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Shadow of the Vampire

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Review

Here's a terrific what-if: What if the classic vampire film Nosferatu had an actual vampire playing the part of the legendary bloodsucker? Director Merhige and screenwriter Steven Katz take this intriguing premise and are only able to deliver on it in short bursts of creativity. Malkovich is the great German director F. W. Murnau, who is preparing his next film, an adaptation of Bram Stoker's "Dracula." However, there's an air of mystery hanging over the set concerning the enigmatic actor Max Schreck (Dafoe). The cast thinks him an obsessive method actor; but the man playing a vampire could be one himself. And if he is, what peril awaits the cast? Shadow of the Vampire comes alive whenever the remarkable Dafoe is on-screen. The actor, ahem, sinks his teeth into this juicy role with verve, essaying menace with mocking glee. But when he's not featured, the film is unfocused and lethargic, and there are too many plot inconsistencies. A few choice, macabre moments help keep interest, but considering the talent involved and the promising setup, this should have been far more substantial.

Product Format Information

Used - Acceptable-Generic Case: $1.99

Availability: In stock and ready to ship
Region Code: 1
ISBN: B00005B6L0

Studio : Lions Gate Films

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DVD Widescreen: $13.49

Availability: Usually ships in
5-10 days
Close Caption: Yes
Region Code: 1
UPC: 031398833826
ISBN: 031398833826
Catalog #: DL1771892

Studio : Lions Gate Films

Languages: English Dolby Digital 5.1 (Primary) , English DTS 5.1 , French Dolby Digital 5.1
Aspect Ratio: Anamorphic 2.35
Extras: Cast/Crew Biographies, Trailers
Features:
Audio commentary: by the director
Documentaries: making-of featurette
interviews with producer Nicolas Cage, Willem Dafoe and Elias Merhige
photo galleries, HSX promotion, production notes