Episode 99

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19th May 2025

Nosfera-Me, Nosfera-You, Nosfera-One, Nosferatu | Movie Night Double Feature | Nosferatu (1922) and Nosferatu (2024)

In this episode, Ashley and Joel dive deep into the classic horror film 'Nosferatu' and the 2024 remake/adaptation and the cultural significance of both. They explore themes of healthcare, community engagement, and the film's legacy. They discuss the film's controversial history, its impact on vampire lore, and the innovative cinematic techniques used in its creation.

The conversation also touches on character dynamics, particularly the roles of Ellen and Orlok, and concludes with reflections on the film's lasting influence in the horror genre. In this conversation, the hosts delve into the themes and character portrayals in the recent adaptation of Nosferatu.

They discuss casting choices, particularly the performances of Bill Skarsgård and Lily Rose Depp, and how these choices impact the film's narrative. The conversation also explores deeper themes such as sexual repression and the dynamics of relationships within the story. The hosts reflect on the significance of the occult and the consequences of characters' choices, ultimately comparing this adaptation to previous versions of the story.

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Episode Highlights:

00:00 Introduction and Movie Night Excitement

03:10 Healthcare and Technology Discussion

05:48 Anne Rice Celebration and Community Engagement

08:44 Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror Overview

11:37 Controversy and Legal Battles of Nosferatu

14:33 Silent Film Era and Its Impact

17:24 Character Analysis and Story Elements

20:09 Occult Themes and Historical Context

24:15 The Nosferatu Influence

27:42 Character Dynamics and Adaptations

29:22 The Role of Women in Horror

31:27 Visual Techniques and Cinematic Style

36:41 Themes of Sacrifice and Resolution

40:48 Max Schreck and the Legacy of Nosferatu

43:35 The 2024 Remake and Its Innovations

49:41 Casting Choices and Character Portrayals

52:05 Themes of Sexual Repression

57:12 Character Dynamics and Relationships

01:01:13 The Role of the Occult and Supernatural

01:05:55 Exploring the Nature of Vampirism

01:11:21 The Eccentricities of Van Helsing

01:13:15 Demons and Desire: The Allure of Temptation

01:14:18 The Struggles of Women: Health and Dismissal

01:15:18 The Scares of Nosferatu: Cinematic Techniques

01:16:37 Unhealthy Relationships: Ultimatums and Control

01:17:33 The Solomonari: Magic and Folklore

01:19:24 Sexual Repression: A Vampire's Tale

01:20:33 The Nature of Sacrifice: Choices and Consequences

01:21:57 Beauty and the Beast: The Fatal Attraction

01:24:46 The Messy Nature of Desire: Blood and Consequences

01:28:52 Who Won the Movie? Performance Highlights

01:30:23 Looking Ahead: Future Projects and Themes

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Joel Sharpton

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FROM HIS BEGINNINGS IN SMALL-MARKET RADIO WHERE HE STARTED IN 2004, and hosted a weekday show on Retro Radio, the Peach 99.3, to his burgeoning podcast empire and production service, Pro Podcasting Services, and the 1000+ blog entries he's written in between, Joel's never had a problem getting his message across.

Now Owner/Chief Editing Officer of ProPodcastingServices.com Joel is helping podcasters, authors and more spread their messages and amplify their voices. Joel has had the opportunity to speak at several podcast conferences from coast to coast about producing, editing, and voice over work. He has also spoken at high schools and colleges with young entrepreneurs interested in these fields as well as small business lunch and learn events.

Father of four and the lucky husband of one, Joel loves discussing his kids and wife with anyone who will listen. With the family, he likes discussing Marvel Superheroes, great music and whatever the latest project is he's hatched in the studio.

An NBA fan since birth, an Apple user since 2008, blogger since 2003, and podcaster since 2012, Joel is an open book, mostly now in audio form.

Ashley Wright Ihler

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Ashley is a proud nerd, happy to be living in this timeline where she gets new Star Wars, Marvel, Game of Thrones, and Vampire Chronicles content all at the same time! This truly IS a magical place. When not snuggled under a comfy blanket with Maggie and Gomez (the goodest dogs in the world), Ashley can be found making merry with her awesome husband Brett at the Joint Theatre and Coffeehouse where she performs professionally with the Joint Venture and Improv Little Rock during weekly comedy improv shows. She also dabbles in stand up and would have a blog if she weren't such a procrastinator.