Nosferatu – The Real Story is a new documentary from Robin Bextor and Reel 2 Reel Films available for digital download today. This fascinating documentary got me even more excited for Robert Eggers’ Nosferatu and I learned so much about the history of Count Orlok in film.
I had no idea Aleister Crowley was a “major contributor to the philosophy behind Nosferatu”, nor did I know the fact that we nearly never got to see Nosferatu as Bram Stoker’s widow, Florence Balcombe, ordered all copies be destroyed. It’s hard to imagine what horror cinema would be today, without the influence of Murnau’s masterpiece. I also really appreciated that FW Murnau’s queerness wasn’t shied away from, or omitted.
The documentary has an atmospheric score, beautiful visuals and interesting interviews and if you love documentaries and learning your horror history, like me, I really recommend it. Thank you to Aim Publicity for sending me a preview.
Nosferatu – The Real Story on digital 16 December from Reel 2 Reel Films.
Sam Munster 