Robert Eggers' 'Nosferatu' Starring Lily-Rose Depp Debuts at 96% on Rotten Tomatoes

Dec 2, 2024, 09:35 PM

Robert Eggers' remake of the classic 1922 horror film 'Nosferatu' is set to release in theaters on December 25, including screenings in IMAX. The film stars Lily-Rose Depp, Bill Skarsgård, Nicholas Hoult, Willem Dafoe, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, and Emma Corrin. Early reviews praise the film for its haunting visuals, atmospheric direction, and exceptional performances, particularly highlighting Lily-Rose Depp's portrayal of Ellen Hutter as 'a revelation' and Bill Skarsgård's 'utterly terrifying' performance. The production features elements such as demonic possession and 5,000 trained rats, adding to its macabre appeal. 'Nosferatu' has debuted with a 96% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes from 45 reviews and is being hailed as a modern horror masterpiece and one of the best films of 2024. Critics commend Eggers for delivering a chilling, technically brilliant gothic romance that pays tribute to F.W. Murnau's original while bringing fresh life into the vampire genre, potentially leading to a renaissance of interest in vampire films.