Overview

• The production wrapped after 14 weeks of filming in Finland’s Lapland at –25 °C and on location in Paris with an estimated budget of €40–45 million.
• Caleb Landry Jones prepared by studying Romanian history, Bram Stoker’s novel and practicing a Romanian accent for four months on set, while Zoë Bleu earned her part through a merit-based audition.
• Besson relocated the narrative from London to Paris to exploit the practical advantages of continental shooting and immerse the story in the 1889 Revolution centennial.
• Rejecting conventional horror, the film foregrounds an epic romance that spans centuries and reflects the director’s late-career focus on beauty and enduring devotion.
• Scheduled for release in French cinemas on July 30, the film has already garnered praise for its grand spectacle and intimate character portrayals.