Cast
View AllDaniel Krauss
as William 'B.J.' Blazkowicz
Götz Burger
as Otto von Grimm
Hendrik Martz
as Smokey Savallas
Walter Stapper
as General Donovan
Kim Bärmann
as Brick Bradford
Oliver Kalkofe
as Adjudant von General Donovan
Guido Meyer
as SS-Hauptsturmführer
Santiago Ziesmer
as Spongebob (voice)
Ferdinand Dörfler
as SS-Scharführer
Crew
Director
- Lasse Nolte
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Horror/Comedy film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. The Golden Nazi Vampire of Absam: Part II - The Secret of Kottlitz Castle presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Lasse Nolte brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2007, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of The Golden Nazi Vampire of Absam: Part II - The Secret of Kottlitz Castle took approximately 15 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 45 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 83 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 10 months to complete.
- The film contains approximately 1356 individual shots.
- The screenplay went through 10 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 2007, when this film is released:
- Digital technology was disrupting traditional media and entertainment.
- Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: May 21, 2007
- Runtime: 45m