The Last Voyage of the Demeter

Universal Pictures | Release Date: August 11, 2023

5.6	USER SCORE Mixed or average reviews based on 70 Ratings

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TomMondayAug 14, 2023

It takes talent to make a premise this good boring. Dracula never turns into a bat, insects, a wolf, mist – he never takes over people’s minds or seduces them. No, he’s just a dumb beast like the screenwriters. That just leaves a talentedIt takes talent to make a premise this good boring. Dracula never turns into a bat, insects, a wolf, mist – he never takes over people’s minds or seduces them. No, he’s just a dumb beast like the screenwriters. That just leaves a talented cast to spin their wheels on a cheap set. Total waste of time.… Expand

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bertobellamyAug 30, 2023

Boring Dracula film. Creature is cool, though. The good news is that Robert Eggers is bringing his version of 'Nosferatu' next year. .

1 of 1 users found this helpful10

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MattyIce34Aug 11, 2023

It’s got a good atmosphere and a few fun kills, but there’s no reason for this to be two hours

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BeardedYodaAug 14, 2023

The Last Voyage of the Demeter is a decent enough movie. The film has pretty good cinematography--with many of the shots looking downright beautiful--and there are also some genuinely entertaining tense and creepy scenes. The problems withThe Last Voyage of the Demeter is a decent enough movie. The film has pretty good cinematography--with many of the shots looking downright beautiful--and there are also some genuinely entertaining tense and creepy scenes. The problems with the movie lie in a substantial plot hole that weakened the films engrossing atmosphere, as well as a pretty disappointing and drab ending. The film will entertain you, but don't expect a super unique addition to the horror genre.… Expand

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JirrKim25Aug 18, 2023

A joke, let's make a horror movie about Dracula on a ship(not a bad idea), but have the most boring characters, trash writing, plot holes etc .
It has a good atmosphere, you can feel the endless sea, but that's about it. Also, too long andA joke, let's make a horror movie about Dracula on a ship(not a bad idea), but have the most boring characters, trash writing, plot holes etc .
It has a good atmosphere, you can feel the endless sea, but that's about it. Also, too long and for what? You could cut 30-40 minutes without issues.… Expand

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JLuis_001Aug 19, 2023

A biased part of me may have seen things that other people may find irrelevant, but my genuine passion for these kinds of stories sometimes gets in the way of me being more objective but I'll say it like I feel it and that is that this movieA biased part of me may have seen things that other people may find irrelevant, but my genuine passion for these kinds of stories sometimes gets in the way of me being more objective but I'll say it like I feel it and that is that this movie definitely has its fair share of flaws. However, it's the gripping atmosphere and the formidable antagonist at the heart of the horror what allows The Last Voyage of the Demeter of being a better movie.

This isn't about humanizing a bloodthirsty monster. No. It's a story of a fantasy-level apex predator on the hunt, going after its prey like a lion among sheep, locked up and placed at their mercy in the confinement of a ship in the middle of the ocean.
In the words of Watchmen's Rorschach: "I'm not locked in here with you. You're locked in here with me.'

The combination exudes a style that swings between melodrama and crudity reminiscent of classic films about beings such as Dracula.
The terror is amplified by a great villain whose behavior evokes shades of the Xenomorph from Alien, and considering that the victims are locked in a ship like those in Ridley Scott's film were on the Nostromo, this vampire who looks like a cross between Man-Bat and Nosferatu maintains the film's most riveting elements, fostering palpable suspense and tension throughout.

The script has its flaws, and I saw it coming from afar. The balance it seeks often falters, and much of what it does in several passages is more reactionary than coherent.
Also, unfortunately, it doesn't give enough room for development to the lead characters, and the resolution it offers isn't satisfying either.
I don't mean to say that everything should be tied up neatly, but let's just say that some of those points feel a little flimsy.

As for the overall experience, I can say that The Last Voyage of the Demeter is the kind of film that can easily be recommended to casual moviegoers, devoted Dracula enthusiasts, avid monster aficionados, and dedicated horror fans alike.

While it may not possess any extraordinary or stunning quality, it still managed to keep me engaged and free from any sense of disappointment. Therefore, from my point of view, it duly earned its credit with me.… Expand

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TitusrooAug 14, 2023

I'm not sure why this movie isn't doing better. It has a decent script, the ship is a fun experience (minus the threat if imminent death), and there are some good effects. It's not phenomenal, but it was a good time at the movies and wellI'm not sure why this movie isn't doing better. It has a decent script, the ship is a fun experience (minus the threat if imminent death), and there are some good effects. It's not phenomenal, but it was a good time at the movies and well worth my time—probably because I'm a sucker for mariner films. I hope it gets a second life in streaming.… Expand

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x2OhSevenAug 14, 2023

Well filmed and acted adaptation somehow created from one chapter of the book. The normal cheesy scary movie feel isn’t present here making it more enjoyable than most.

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Cska_aelAug 18, 2023

Movie of the Week for 12 bucks can't really go wrong so it was value for money but there were few things which kind of bugged me considering I did indeed read Bram Stocker's Dracula. For me number one issue is they sort of started the storyMovie of the Week for 12 bucks can't really go wrong so it was value for money but there were few things which kind of bugged me considering I did indeed read Bram Stocker's Dracula. For me number one issue is they sort of started the story in the middle (Which Dracula's journey from Romania to England is) and they don't really do a good job to explain the origin basically just assumes everyone read the book and they know who Count Dracula is ? Why he is travelling to London ? What was he doing until he came to a brilliant idea to migrate to England. 2nd problem their Count Dracula looks more like a Leper then a Vampire honestly they couldn't even get the teeth right. 3rd problem The whole plot is based around the question you already knew before you even start watching the movie ,everyone knows Count Dracula does indeed reach London where he finds Mina etc... so why base the plot around this in the first place ?
Thing I did like was Aisling Franciosi , I can't believe she plays a kid while she is actually 30 , they nailed this part also her Romanian accent is amazing considering she was Irish . The ending sucked it suggests a sequel Black man vs Dracula in London which I admit is a take on the story we didn't have before but I think they should have kept Aisling Franciosi alive.… Expand

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mspurgeonAug 20, 2023

The Last Voyage of the Demeter is a decent movie with the potential of being something much better. We know the character of Dracula, and though fun seeing him systematically feed on the ship's crew he was condensed down to being just aThe Last Voyage of the Demeter is a decent movie with the potential of being something much better. We know the character of Dracula, and though fun seeing him systematically feed on the ship's crew he was condensed down to being just a standard movie monster vs the character of Dracula we love.… Expand

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SoulWarfareSep 2, 2023

A movie about a crew on a ship being hunted by Dracula is such an awesome premise. I like that they went with a more monstrous design for Dracula which makes him feel like a force of nature. The mix of practical and CGI is done well. TheA movie about a crew on a ship being hunted by Dracula is such an awesome premise. I like that they went with a more monstrous design for Dracula which makes him feel like a force of nature. The mix of practical and CGI is done well. The production design of the ship is phenomenal with how claustrophobic it feels. The actors all are phenomenal as well with special mention to David Dastmalchian and Liam Cunningham. The kills are brutal and entertaining to watch. However, this movie does suffer from the horror trope of stupid characters making nonsensical choices. It also starts with a flash-forward that spoils the ending for no reason. The movie is also way too long and has a very slow pacing. Could easily cut 20 minutes of this film. It also has an ending that just feels "wrong" and not very fitting of the tone that was throughout this film. Overall, it's an unexpectedly entertaining monster movie.… Expand