The Hilarious Story Behind Nicholas Hoult Taking Home Nosferatu’s Penis And What Happened When He Tried To Get It Framed

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As a horror enthusiast with an insatiable appetite for all things eerie and macabre, I eagerly anticipate the release of Robert Eggers’ “Nosferatu.” Having had the privilege to witness several spine-chilling productions, this film promises to be a masterpiece that will leave me quivering in my seat. But it’s not just the chilling scenes and haunting atmosphere that have piqued my interest; it’s the behind-the-scenes tales of camaraderie and laughter that make the experience even more enticing.

In the opinions of many viewers, Robert Eggers’ movie “Nosferatu” has been described as everything from mysterious and stunning to eerie and unsettling. Some have even gone so far as to call it blood-soaked and sensual. However, until now I hadn’t heard anyone use the word “funny”. Yet, despite its chilling nature, there are lighthearted moments on set that brought laughter to the cast and crew. One of the film’s main actors, Nicholas Hoult, recently shared an amusing story about taking home Count Orlok’s prosthetic penis and the antics surrounding getting it framed.

Facing the chilling terror of the original Nosferatu, a touch of humor in the remake could help you settle into your seat more comfortably. If you’re curious about an amusing anecdote from Hoult’s production days for the 2024 release, he shared with Lily-Rose Depp during an Elle video that he kept one specific prop or costume piece from the Nosferatu set – yes, you guessed it: the prosthetic penis!

At home, I have a keepsake – a framed replica of Count Orlok’s prosthetic penis – from the movie set. During one scene where Bill Skarsgård was drinking my blood, Robert Eggers inquired afterward, “How did you find that?” To which I responded, “I could feel his prosthetic genitalia against my leg.” As a farewell gift for wrapping up production, Rob had it framed and sent it to me.

Indeed, it seems quite likely that such an item would serve as a vivid reminder of those intriguing times when a Transylvanian vampire may have tasted his blood. Thankfully, the narrative becomes even more peculiar from this point onward.

In its original state, Count Orlok’s artificial penis was not sufficient for the actor. The prop piece included a supporting structure that reportedly broke. This necessitated the actor to use the broken prop once more for filming, leading to even more amusement on set during the shooting of Nosferatu>.

Upon arriving home, the frame was shattered, necessitating a trip to the nearby picture framing store. There, I had to ask rather casually, “Hey, can you help me fix this?” Initially, he seemed unfazed, but upon my return to collect it, I suspect he had realized the peculiarity of what I was framing – perhaps a vampire-themed sculpture. His reaction was, “Is this a collector’s item?” To which I replied, “Indeed, you could say that.

It’s worth mentioning that Bill Skarsgård’s transformation into Count Orlok was quite intense and left him more “apprehensive” than when he portrayed Pennywise in ‘It’. He confessed his fear of not being able to embody the character with all the prosthetic additions. The fact that the chilling vampire had a prosthetic genitalia underscores their commitment to making the character visually accurate. Given that Skarsgård’s Count Orlok was described as “one of the most terrifying things” by the ‘Nosferatu’ cast, it seems his knack for playing such roles has once again proven successful. The fact that ads don’t reveal Count Orlok’s face only fuels my excitement (and apprehension) about his appearance.

It’s undoubtedly a valuable item now. I can’t help but wonder what the prop prosthetic penis, displayed in The Great actor’s house, looks like. It’s intriguing to think that seeing that prop might bring him amusement instead of the intense anxiety he may have experienced while filming scenes for our enjoyment during this holiday season.

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2024-12-25 19:37