Review of Nosferatu (1922) by Brandon S — 13 Oct 2009

F.W. Murnau's Nosferatu is one of the most iconic silent films of all time. Its really hard to find an unaltered copy of this film as it has been in the Public Domain now for some time. But, it is still a great movie none the less. This would have to be one of my favorite vampire movies. Max Schreck is one of the greatest "Dracula's" my favorite being Christopher Lee. The movie is yet another German Expressionist film showcasing art above all. Wonderful set design and beautiful acting bring this movie full circle.

Count Orlock (Max Schreck) is securing the purchase of a home from real estate agent Thomas (Gustav von Wangenheim) While on his journey, Thomas gets a hold of this Vampire book that warns him of various vampire things. Cocky, he doesn't listen to the book and plays this one by ear. His judgement if flawed, he is not the smartest guy and pays for it.

Orlock purchases a new home and decides to move getting his stuff (Coffin's Included with himself) shipped across the black sea. From this point I am not going into detail but its mighty cool. You must see this film if you haven't. I don't know what kind of person your going to grow up to be if you don't see this.

I would have to say that Nosferatu gets 8/10 on the scare-o-meter. With the performance from Max Schreck and the art/set design this film is spectacular. Definitely one of the greats in cinematic history. This film is up there on my 1001 films to see before you die. It really does vampires justice now that we have to suffer through an era with Twilight.

Well, the power just went out here from the rain. I have to finish this up before the laptop dies.

Catch ya in the rye.

Sid.