Robert Pattinson sports a new handlebar moustache for his new horror The Lighthouse

May 2024 · 4 minute read

He recently landed a starring role in the upcoming Batman movie, which is set for release in June 2021.

But in his latest indie film, Robert Pattinson has taken on the role of a mysterious lighthouse keeper's assistant on a remote New England island.

The black-and-white film, which also features Willem Dafoe, 64, will see the British actor, 33, sport a more rugged appearance and an impressive handlebar moustache as he spooks horror fans.

Spooky: Robert Pattinson has taken on the role of a mysterious lighthouse keeper's assistant on a remote New England island

Spooky: Robert Pattinson has taken on the role of a mysterious lighthouse keeper's assistant on a remote New England island

The eerie drama, directed by Robert Eggers, will follow Ephraim (Pattinson) as he spends four weeks as an assistant to a lighthouse keeper (Dafoe).

He must carry out the mundane tasks of cleaning, scrubbing floors and carrying coal.

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However the remote island soon begins to take its toll on Ephraim and he soon transcends into a world of madness and chaos, murdering a seagull and screaming about wanting steak.      

The film, which has been described by the director as 'something a little weirder'  than his last film The Witch, made its debut earlier this year at the Cannes Film Festival.

Speaking to The Interview Magazine about working with William for the disturbing and dark film, Robert shared his admiration for the American star's abilities as an actor. 

Dapper: The upcoming horror film comes after Robert - pictured in May without his new moustache - was confirmed as the star of the new Batman film

Dapper: The upcoming horror film comes after Robert - pictured in May without his new moustache - was confirmed as the star of the new Batman film

Errie: The black-and-white film also features the American star Willem Dafoe (left), 64

Errie: The black-and-white film also features the American star Willem Dafoe (left), 64

Disturbing: The horror will see the British actor, 33, sport a more rugged appearance and an impressive handlebar mustache as he spooks horror fans

Disturbing: The horror will see the British actor, 33, sport a more rugged appearance and an impressive handlebar mustache as he spooks horror fans

Speaking to William about his craft as an actor Robert said: 'My idea for The Lighthouse was that if I don’t really understand this script on a cerebral level, then I’ll try to understand it on a physical level. 

'But I must say that I’ve never seen someone with such a supernatural level of energy as you. I remember watching you and being, like,''How are you doing this?'''

William responded: 'I’ll take that as flattery, but I’ll also return it by saying that your approach was fierce. You were a warrior.'

In June, Robert - who rose to fame in his role as Cedric Diggory in Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire - was confirmed as the lead in the upcoming Batman trilogy.

The actor was initially confirmed as a contender for the role alongside Nicholas Hoult, 29, before landing the prestigious role.   

Dark: The eerie drama, directed by Robert Eggers, will follow Ephraim, played by Robert, as he spends four weeks as an assistant to a lighthouse keeper, portrayed by William

Dark: The eerie drama, directed by Robert Eggers, will follow Ephraim, played by Robert, as he spends four weeks as an assistant to a lighthouse keeper, portrayed by William

American star: Willem will star alongside Robert as a lighthouse keepers on the remote island

American star: Willem will star alongside Robert as a lighthouse keepers on the remote island

Chaos: The drama will see Robert carry out the mundane tasks of cleaning, scrubbing floors and carrying coal

Chaos: The drama will see Robert carry out the mundane tasks of cleaning, scrubbing floors and carrying coal

Horror: The remote island soon begins to take its toll on Ephraim and he soon transcends into a world of madness and chaos, murdering a seagull and screaming about wanting steak

Horror: The remote island soon begins to take its toll on Ephraim and he soon transcends into a world of madness and chaos, murdering a seagull and screaming about wanting steak

Speaking about his latest endeavor director Matt Reeves  told The Hollywood Reporter back in January that his idea for the series of films was 'very much a point of view-driven, noir Batman tale.

He said: 'It’s told very squarely on his shoulders, and I hope it’s going to be a story that will be thrilling but also emotional. It’s more Batman in his detective mode that we’ve seen in the films.

 'The comics have a history of that. [Bruce Wayne] is supposed to be the world’s greatest detective, and that’s not necessarily been a part of what the movies have been.'

Batfleck: The Batman was originally set to bring back Ben Affleck reprising the title character before casting Robert

Batfleck: The Batman was originally set to bring back Ben Affleck reprising the title character before casting Robert

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