It’s now easier to invite Count Orlok (Bill Skarsgård) into your room with the release of Nosferatu on digital. Robert Eggers’ reimagining of the classic silent vampire film quickly swept through the gothic sphere, which has enthusiastically embraced the erotic mustache on this historically accurate iteration of the Transylvanian lord—and his quest for the body of Ellen Hutter (Lily-Rose Depp).
Those who wanted more of the night he came will be pleased to find out that the film’s digital release (out today) features an extended cut. Thomas Hutter (Nicholas Hoult) in Nosferatu’s castle experiencing Orlok’s hypnotic delirium is an all-timer act one of a film, and we’ll take any additional thick fog ambiance we can get. There better be more cinematic gorgeously gross yearning and thirst for more looks at Orlok’s glorious decaying countenance and that irresistible facial hair. Or as Von France (Willem Dafoe) would put it, we’d like to see things that would make “Isaac Newton crawl back into his mother’s womb!”
Among the special features detailed below is that one of the three deleted scenes features the the third night, which was originally intended to have a more physically explosive ending. And we can’t wait to hear more about the making of the film in Eggers’ commentary.
EXCLUSIVE BONUS FEATURES WHEN YOU BUY AT PARTICIPATING RETAILERS:
- NOSFERATU Extended Cut
- NOSFERATU: A MODERN MASTERPIECE – Explore the deepest, darkest depths of NOSFERATU with the actors and artists whose commitment and craftwork take the classic vampire epic to horrifying new heights.
- BREATHING LIFE INTO A DREAM – Filmmaker Robert Eggers’ lifelong dream becomes a startling cinematic nightmare as the actors collaborate on transformative performances to make his Gothic vision an astonishing reality.
- BECOMING COUNT ORLOK – Practical makeup FX seamlessly meld with Bill Skarsgård’s bold interpretation of Count Orlok to resurrect a villain whose unsettling appearance is both creepy and captivating.
- CAPTURING THE MOOD – From sunlight, snowfall, and shadows to candlelight and complicated camera moves, see how each visually rich detail contributes to NOSFERATU’s incredibly eerie atmosphere.
- RECREATING 1838 – Open a virtual time capsule with production designer Craig Lathrop, whose intricately detailed sets immerse viewers in an entirely authentic world.
- DRESSING THE PART – Whether accenting Count Orlok’s otherworldliness or telling background tales through clothing, watch costume designer Linda Muir fashion distinct looks that extend each character’s story.
- THE END IS JUST THE BEGINNING – Visual effects supervisor Angela Barson and composer Robin Carolan enhance NOSFERATU’s nightmarish fantasy using stunning CGI and a breathtaking score.
- DELETED SCENES
- Ellen at the Window
- Harding’s Bedchamber/Dark Corridor
- Behold, the Third Night
- FEATURE COMMENTARY WITH WRITER/DIRECTOR ROBERT EGGERS
Nosferatu is out on digital now with a home video release slated for February 18.
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