Creepy new posters for Nosferatu have been released, giving audiences a taste of the December horror film while cleverly keeping its main villain hidden. Focus Features has shared five haunting character posters for Robert Eggers’ upcoming movie, perfectly timed for Halloween. The posters build suspense by holding back on showing Count Orlok’s appearance, a move that adds to the mystery and fear surrounding the film.
Haunting Character Posters Released
The official social media account for Nosferatu unveiled posters featuring Lily-Rose Depp, Nicholas Hoult, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Willem Dafoe, and Emma Corrin. Each actor is shown in shadowy, smoky portraits with dim lighting casting a sinister look over their eyes. The dark, intense gaze in each poster captures a sense of lurking dread, echoing the idea of being watched by a predator in the night.
The Question of Evil
The social media team behind Nosferatu added to the eerie atmosphere by asking, “Does evil come from within us or from beyond?” This question prompts viewers to reflect on the true source of fear as they take in the sombre, unsettling images.
Skarsgård’s Count Orlok Stays in the Shadows
One notable absence from the poster collection is Bill Skarsgård’s portrayal of Count Orlok. The decision to keep his character hidden has been intentional, playing on the suspenseful nature of horror that thrives on the unknown. Unlike many modern horror films that showcase their monsters upfront, Nosferatu teases its villain, letting his presence be felt rather than seen. This strategic move aims to create anticipation and attract audiences eager to finally catch a glimpse of the infamous vampire.
The Plot of Nosferatu
The official synopsis describes Nosferatu as a “gothic tale of obsession between a haunted young woman and the terrifying vampire infatuated with her, causing untold horror in its wake.” The story follows Ellen Hutter (played by Depp), who is tormented by nightmares of her wedding night when her husband (played by Hoult) was attacked by Count Orlok. Meanwhile, Professor Albin Heinz Eberhart von Franz (played by Dafoe) embarks on a mission to eliminate vampires, highlighted by an outbreak of plague-bearing rats from Transylvania.
Release Date
Nosferatu is set to be released in cinemas on 25 December, bringing gothic horror to the Christmas season.
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