fright Cinema 2015, a list of the best horror movies handpicked in no particular order by The Wandering Klutz. It features ten (10) films every year just in time for the scariest season of the year.
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