The Last Voyage of the Demeter
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Directed by | André Øvredal |
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Based on | "The Captain's Log" from Dracula by Bram Stoker |
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Cinematography | Roman Osin[1] |
Edited by | Christian Wagner |
Music by | Thomas Newman |
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Distributed by | Universal Pictures |
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Country | United States |
Language | English |
The Last Voyage of the Demeter is an upcoming American supernatural horror film directed by André Øvredal from a screenplay by Bragi F. Schut, Stefan Ruzowitzky, and Zak Olkewicz. It is an adaptation of "The Captain's Log", a chapter from the 1897 Bram Stoker novel Dracula. The film stars Corey Hawkins, Aisling Franciosi, Liam Cunningham, and David Dastmalchian.
The Last Voyage of the Demeter is set to be released on August 11, 2023, by Universal Pictures.
Plot
Strange events befall the crew of the merchant ship known as the Demeter as they are stalked by a dark presence.
Cast
- Corey Hawkins as Clemens, a doctor who joins the Demeter.
- Aisling Franciosi as Anna, an unwitting stowaway.
- Liam Cunningham as the captain of the Demeter.
- David Dastmalchian as Wojchek, the Demeter's first mate.
- Javier Botet as Dracula
- Jon Jon Briones
- Stefan Kapičić
- Nikolai Nikolaeff
- Woody Norman
- Martin Furulund
- Chris Walley
- Nicolo Pasetti as Deputy Hirsch[3]
Production
In 2002, Bragi F. Schut wrote the initial screenplay for The Last Voyage of the Demeter, based on the singular chapter "The Captain's Log" from the 1897 novel Dracula by Bram Stoker, with Robert Schwentke on board to direct, as well as rewrite with partner Mitch Brian.[4] However, the film languished in development hell for close to two decades with several other directors attached to the film including Marcus Nispel, Stefan Ruzowitzky, David Slade and Neil Marshall. At one point Noomi Rapace and Ben Kingsley were set to star in the film, with Viggo Mortensen "in talks".[5][6][7][8]
In October 2019, it was announced André Øvredal would direct the film with Amblin Partners set to produce.[9] In January 2021, Corey Hawkins joined the cast of the film with a new draft written by Zak Olkewicz.[10] In June 2021, David Dastmalchian, Liam Cunningham, Aisling Franciosi, Javier Botet, Jon Jon Briones, Stefan Kapičić, Nikolai Nikolaeff, Woody Norman, Martin Furulund and Chris Walley joined the cast of the film.[11]
Principal photography began on June 30, 2021 in Berlin, before occurring in Malta, and ended on October 1.[12][13]
Music
In April 2022, Thomas Newman was announced as composer for the film.[14]
Release
The Last Voyage of the Demeter is scheduled to be released in the United States on August 11, 2023, by Universal Pictures.[15] It was previously scheduled for January 27, 2023.[16]
References
- ^ "Amblin's Dracula Flick 'Last Voyage Of The Demeter' Enlists 'Scary Stories To Tell In The Dark' Cinematographer Roman Osin". The Ronin. June 10, 2021. Retrieved June 30, 2021.
- ^ a b c "The Last Voyage of the Demeter (2023) - About the Film". Amblin Partners. Retrieved November 25, 2021.
- ^ "Universal's Dracula Film 'Last Voyage Of Demeter' Coming Ashore In 2023". Horrorfuel. July 19, 2022.
- ^ Kit, Zorianna (August 4, 2003). "Schwentke will captain 'Voyage'". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on August 4, 2003. Retrieved July 13, 2022.
- ^ Script to Pieces: The Last Voyage Of Demeter
- ^ MOVIESFriday the 13th Helmer to Captain ‘The Last Voyage of Demeter’
- ^ Neil Marshall to Direct The Last Voyage of Demeter
- ^ Viggo Mortensen Offered 'Last Voyage of the Demeter'; Kingsley & Rapace Still Attached?
- ^ Kit, Borys (October 1, 2019). "'Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark' Filmmaker Tackling Horror Thriller 'Last Voyage of the Demeter' (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved June 30, 2021.
- ^ Kroll, Justin (January 26, 2021). "Corey Hawkins To Star In 'Last Voyage Of The Demeter' For Amblin And André Øvredal". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved January 27, 2021.
- ^ Kit, Borys (June 30, 2021). "David Dastmalchian, Liam Cunningham Join Amblin Horror Thriller 'Last Voyage of the Demeter' (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved June 30, 2021.
- ^ Lane, Carey (June 30, 2021). "Javier Botet Will Haunt the 'Last Voyage of the Demeter' as Dracula in Upcoming Amblin Horror Film". Collider. Retrieved June 30, 2021.
- ^ "Cheers to director André Øvredal and his talented cast and hardy crew on the completion of principal photography for THE LAST VOYAGE OF THE DEMETER. You are the lifeblood of this creative endeavor, and as we all know, the blood is the life..." Twitter. October 1, 2021. Retrieved October 3, 2021.
- ^ "Thomas Newman to Score André Øvredal's 'The Last Voyage of the Demeter'". Film Music Reporter. April 12, 2022. Retrieved October 9, 2022.
- ^ Mendelsohn, Jon (May 20, 2022). "Last Voyage of the Demeter Sets 2023 Release Date". Collider. Retrieved June 4, 2022.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (July 20, 2021). "Universal Dates Jo Koy's 'Easter Sunday', Sci-Fi 'Distant' & Corey Hawkins Pic 'The Last Voyage Of The Demeter'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 14, 2022.
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