Tokyo Vampire Hotel

If you like weird scripts, weird acting, weird ideas, weird stories, then you are home with this serie. I'm usually optimist on my recommandation but here I had the strength to watch the first four episodes before I finally gave up, it was such a collossal waste of time I couldn't go further. Maybe people who are very fond of theatre could find in likeable if they at the same time are huge fans of Japan culture ? I'm a fan of animes, I love many series and movies from japan but this one was over the limit for me. I hope other people will like it more than I do LoL I was indeed amazed byt the IMDB rating given to this serie because At all times it never went above 4/10 and was more around 3,,5/10 than 4 most of the time.

Goodness - by the end it's absolutely one of the funniest things since ... brain dead? Crossed with the cook the thief his wife her lover.

As the effects get worse the series really finds its self.

Tokyo Vampire Hotel served as my introduction to Sono Sion's work and it did not disappoint. I am a fan of the vampire genre, but most films and television series do not do it justice. This series, however, was completely engrossing and a must-see if you are a fan of the genre. The storyline was unlike anything I've ever come across - it was surprisingly engaging and it kept you thinking well afterwards. The visuals were utterly stunning, akin to a dreamscape, and reminiscent of Stanley Kubrick. Overall, very mind blowing! I am very glad to have discovered the series and look forward to watching it again.

I've seen many vampire stories and this one is quite unique. Far from the usual human vs vampire view, we have here two vampire faction fighting each over. Fights are very visual and bloody, very far from the usual clean views that we find in most vampire films.

Some times, it may be a little confusing... but everything comes in place later.

While the directing of Sono normally begets disturbing visuals and grotesque violence, most of his works still have an abstract narrative that leaves a lasting impression on the viewer. Upon initially seeing this series on Amazon, I thought I would be getting myself into something similar to his previous works. However, his impression on Tokyo Vampire Hotel isn't as prevalent as I would have liked.

Throughout the show, you can definitely see his signature charm pouring through with the visuals. The choreographed battle sequences are peppered into the series eloquently, even if they drag on a bit longer than you might have expected. This isn't entirely contrary to Sono's previous titles (see: Why Don't You Play in Hell) where violence drones on for several minutes, but the creativity from that movie are sorely missed here.

It also felt as though Tokyo Vampire Hotel had a couple filler episodes. This was odd for a short series; almost as if Sono was pressured to create something that stretched beyond his initial vision. The desultory structure of this show is prevalent, but don't let that dissuade you from watching it as I was still thoroughly impressed with the ending that does a great job in tying the confusing story together.

Overall, I think it deserves to be watched. The plot is just as rare as any other Sono work, even if it's a bit against the grain of his previous film-making forays. The characters are interestingly designed and the dialogue suits them perfectly; the choreography had some really clever moments; and the soundtrack is really memorable.

The only downside is that it is an Amazon original, which makes it difficult for some to actually watch it. If you can find a way to view this, definitely give it a go. I'm sure you won't be disappointed!