Nosferatu (1922) and a Lot of Dracula

In this conversation, John and Katherine discuss the origins and influence of vampires in literature and film, focusing on Bram Stoker's Dracula and the unauthorized adaptation Nosferatu (1922). They explore the plot and themes of Dracula, including the fear of sickness and the codification of vampire rules. They then delve into the production and legal battles surrounding Nosferatu, highlighting the occult influences and the actions taken by Florence Balcombe, Bram Stoker's widow, to protect the rights to Dracula. Despite attempts to destroy the film, Nosferatu (1922) has endured and become a cultural icon. This conversation explores various themes related to the cultural impact and consumption of vampire movies, as well as the legal battles and copyright issues surrounding the film 'Nosferatu'. The discussion delves into the concept of public art and the rights of creators, as well as the influence of popular folklore and the role of travel narratives in shaping cultural perceptions. The conversation also touches on the physicality of Max Schreck's performance in 'Nosferatu' and the enduring legacy of vampire movies in popular culture. **Reviews Mentioned** Nosferatu (1922) Dracula (1931) / Drácula (1931) - https://youtu.be/xLY0aWhC9Sg The Lost Boys (1987) - https://youtu.be/IE-LNW1_uFs Dracula's Daughter (1936) - https://youtu.be/MwtHYIuLKOk Shadow of the Vampire (2000) - https://youtu.be/iC68ifujs-0 Fright Night (1985) - https://youtu.be/87UI7ikykL4 Mark of the Vampire (1935) - https://youtu.be/KD4KtX7AFA0 Love at First Bite (1979) - https://youtu.be/3ewIcCfoP-M Son of Dracula (1943) - https://youtu.be/ntn3BVsTkUk House of Dracula (1945) - https://youtu.be/LAa3-M8_DL0 Last Voyage of the Demeter (2023) Parody Mash Up - https://youtu.be/5durECsCWuM **My Links** Social - https://mtr.bio/classicmovierev My Merch - jcornelison.redbubble.com My Site - https://classicmovierev.com/ My Books - https://www.amazon.com/John-E-Cornelison/e/B00MYPIP56 **Affiliates** Libsyn Podcast Hosting - https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=CMR Grammar Checker Links - https://grammarly.go2cloud.org/SH1ax Internal Link Juicer WordPress - https://r.freemius.com/2610/2395752/ **The Equipment I Use for YouTube** Camera - https://amzn.to/3SjOUnI Audio - https://amzn.to/3gsatFu Teleprompter - https://amzn.to/3CQZQUf  GoPro 9 - https://amzn.to/3ITZcbw **Say Hi on Social** Website: https://www.classicmovierev.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classicmovierev/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/classicmovierev **Disclaimer** CMR is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to www.amazon.com. This is for entertainment and informative purposes only. Classic Movie Reviews claims no ownership of content. "Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.”