Interview with the Vampire

Interview with the Vampire was actually even better than I was expecting. It's based on Anne Rice's popular novel about a family of vampires through the years. This is made with mostly unknown actors who all do a great job in their roles. There was also a popular movie about this made in 1994 with Tom Cruise, Brad Pitt and Kirsten Dunst. Obviously most people will compare the two and even though I liked the movie a little more this more than holds up and stands in its own. I never read the books but I've read that this show is a lot closer to it than the movie was. You can tell they try to respect the source material as much as possible and even had Anne Rice help create the show and have her on as an executive producer before her death last year. After reading through the reviews I'm glad that most people seem to agree with me that this is a good show.

This show captivated me from start to finish! Although I hadn't read the book and only vaguely remembered the movie, the show's bold portrayal of love and passion left an indelible mark. The unabashed depiction of the relationship between Lestat and Louis might have deterred some viewers because of the homosexual theme, but I found it to be a beautiful and authentic portrayal of deep connection.

Sam Reid's performance as Lestat is nothing short of mesmerizing! His every mannerism, expression, and especially his voice, embody the essence of a vampire so convincingly that it feels almost real. Jacob Anderson's portrayal of Louis is equally remarkable, showcasing a depth and range that took me by surprise, especially knowing him from his stoic role as Grey Worm in Game of Thrones. The chemistry between Reid and Anderson is palpable, creating a dynamic that is both intense and moving.

Despite some people's reluctance to embrace the show's themes, they TRULY miss out on a TRULY exceptional series. The emotional resonance and impeccable performances made me smile and applaud by the end! Interview with the Vampire is a masterful blend of storytelling and acting prowess, with Sam Reid as the shining star who brings the entire show to life.

There are things I wanted to say but cannot. This show is everything! The acting is superb, all the story lines are amazing. Every time I rewatch I see it from a different perspective. It's also seemingly such a mirror of life and how sometimes we do not see what those we love are actually doing to us. The games they play, and the way we ignore the obvious in order to keep living the delusional life. Lestat, Lestat, Lestat! Such incredible acting one min. I hate him, then I feel sorry for him then I'm just literally falling for this flirty vampire. Louie! Oh man I have felt like Louie totally blinded by love or the idea of love yet lonely. I can go on and on but all the characters brought something to this series. Phenomenal cast and directing.

This story lives in my head rent free! Can't wait for next season!

It is quite good. I have not read the original book, and I barely remember the movie (not even sure I watched it fully even), but I definitely enjoyed the show. The characters were complex enough, and they were being properly developed and expanded upon through-out the show. The story was intriguing overall, too.

In fact, I think the story is the main dish here, and it makes sense, why the original book became so important. I mean, it's not so much about vampires, as about emotions in general, and vampirism is more like a tool here to peek into (sometimes darker) depths of relationships.

The aesthetics are also quite good, and they mix with the story nicely. I like that there are quite a few "dirty frames" in the show, too, since they make the scene more believable, if not necessarily relatable. Certain theme may be a turn off for some, so I may not be able to recommend it everyone, but if you are ok with that theme (we all know what I mean, right?) - this show is definitely worth a try.

I'm a big fan of Anne Rice. I have read her books and seen the film of Interview with the Vampire which I loved. I hoped this would be good and it went far beyond that. It's exceptional. It's the expensive vintage wine amongst all the lesser ones. The acting is superb from all of the cast. It's a tragic love story amongst all the blood. It's about pain, love, loss and mistakes. The three leads are just outstanding. Jacob Anderson, Sam Reid and Assad Zaman. Such emotionally packed scenes. They all deserve Oscar's. Eric Bogosion is great as Daniel. Also Ben Daniel is wonderful as Santiago. The sets and scenery are stunning. I haven't watched anything with such love and passion in a long time. I'm really looking forward to a season 3.