Review of Shadow of the Vampire (2000) by Hades N. Spades — 25 Jun 2008

Watch this in conjunction with the original Nosferatu. Really, really good and Willem DaFoe is a freak.

This review of Shadow of the Vampire (2000) was written by Hades N. Spades on 25 Jun 2008.

Shadow of the Vampire has generally received positive reviews.

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