Interview With The Vampire - 1x01 - Reaction

[@NyikoDoris]

Louis: *simply existing and being depressed* Lestat: “I’m about to create an environment so toxic and manipulative and drag this sad man into it🙏🏾”

[@galamikhaylova]

Sam Reid said in one of the interviews that in the church scene Lestat wanted to show Louis his absolute worst side (hence, all of the violence) and if Louis still said "Yes" after seeing Lestat's at his worst, that meant he was his true companion.

[@multifandomedits2024]

😪😪😪😪 Poor Lestat... But im happy Louis still accept him the way he is.

[@Marcus_1001]

If only that were Lestat at his worst. Alas, no. He is far more monstrous. Armand is even worse.

[@HorrorGeek9]

Jacob Anderson in the Church scene was amazing. Also yes Anne Rice vampire's cry blood. Since these versions of her vampires can have sex that puts into question other things 👀 Louis & Lestat the ultimate toxic couple and its nice/funny to see you call out all the ways Lestat is being manipulative/toxic in the first episode.

[@davon1650]

You also asked why Lestat punched that priest through the head. When I watched it, I thought that, as Lestat declared that he could truly see Louis, he wanted Louis to truly see him, both good and bad, both loving and monstrous. An informed decision. You said you watched the movie. You might recall Lestat saying to Louis before the turn: “I’m going to give you the choice I never had.”

[@thevenusian1314]

Thank you for noticing how cruel Mama Du Lac was to Louis. It really irked me.

[@Marcus_1001]

And how completely appropriate that they cast Rae Dawn Chong in the role. I am *not* a fan of that woman. She's a nasty piece of work so, perfect casting.

[@kev121]

I’m so happy you’re reacting to this. You and I have similar reactions to certain subjects. I was literally cursing at the screen when Louis’ mother blamed him for his brother’s death. Can’t wait to take this ride with you. It will be like my 10 time going through the series. Yes, I’m obsessed 🤣😂

[@lstarsabb]

Yes, this show is my favorite show. I've been obsessed sense it premiered in October. With Lestat you will definitely have a love/hate relationship with him but be prepared the Lestat fans will come for you when you call him out for his manipulation.

[@NerdGuyProductions]

If I could handle the Negan fans on The Walking Dead I should be able to handle Lestat haha

[@KiannaKitter]

Lestat didn't have anything to do with Paul's death, the author confirmed this. Paul was mentally ill and killed himself. The same thing happened in the book, although he fell down the stairs and not the roof. Lestat killed Lily out of spite because Louis ignored him and if there is one thing that pisses Lestat off it's being ignored. Lestat definitely lost his temper at the church because religion triggers him and Louis going to a priest instead of him was just the final straw, but he also went complete psycho because he wanted Louis to see him at his worst and truly accept him before offering the Dark Gift, and it worked because Louis was already so deeply enamored with him at that point that he was able to look past everything and just see Lestat. If you read the books it becomes very apparent that Lestat isn't evil, and he is actually the main character and anti-hero of the book series following the first book, but he is a very traumatized individual; both his human life and his vampire birth were traumatic, a lot of shit went down in Europe, especially in Paris, and he is carrying that trauma with him and passing some of it along to the people around him instead of really dealing with it... which affects every relationship he has. He's a complicated guy with a ton of red flags but all he wants deep down is to be loved. Of course, he is unable to see that he is the problem. That is the most tragic thing about him as a character, because he could have the love he craves if he would stop getting in his own way. By the way, Sam Reid captures the essence of Lestat like he was born for the role. His performance just gets better as the show goes on. And Jacob Anderson is amazing as Louis as well. I like Bailey Bass as Claudia too. We got lucky with this cast.

[@multifandomedits2024]

Your comment/opinion/thought here is truly amazing. I read every word and i cannot wait to start reading the books. I hate how many people misinterpret Lestat so bad.

[@KiannaKitter]

@@multifandomedits2024 Thanks. I think the opinion of him really went sideways after ep 5. Which by the way NEVER happens in the book. They fight, they yell, sometimes windows are smashed in someone's face, furniture destroyed or houses burnt down but never ever does Lestat lay a violent hand on Louis or Claudia. He even says himself at one point that he would never hurt them so the writers of the show came up with that beat down all on their own and it did a lot of damage to his character in people's minds.

[@KiannaKitter]

@@multifandomedits2024 Thanks. I think the opinion of him really went sideways after ep 5. Which by the way NEVER happens in the book. They fight, they yell, sometimes windows are smashed in someone's face, furniture destroyed or houses burnt down but never ever does Lestat lay a violent hand on Louis or Claudia. He even says himself at one point that he would never hurt them so the writers of the show came up with that beat down all on their own and it did a lot of damage to his character in people's minds.

[@joponicatruitt2985]

I have been hoping that you would react to the show. I am loving it. Sam Reid and Jacob Anderson has chemistry for days . The acting, set design, and writing is so good. I am a huge Louis and Lestat shipper (Loustat).

[@multifandomedits2024]

Me toooooooo

[@andreabrantley6951]

- He stalked Louis before they met, and went to all his regular hang-outs to try and get with him... He also mentally stalked him, and almost drove him crazy!... But Louis didn't plan on going back to his house. So Lestat basically busted into the church and forced him into the relationship (under duress.) ~I think Lestat had something to do with Paul's death too. / 🎬*Sam Reid and *Jacob Anderson both did a great job with those roles.🙂🎭✨👍🏼

[@MrMgage13]

No Lestat had nothing to do with Paul’s death because he already had the little birds in his head and also Lestat didn’t force Louis

[@MavenCree]

Why he punched the priest? Lestat was telling the truth about his father and the church. Lestat has a MAD hate for the church, so when he sees the man he loves going to that place for solace rather than him... he's taking that anger out on them.

[@Mprofundo]

Great reaction. I love this show so much and I am a fan of the books. In the show, they take into account Lestat background and personality that are described throughout the 13 books so it is very consistent. Sam himself is a big fan of Anne Rice work and you can feel his respect and love for the character. All the aspects of this show are great: dialogue, acting, music, costume, drama… can’t wait for season 2. ❤🥰

[@andreabrantley6951]

➡️ ; Ms. Lily was a lady Louis would go see all the time, Lestat went to see her because he knew Louis was coming there, and he had her at his house to get Louis inside, (I think he was using mind tricks on Louis from Day one!) But Louis didn't want to go back there, and Lestat went crazy and basically forced him into the relationship! (He used vampire telepathy, mind control, fear, love-bombing, manipulation, murder, etc.) To get Louis.

[@robzen2713]

Yeah a lot of the dialogue is lifted right from Anne Rice's text. I only just started this show myself. Looking forward to more and I'll definitely be checking out your reactions along the way.

[@MrHootiedean]

15:05 Okay, Herschel Walker! 😂 And the head punch? Lestat was trying to impress Louis. They're both a bunch of drama queens and I love them for it! You're in for a ride!

[@NerdGuyProductions]

Buy the man some flowers or (not Lily) or do a handstand, not punch through someone’s head.

[@MrHootiedean]

@@NerdGuyProductions Where's the spectacle in that?

[@2kooldancin]

Lillies would be distasteful so right up Lestat’s alley 😂

[@lstarsabb]

" impress" is not the word i would use.. I think he was just caught up in his anger and got rid of him out of anger.

[@fembrucewayne1904]

@@NerdGuyProductions why not considering the time probably kid fiddler good riddance

[@Rothchild0310]

The best show of 2022 hands down

[@memecountry1013]

Omg I don't why Werewolf fans always say they hate the whole blood thing with Vampires when Werewolves literally eat guts and everything like chile💀 blood is the least of y'all worries😂 Werewolves are literal machine killers.

[@glittermethis]

Exactly! I love both groups in all their sexy ways and savages glory.

[@Luusie]

I'm always happy to see people reacting to this show. It's soooo good and more people need to know about it. I'll definitely be staying tuned for the rest of your reactions. 😊

[@naaziaf7239]

Oh man, I’ve been really excited to see your reactions to this! Definitely one of my favourite shows of the year, one of those times where the writing is perfectly on par with the performances to make something really special

[@MavenCree]

Just remember that the Lestat in the first movie is told by a bitter Loius who is NOT a reliable narrator. The Lestat in this show is the Lestat from the other books. He's not manipulating Loius. He's literally wooing him. (You said evil. Aside from doing vampire things, what evil has he done. And no, he didn't kill Paul) He's literally fallen in love with him. It will become a toxic relationship, but that's actually from both ends. (Unreliable narrator, remember. And the show will demonstrate that, which I love.)

[@NerdGuyProductions]

I’m very curious to see how the unreliable narrator trope plays out. Because in the first episode his unwillingness to let Louis grieve for his brother and instead using that moment to force Louis to talk and be with him instead of anybody else was extremely toxic, manipulative behavior to me. As well as killing somebody so cruelly on their date night after Louis expresses his dislike for Lestat’s cruelty.

[@IndieRockerHippy]

​@@NerdGuyProductions Remember that Lestat can hear Louis' thoughts. He knew Louis wanted him but was repressing his sexuality. He also knew Louis was close to suicide or a breakdown so he offered him a way out. He didn't force him into anything. He wasn't using his powers at that point as some people seem to think. He loves Louis. That's the bottom line. Not the most healthy love but the only way he knows how. And yes, he can be cruel but Louis can be just as bad

[@Yiningwu5622]

​@@NerdGuyProductionsI honestly will never understand this mindset. Louis is literally glazing the hell out of Lestat in the interviews, he paints him a much better light. And the fact is that Lestat is manipulative as hell 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@zenluvsfun]

This is the best show this year.

[@justinthyme140]

Finally watched the first episode and I really liked it. I was really surprised by the same 2 parts that you were and probably had similar reactions in the moment. Like you, I never read the books and I remeber likening the film but it’s been so long that I don’t really remember it. I thought this was a great start and am looking forward to the next one. I thought your reaction video was great!

[@johnking5174]

Hi - this show has just arrived here in Britain, it is on the BBC and I am hooked! Jacob Anderson who plays Louis has a superb southern accent. He is British and his real accent is miles away from this. Brilliant acting and a great production. I hope we don't have to wait a year to get season two.

[@2kooldancin]

Yeah! You might trade allegiances from werewolves to vampires after this show…or maybe not 😳😂

[@NerdGuyProductions]

Until I see a big burly vampire I’m not so sure lol

[@naaziaf7239]

Haven’t read the iwtv books, but a lot of vampire horror stuff (like Vampire: The Masquerade) posits that after the embrace into vampirism you lose all other fluids besides blood as your organs kind of shrivel up and become useless since you can’t eat or drink anymore, which is why they cry and sometimes sweat blood I think

[@shan0997]

I'm so glad to see someone finally call out Louis' mum bc she pissed me off so badly. She knew Paul had issues bc they had to put him in an asylum before. Yet there she was having no problems living off Louis and in HIS HOUSE but treating him like shite for no bloody reason. I thought she was a twat for that so THANK YOU!

[@mjw1111]

Yessssss! I think you will really love this one. So much better than the original movie.

[@_exsencefx]

So glad to see you watch this show cause imma be watching it w you😂

[@nottoday1390]

I'm glad more people are reacting to this! Yay!

[@brandijoy1]

This show is great. I’m glad you’re reacting to it and I agree with you the acting is amazing on this show.

[@MrMgage13]

I don’t believe he was responsible for his brother’s death, he was already talking to little birds before that, he was making sure that his brother and sister were gonna be ok before they told him to jump off the roof

[@contrapasso5456]

The elation I felt when I saw this upload...you're the perfect person to react to this! The series became an instant favorite for me and I don't think there's ever been anything quite like it on television which is just so exciting. Also lol at someone already warning you about Lestat stans...stay vigilant 🙏

[@candicekimbrough4859]

Sooooo happy ur reviewing this, your in for a real treat ❤

[@Dijon17]

OMG You are in for a RIDE!! One of my Fav shows this year and I’m am PUMPED that you’re watching it too!!

[@Izzyouable]

I've been waiting for this reaction 😀 I love this show. So glad you kept going.

[@NerdGuyProductions]

More to come!

[@Ramipon]

ah sweet memories... the book series definitely varies in quality from magnificent, to ridiculous to downright horrible... but overall its a fun ride

[@alishab88]

I really enjoyed the first episode! Jacob Anderson's acting in the church scene is outstanding !! I wondered if Lestat fell in love with Louis at first sight, why did he flirt with Lilly in front of him? Also, I was disturbed how he was calling Louis during his brother's service then followed him to the church yikes.

[@pandasareawesome4813]

“Maybe the first episodes just going to be nice” Famous last words

[@yourvalentine3726]

Omfg yes I've been waiting for someone else to watch it it's so good and it deals with a lot of real world relationships with a supernatural element!

[@jodigrace7613]

Absolutely fantastic review keep them coming!

[@TheAmityElf]

I really enjoy this show and kind of morbidly marveling at the toxicity of the main pair, so I'm glad to see you reacting to it.

[@davon1650]

Glad you liked it - I love this show. I had to laugh at your “I’m more a werewolf person” confession. We forgive you! ;)

[@naominandn6509]

already liked for bisexual lighting in the thumbnail

[@ConradTwigs]

This series is more based on the book than movie ( which I also did enjoy ) looking forward to watching the rest of your reactions.

[@muffinamy83]

Episode titles and dialogue are all book-based. It's one of the things I love most.

[@kitsulu8576]

I am glad they stuck to the source material regarding the brother, his mentality, religious obsession and his fate. The movie changed that, still love it though.

[@髪はおとなしく頭の上にいるよ]

超爱这剧的!

[@burrichgrrl57]

So nice to see you again. Do read the books. :-)

[@NerdGuyProductions]

I might once the show is wrapped up. Wanna let myself be surprised for now

[@mayaamis]

Lestat was absolutely not responsible for Louis brothers death. his brother killed himself because he was clearly not right in the head and had issues for years way before Lestat. I am sorry it comes of like this to people who watch the show. I don't know why but many think this not only you. Even creators confirmed this is not true. In the books Paul actually dies by accidental fall after huge fight with Louis and Luis carries great guilt over it. Lestat did kill Lilly as he admitted but not Paul. :) Anyway there are a lot of changes from the books it has to be said but the show is still absolutely amazing, episode 1 was stunning and writing and acting is brilliant!

[@zenluvsfun]

Ahahahaha maybe the first episode is just going to be nice

[@NerdGuyProductions]

I was foolish

[@NATHANIELJELKS-PLANEJANE-FAN]

I Can't Believe Your Back?

[@romanmccoy5074]

In truth, Lestat used his powers to kill almost exclusively evil doers. In teh books, louis didnt have telepathy bc he was weaker so he couldnt sense what lestat could

[@angelaholmes8888]

You might want to check out anne rice the wolf gift that book is centered around werewolves

[@alishab88]

I’m re-watching season 1 and have a new question lol Do you think Lestat would have killed Louis or changed him by force if he said no ?

[@NerdGuyProductions]

I think if he had said no it would have broke Lestat's heart and he would have killed Louis in search of his soul mate elsewhere.

[@andreabrantley6951]

😏; my 2 cent ; > I think he would've killed Louis., or kidnapped him and kept him in his house until he could change his mind. (I believe Lestat used all kind of vampire mind-control telepathy type powers on Louis in the church.) ~ He used powers on him from the jump.

[@MrMgage13]

@@andreabrantley6951I don’t think he used any powers in the church scene

[@fembrucewayne1904]

@@NerdGuyProductions if thats the case then you are note letting the tale seduce you, lestat would absolutly not kill louis, what lol

[@ErieMaxwell]

Not a chance, between how much he already loved Louis and his trauma over his own turning that would be awful for everyone involved. The whole point was to offer Louis an actual, clear choice that wouldn't result in him getting hurt for saying no if he didn't want it. I DO think he'd have tried to figure out something out about the suicidal ideation because, you know, hahaha not again, and probably kept trying to discuss it with Louis provided his refusal wasn't too weirded out, but he'd just be annoying about it, not murderous.

[@hollyvanwye9294]

You're very perceptive. In that scene where Lestat vampirizes Louis, the dialogue is straight from the book!

[@pinkinthenight]

This season was TV-MA but s2 got moved to an earlier time slot 😔

[@lLadyAszneth]

AH! You haven't read the books or at least, this one? WELL! As the Vampire Chronicles are my favorite fiction series, ALL of them, I suggest that's you DO start with this one at the beginning. The full audiobook is available in two parts for free, right here on KZbin. Once you know the story, then you'll know just how badly they f_cked up this show all while slapping Mrs. Rice across the face in the process, as well as all is fans whose been awaiting ANY show from her books for years now and we're supposed to begin the tv series with book two: The Vampire Lestat. Instead, we got THIS dumpster fire and I thought nothing could've been worse than the film version of both TVL and Queen of the Damned.

[@NerdGuyProductions]

I’m going to wait until the second season finishes so I can keep all the surprises going but the show being as good as it has been makes me want to read them for sure

[@lLadyAszneth]

@@NerdGuyProductions - Well, NG, I'm glad you will read the book, personally, I now love listening while I read, but I digress. I hate being the bearer of bad news but once this show is over, or well for this book, then you come to know the REAL characters in her VCU, then you'll understand why us diehard fans are livid with the direction they took this show. The original characters and their motivations in the book are totally ignored in the show and since each new book continues the last? Well .. I can't see how they'll recover from this. I have wept over all this so far, mainly because Lestat is my favorite literary character (tied in first place with The Count) and after at least the first three books in the series, he could be your favorite too, this show has turned him into something he is NOT and I won't spoil that much for you. See, in the VCs, Louis narrates this first book (as in the '94 film) and ends up not being entirely honest about his life with Lestat and Claudia, that Lestat ends up correcting in book two: The Vampire Lestat. Also, in the first five VC books, after Interview, Lestat narrates books two through five: TVL (absolute favorite of the VCs) Queen of the Damned (FANGTASTIC and tells the vampire origin story), Tale of the Body Thief (one of my favorites) and Memnoch the Devil (also a favorite). Her wiki page also has all the books in publication order and you can search for the next should you choose to move forward. But really, once you start, you may not be able to put them aside. 😀👍 Serious though, as an avid fan of her work, this show was IS a BIG disappointment for me. Although ,I will say that casting Sam Reid as Lestat was a dream choice for me, but he could only work with what he was given. ....Sigh... If you ever wish to talk about the series OR need any kind of character clarification, I'm here for ya. I'm also on Twitter if you wish to link up there as well. And now I'll end my reply so I won't bore you. Sincerely, Aszneth 🙂 @aszneth (Twitter handle)

[@deemccoy1482]

No, Anne Rice and the show runners confirm Lestat had nothing to do with Paul's death the timing was just convenient for him to catch Louis at his most vulnerable.

[@_notmyproblem_]

Anne Rice passed away in 2021. Where did you hear the show runners confirmed this?

[@deemccoy1482]

@@_notmyproblem_ Anne answered this question YEARS ago when book readers asked about Paul's death in the book, the show runners answered this in AMCs podcast for the show (I cannot remember which ep but likely the one for ep 6, 7 or the one Rollin and a producer did after the finale) so in both universes Lestat didn't have anything to do with it.

[@_notmyproblem_]

@@deemccoy1482 doesn’t matter what Anne Rice said years ago, this show is in the present and they changed many things. I listened to all the podcasts and don’t recall that specifically. I don’t think lestat killed Paul, but I think Lestat getting into his head at dinner probably messed with his head a bit which could have exacerbated his already bad mental state.

[@deemccoy1482]

@@_notmyproblem_ lol I mentioned what Anne Rice said because you asked and in both universes that hasn't changed I don't know what to tell you about the podcast but to put your listening ears on better maybe?

[@mikenelson1624]

✨❤️‍🔥✨💫

[@isaiahhenderson9538]

If you like werewolf shows u should react to wolf pack 🐺

[@アキコ2003]

Peepee

[@constantine7953]

The books are stupid anyway. Haha No need to read them. The show is SO MUCH BETTER.

[@buffy17mike]

I had to give up on this show after 4th episode. It’s just very slow and couldn’t keep my interest

[@NerdGuyProductions]

Well maybe watch along past that point on my reactions to see if you made a good call or should head back and finish it

[@zenluvsfun]

The 5th-7 are the best episodes.