The Last Voyage of the Demeter

"The legend of Dracula is born."

2023 1h 59m EN

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★6.7TMDB · 2,056●52Metacritic★6.1IMDB · 68,545

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The crew of the merchant ship Demeter attempts to survive the ocean voyage from Carpathia to London as they are stalked each night by a merciless presence onboard the ship.

“The legend of Dracula is born.”

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Cast

Corey Hawkins
Clemens
Aisling Franciosi
Anna
David Dastmalchian
Wojchek
Javier Botet
Dracula / Nosferatu
Liam Cunningham
Captain Eliot
Chris Walley
Abrams
Jon Jon Briones
Joseph
Stefan Kapičić
Olgaren

Credits

Behind the camera

Director: André Øvredal
Writers: Zak Olkewicz, Bragi F. Schut, Bragi F. Schut
Languages: Russian, English
Countries: Germany, India, United Kingdom, United States of America

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MONEY

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Earned back only 48% of its budget on initial theatrical — a commercial disappointment on release.

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ERA

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Released 3 years ago.

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3 / 8

WORLD

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Dialogue crosses 2 languages: Russian, English.

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WORLD

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International production across 4 countries: Germany, India, United Kingdom, United States of America.

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DIRECTOR

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Directed by André Øvredal, shot by Tom Stern. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.

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DIRECTOR

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Original score by Bear McCreary. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.

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DIRECTOR

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Editor Patrick Larsgaard shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.

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8 / 8

CAST

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Corey Hawkins and Aisling Franciosi and David Dastmalchian carry the top of the cast.

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Cinephile deep dive

The take

André Øvredal directs. Tom Stern behind the camera. Bear McCreary scores. Patrick Larsgaard cuts. A commercial under-performer on release. Produced in Germany, India, United Kingdom, United States of America. Dialogue in Russian, English.

Trivia

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1Earned back only 48% of its budget on initial theatrical — a commercial disappointment on release.
2Released 3 years ago.
3Dialogue crosses 2 languages: Russian, English.
4International production across 4 countries: Germany, India, United Kingdom, United States of America.
5Directed by André Øvredal, shot by Tom Stern. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.
6Original score by Bear McCreary. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.
7Editor Patrick Larsgaard shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.
8Corey Hawkins and Aisling Franciosi and David Dastmalchian carry the top of the cast.
9Marketing tagline: "The legend of Dracula is born.".
10IMDB entry: tt1001520 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.
11Classified under 10 themes, including "ship", "monster", "based on novel or book", "sacrifice".

The technical file

Cinematography: Tom Stern
Original score: Bear McCreary
Editing: Patrick Larsgaard
Production design: Edward Thomas
Costume design: Carlo Poggioli
Makeup / hair: Heike Merker
VFX supervisor: Bradley Parker
Sound: Ethan Van der Ryn
Stunt coordinator: Casey O'Neill
Runtime: 119 min · 1h 59m
Aspect ratio (typical): 1.37:1 (Academy)
Status: Released
Budget: $45,000,000
Box office: $21,600,000
Return: 48% of budget
Original language: EN
Certification (US): R
IMDB: The Last Voyage of the Demeter (2023)
Metacritic: 52/100
IMDB rating: 6.1/10 · 68,545 votes
MPAA: R

Awards

2 wins & 10 nominations total

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MovieGuys2023-09-03
★ 7/10
Last Voyage of the Demeter, manages to wring every creepy last drop, out of what is, a rather limited setting. This is a disturbing film in many respects. It takes the myth of Dracula as envisioned by Bram Stoker and makes something fundamentally primal, awful and genuinely chilling, out of it. This vampire is not your polite, European, with dental problems but more your monstrous Nosferatu.Its a sensible choice, as it amps ups the fear factor, in what is,the confined setting of a ship. Acting is top shelf too and really adds depth to what is already, a more than decent, horror film. The only real downside is a few inconsistencies in the plot. Two of the characters go to investigate the crates, where they suspect the vampire dwells. One says she has no idea how to kill the vampire, having observed a crew member, who was bitten, burning in daylight. Indeed, why would the other character, who asks the question, apparently a doctor, not be more observant too? The captain and the remaining crew, are left out of this dangerous expedition, why? Why too, go at night, in the knowledge that this is when the vampire is out and about, taking compulsory blood donations? In summary, an above average horror film that's truly creepy, disturbing and chilling. Perhaps only limited a little by the confines of its setting and a few, rather obvious, plot holes.That said, I still rate this a decent watch, if you enjoy vampire films.
Admiral Toad2023-09-24
★ 4/10
Very middle ground horror movie. The CGI Dracula is pretty boring throughout. Not much new to offer.
Manuel São Bento2023-11-17
★ 7/10
MORE SPOILER-FREE MINI-REVIEWS @ https://www.msbreviews.com/movie-reviews/mini-reviews-2023-edition "The Last Voyage of the Demeter breathes new life into the Dracula narrative, offering a surprisingly fresh take on the classic tale. This adaptation stands out with exceptional makeup work, impressively relying on real, practical effects instead of succumbing to the CGI trend. A remarkable choice that adds realism to the gruesome scenes filled with gore, bloody kills, and shocking imagery. Director André Øvredal's willingness to make bold decisions deserves much praise, as do the claustrophobic, eerie atmosphere and a potent score that avoids the formulaic build-ups to jumpscares. Gorgeously shot with excellent control of dark lighting and commendable VFX. Despite its strengths, the film overstays its welcome, falling into a somewhat predictable structure. A notable frustration arises from the nonsensical decision to reveal the ending in the opening sequence without substantial justification, leaving a lingering dissatisfaction with an otherwise daring, visually striking, highly entertaining horror flick." Rating: B+