Nosferatu (1922) vs. Shadow of the Vampire
03-20-03, 12:54 AM
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Nosferatu is the classic. Shadow Of The Vampire, as far as companion pieces go, is also quite brilliant.
Watch Nos first, SotV second.
I've noticed that those who watch SotV with no prior knowledge or not having seen Nos seldom appreciate SotV fully. Also, watching in this order allows one to get several inside jokes in SotV.
That's not to say SotV doesn't stand on its own merits. It's still a terrific film. Just remember to skip the opening credits - it's not good to fall asleep before the film's even started.
Watch Nos first, SotV second.
I've noticed that those who watch SotV with no prior knowledge or not having seen Nos seldom appreciate SotV fully. Also, watching in this order allows one to get several inside jokes in SotV.
That's not to say SotV doesn't stand on its own merits. It's still a terrific film. Just remember to skip the opening credits - it's not good to fall asleep before the film's even started.
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Am I the only person living (or undead...) who absolutely loves the title sequence for Shadow of the Vampire? What a brilliant mood-setting piece with great music and mysterious iconography...
03-20-03, 03:34 PM
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Originally posted by Jepthah
Am I the only person living (or undead...) who absolutely loves the title sequence for Shadow of the Vampire? What a brilliant mood-setting piece with great music and mysterious iconography...
Am I the only person living (or undead...) who absolutely loves the title sequence for Shadow of the Vampire? What a brilliant mood-setting piece with great music and mysterious iconography...
03-20-03, 06:14 PM
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Originally posted by Jepthah
Am I the only person living (or undead...) who absolutely loves the title sequence for Shadow of the Vampire? What a brilliant mood-setting piece with great music and mysterious iconography...
Am I the only person living (or undead...) who absolutely loves the title sequence for Shadow of the Vampire? What a brilliant mood-setting piece with great music and mysterious iconography...
03-20-03, 06:48 PM
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Originally posted by Souljahh
Nope, I loved it too. The music was amazing.
Nope, I loved it too. The music was amazing.
Great music! At least my DVD is still in one piece. 
03-21-03, 03:46 AM
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Originally posted by Jepthah
Am I the only person living (or undead...) who absolutely loves the title sequence for Shadow of the Vampire? What a brilliant mood-setting piece with great music and mysterious iconography...
Am I the only person living (or undead...) who absolutely loves the title sequence for Shadow of the Vampire? What a brilliant mood-setting piece with great music and mysterious iconography...
