Beyond its ratings,Nosferatuhas also performed very well at the box office.
AfterThe Witch, Eggers wrote and directed two original movies beforeNosferatu;The LighthouseandThe Northman.
Therefore,Nosferatuis Eggers' first movie that is based on a previous work.
This is a relief, as he will likely get offers to direct other adaptations after the success ofNosferatu.
However,afterThe Northman’sdisappointing performance, Eggers made a huge comeback withNosferatu.
Eggers seems to be getting to the point where his movies can be marketed based on his name alone.
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The most compelling, unforgettable, and acclaimed bows from the horror virtuoso’s acclaimed quartet of feature films.
WhileThe Northmanfailed to be profitable at the box office,Nosferatuproved that moviegoers are interested in Eggers' films.
Even thoughThe Northmanwas a flop, it is likely that Eggers' next film will be a success afterNosferatu’sperformance.
Nosferatu is a remake of the 1922 silent film of the same name from director F. W. Murnau. Robert Eggers is crafting his own version of the story for the reboot as writer and director, with Bill Skarsgård stepping into the shoes of Count Orlok. Nosferatu tells the tale of a young woman who falls victim to a vampire utterly infatuated with her.
These three films are very different from one another, but they are all incredibly thought-provoking and surprising.
WhileNosferatuwas exceptionally made, it was a different viewing experience compared to Eggers' previous films.
Nosferatu tells the tale of a young woman who falls victim to a vampire utterly infatuated with her.
