so many things about this movie were just perfect. the atmosphere, the tone, the lighting, the cinematography, the makeup, the cast— all paid homage to not only a classic film, but the folklore that inspired it.
i loved that robert eggers chose to lean into practical effects rather than rely on cgi and green screens. the set pieces were stunning and immersive. they used 2,000 live rats, real wolves, and incredible prosthetics for nosferatu himself. it made the world feel…