Nicholas Hoult Discusses Challenges of Filming 'Nosferatu' With 5,000 Rats

The actor revealed the difficulties of working with incontinent rodents and shared insights into Robert Eggers' gothic horror remake.

Nicholas Hoult described wading through 5,000 rats, many of which were untrained and incontinent, during the filming of Robert Eggers' 'Nosferatu.'
The gothic horror remake, set for release on December 25, features a star-studded cast including Lily-Rose Depp, Bill Skarsgård, and Willem Dafoe.
Director Robert Eggers emphasized authenticity in the film, discouraging exaggerated performances and focusing on visual artistry inspired by Soviet cinema and Ingmar Bergman.
The production faced logistical challenges, including containing the rats safely with plexiglass and using CGI for background scenes involving rodents.
Critics have praised the film's striking visuals and atmosphere, though some question the necessity of another adaptation of the classic vampire tale.