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Nosferatu Synopsis, One of the Scariest Horror Movies

Here is the synopsis of Nosferatu, the horror film adaptation of the classic that is considered the scariest of 2024.

After almost a hundred years, Nosferatu is back in a remake version, this time under the direction of director Robert Eggers. The return of this iconic vampire certainly raises new curiosity among fans of classic horror stories. The synopsis of Nosferatu tells the story of a woman who gets terrorized by a vampire who falls in love with her.

Nosferatu is an adaptation of Bram Stoker’s legendary 1897 novel Dracula. The novel has inspired many movies and stories about the blood-sucking creature.

The first film adaptation, F.W. Murnau’s Nosferatu (1922), was an unauthorized adaptation of the character Dracula from Bram Stoker’s novel.

Copyright issues arose, leading to changes in character names and story details. One example is the use of the name Count Orlok instead of Dracula to avoid potential legal issues.

In this latest remake version, Nosferatu features well-known actors such as Bill Skarsgard, Lily-Rose Depp, Nicholas Hoult, and Willem Dafoe. Willem Dafoe previously played the character of Dracula in the movie Shadow of the Vampire which was released in 2000.

Meanwhile, Bill Skarsgard has been cast to play Count Orlok in Nosferatu. The actor is best known for his role as the clown Pennywise in the remake of IT in 2017 and its sequel, IT Chapter 2, which was released in 2019.

Nosferatu Synopsis

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Nosferatu presents an interesting storyline and classic horror themes. Nosferatu’s synopsis tells the story of Ellen Hutter (Lily-Rose Depp), a young woman with a myriad of problems who has long struggled with anxiety, nightmares, and strange intuitions that have accompanied her since childhood.

Her husband, Thomas (Nicholas Hoult), gets a contract to work on a big project, which leads him to find a new home for Count Orlok (Bill Skarsgård), the mysterious man from Transylvania.

Thomas begins to understand that Count Orlok is a bloodthirsty vampire. He does not travel to Transylvania alone, but is accompanied by his wife, Ellen Hutter (Lily-Rose Depp). However, Ellen does not realize that she is being targeted by Count Orlok, who is obsessed with pulling her into the darkness forever.

As the predatory forces of Orlok close in on their city, Hutter, Dr. Wilhelm Sievers (Ralph Ineson), and alchemist Professor Albin Eberhard Von Franz (Willem Dafoe) must quickly find a way to counter Orlok’s growing power before it’s too late.

2. The Scariest Horror Movie of 2024

Nosferatu 2024
Nosferatu 2024

All media gave appreciation after watching this movie by Robert Eggers. The movie is considered successful in presenting a horror story from the Victorian era with its distinctive gothic nuances. The selection of the cast also received praise, where almost all of them shone in their roles and strengthened the story.

“What really sets Eggers’ Nosferatu apart from other horror films is how deeply it explores the images and themes of vampire lore. Not many Dracula films give you so much to sink your teeth into,” the BBC wrote as we quoted from detik.com.

“Robert Eggers’ best work yet, it offers a captivating story, stunning visuals, and outstanding performances from both lead and supporting roles,” wrote another.

“(Nicholas) Hoult and (Lily-Rose) Depp are terrifying yet endearing, and (Bill) Skarsgård proves once again why he is a great character actor,” praised critic CBR.

Due to the many positive reviews and ratings of this movie, Nosferatu is considered the scariest horror movie in 2024. In addition, Nosferatu also managed to secure four nominations at the 2025 Oscars, namely Best Cinematography, Best Production Design, Best Costume Design, and Best Makeup and Hairstyling.

3. Nosferatu Showtime in Indonesia

Poster Nosferatu
Poster Nosferatu

After reading the synopsis of the movie, next you have to know the broadcast schedule of Nosferatu in Indonesia.

Nosferatu first aired in North America and managed to attract the attention of many people after its screening in Berlin on December 2, 2024, before then subsequently airing in the United States on December 25, 2024. Then when will Nosferatu air in Indonesian theaters?

Nosferatu hits theaters in Indonesia on February 5, 2025. Prepare yourself to experience the horror sensation of this classic movie adaptation. It’s best not to watch it alone.

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