Nosferatu – Film with Live Music

Nosferatu – Film with Live Music Embark on a haunting journey with the 1922 silent masterpiece “Nosferatu,” the first screen adaptation of Bram Stoker’s Dracula. Directed by German Expressionist legend F.W. Murnau, the film follows Count Orlok, a spidery vampire endowed with supernatural powers, as he terrorizes a Transylvanian mountain castle and a desperate race unfolds to defeat the forces of evil. From Orlok’s elongated shadow sliding down staircase shafts to the distant, foreboding mountain landscapes, every frame delivers unforgettable, flickering terror. When the film debuted, Stoker’s estate launched a plagiarism lawsuit, leading a court to order every existing print destroyed. Miraculously, a handful survived—and now, for the very first time, they’re being showcased on the big screen in a brand‑new live soundtrack. Join award‑winning Leeds‑based composer and sonic artist Ben Gaunt, alongside silent‑film scoring specialists Frame Ensemble, as they fuse electronics with live improvisation to create a fresh aural experience that echoes the film’s chilling visuals. This limited‑run event offers audiences a rare chance to see this forbidden cinematic masterpiece alongside its haunting, contemporary score. PG – Film rated. Details & tickets.