William Dafoe, a renowned actor with over 150 films and four Academy Award nominations, discusses his role in a new vampire film directed by Robert Edgars. Dafoe plays Professor Alin, a character called to help with a mysterious plague and a looming vampire threat. He describes the film as a reimagining of the iconic vampire tale, focusing on a more traditional, scary vampire rather than the charming versions seen in recent films. Dafoe praises Edgars for his detailed and immersive filmmaking style, which challenges actors to stay engaged with both their characters and the technical aspects of the film. The film also features Bill Skarsgård as Count Orlok, designed to resemble a dead Romanian nobleman, emphasizing a return to the roots of vampire lore. Dafoe notes an interesting love triangle in the story, adding depth to the horror narrative. The film is set to release on Christmas Day.