Mati Unt was an Estonian writer whose work is characterized by an experimental approach and a deep exploration of human existence. He crafted compelling narratives that often weave together reality and dreamlike elements, revealing the complexities of the human psyche. His writing is notable for its metaphorical language and fresh perspectives on the world. Unt also made a mark as an influential theatre director, introducing avant-garde sensibilities to Estonian arts and stimulating intellectual discourse.
In this contemporary retelling of Bram Stoker’s Dracula, Estonian writer Mati Unt offers a playful yet unsettling mixture of fact and fiction, combining pieces of Estonian political history―in particular the figure of Lydia Koidula (1843-1886), widely regarded as the first Estonian woman to express an Estonian longing for independence―with portraits of life in contemporary Estonia, all set against a backdrop of vampirism and the Gothic novel.