Decorating Pages: TV and Film Design The Hauntingly Beautiful World of Nosferatu – An Oscar-Nominated Production Design Deep Dive
Feb 4, 2025
Join production designer Craig Lathrop, known for his work with Robert Eggers, and set decorator Beata Brentnerova, as they dive into the meticulous craftsmanship behind 'Nosferatu.' They unveil the challenges of recreating historical accuracy, from sourcing period furniture to hand-stitching linens. Discover how they blended different architectural styles, the significance of character-driven furnishings, and the eerie atmosphere achieved through candle lighting. Their insights reveal how every small detail adds to the film's haunting beauty.
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Fresh Approach To Recurring Collaborations
- Craig Lathrop treats each Robert Eggers film as a new project despite shared collaborators and dark tones.
- He leverages past experience to anticipate shooting preferences like long oners and centered framing.
Design For The Camera Early
- Ask directors early about aspect ratio and preferred shot styles to inform set composition and 2D framing.
- Design sets with those camera habits in mind so the 3D world translates into the intended image.
Dollhouse Became A Full-Scale Set
- The dollhouse façade was copied from an existing exterior and richly detailed down to lit candles inside.
- Craig and Beata built an interior room that matched the dollhouse at full scale for filming and photography.
