Egger’s folklore extravaganza shows up with full force. The Substance and Nosferatu double screening seems a must. Great score, chilling. Brutal jump scares at time and general brutality throughout. A bit over the top towards the end. Mustache?
Dracula’s manor is truly at its most terrifying. The camera forces the beast right up beside you, just out of sight. Cuckold but horror. Domination through terror. The mind assault of dreamscape turns ensnares thoroughly. And then, things unravel. Mina/Ellen seems to distant and unapproachable compared to prior performances (Adjani). A few too many campy faces away from making the sacrifice tangible.
