Robert Eggers Reaffirms His Aversion to Contemporary Films

The director of Nosferatu and The Lighthouse says photographing modern technology like cars and cellphones 'makes him ill.'

Robert Eggers, known for his period films such as The Witch and Nosferatu, has expressed a strong disinterest in creating contemporary films.
In a recent interview, Eggers stated that photographing modern items like cars and cellphones is unappealing to him, calling the idea 'ill-making' and 'death.'
The director prefers settings before World War II, noting that his imagination is more inspired by historical periods than by modern times.
Eggers has found significant success with his historical films, with Nosferatu earning four Oscar nominations and widespread acclaim.
His upcoming projects reportedly include Werwulf, set in the 13th century, and a sequel to the 1986 fantasy film Labyrinth.