The Last Voyage of the Demeter

“The legend of Dracula is born.”

6.8

2023

1h 59m

HorrorFantasy

Director: André Øvredal

Overview

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.

Trailer

The Last Voyage of the Demeter | Official Trailer Official

Cast

Clemens

Corey Hawkins

Clemens

Anna

Aisling Franciosi

Anna

Wojchek

David Dastmalchian

Wojchek

Dracula / Nosferatu

Javier Botet

Dracula / Nosferatu

Captain Eliot

Liam Cunningham

Captain Eliot

Abrams

Chris Walley

Abrams

Joseph

Jon Jon Briones

Joseph

Olgaren

Stefan Kapičić

Olgaren

Larsen

Martin Furulund

Larsen

Petrofsky

Nikolai Nikolaeff

Petrofsky

Toby

Woody Norman

Toby

Constable

Graham Turner

Constable

Reviews

MovieGuys

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.

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Admiral Toad

Very middle ground horror movie. The CGI Dracula is pretty boring throughout. Not much new to offer.

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Manuel São Bento

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+

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