Drama,Fantasy,Thriller
Ireland,United Kingdom,United States of America
Byzantium is a 2012 British-Irish gothic horror film directed by Neil Jordan. The film stars Gemma Arterton, Saoirse Ronan, Sam Riley, and Caleb Landry Jones in lead roles.
The film follows the story of two mysterious women named Clara and Eleanor, who seek refuge in a run-down coastal town. Clara meets a lonely man named Noel, who provides shelter in his deserted guesthouse, which is named Byzantium. Meanwhile, Eleanor befriends a young man named Frank and tells him her secret that she and Clara were born over 200 years ago and survive on human blood.
Soon, their past catches up on them as they are hunted down by a mysterious group of people known as the Brotherhood, who are determined to end their immortal lives. As the two women struggle to stay alive, they must also confront the dark secrets and hidden truths of their past.
Throughout the film, flashbacks reveal the history of Clara and Eleanor's past, which involves a tragic love story and the brutal transformation from mortal women to bloodthirsty vampires.
Byzantium is a unique take on the classic vampire tale, with a haunting atmosphere, stunning visuals, and a strong focus on the emotional struggles of its characters. It received generally positive reviews from critics and is considered to be one of Neil Jordan's best films.
