Interview with the Vampire 1x1 'In Throes of Increasing Wonder...' First Reaction!!

[@ReelTimeYT]

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[@MotherJanuary]

You guys should be reacting to x men 97 it’s so good and it would bring a lot of Disney fans and views to your channel 🥰🥰

[@cottagepie1]

Lestat, the original Damon, lol. If you read the books you would be loving Lestat 🧛🧛 I hope they go into Lestat's back story. Enjoy the show and if you have time the books as well.

[@sonee_moon]

I think you guys should check out the movie whenever you get a chance!! It has a lot of actors you’ll recognize and it’s one of my favorites!!

[@elicalmdown]

fun fact jacob anderson basically taught himself the new orleans accent after he didn't like the original creole accent his dialect coach taught him! this show deserved to win a ton of awards i can't believe it hasn't

[@carlalussini]

What's the difference? (Please and thank you)

[@Ren_o5]

@@carlalussiniI believe the dialect coach wanted Jacob to do a historical creole accent which was famous during the 1900s (if I’m not mistaken). However, Jacob didn’t like it and find it difficult to understand so he tried to listen to the locals like taxi drivers. So, the NOLA accent he did in the series is somewhat mostly modern blend with the older accent as it was more palatable. I think Bailey Bass tried it but I’m not sure if it is the old creole yet you might be able to compare their differences.

[@jackjohnson5427]

jacob anderson is british and sam reid is Australian, their accents in this show is top tier

[@gojogeto2840]

i believe the showrunners and sam as well (who plays lestat) confirmed that lestat wasn't the one who pushed paul to commit suicide.

[@lucianaqueijeiro3167]

yes and the author anne rice also confirmed that lestat had nothing to do with it

[@rexibhazoboa7097]

Is it a sign of bad writing when a showrunner and author have to confirm something in their story or is it a sign of ignorance in the audience? As an aspiring writer, i need to know if this is a flaw on our side that i need to be aware of.

[@thoma9410]

@@rexibhazoboa7097 It's clear in the book that Lestat had nothing to do with Paul's death. His death is one of the catalysts that starts the chain of events in the story. It seems clear to me in the show as well, but maybe that's because it's something I already knew?

[@14danity]

​@@rexibhazoboa7097 you can have ambiguity with writer's intent like the point is that LOUIS believes Lestat could've had something to do with it and that alone can drive a character. in this case it's not necessarily ignorance we can choose to believe Lestat's innocence or not regardless of confirmation.

[@coffinflop]

@@rexibhazoboa7097 the whole show is about ambiguous narratives and untrustworthy narrators lol, to be honest it's better if a showrunner and author DON'T explain these things and rather leave them open for interpretation, as they should be.

[@erinmurray2367]

lestat didn’t compel louis to do anything during the episode, at least not technically. he just used regular old human manipulation. louis wasn’t put under any sort of “spell”, he was just hopeless. lestat left him with absolutely nothing, so of course he’d say yes when lestat promises to love him forever. he literally has nobody else.

[@yasminemixon9340]

Louis was in a dark place emotionally. He lost his brother, his mom and sister turned from him, and then the two people he could turn and talk to - lily and the priest - were both murdered. Then lestat comes in and starts love bombing him. Im not surprised louis falls for it and decides to turn.

[@junsan3386]

The thing to add is Louis sexuality and the period in which he lived in and the culture in which he was brought up in , as a queer person brought up in a super religious community lestat offer of companion ship for eternity would have been so enticing and dreamy even with all the wrongs committed by lestat and who lestat is . The feeling of isolation, loneliness, otherness and not belonging swapped for eternal love and admiration seems pretty pretty good to me and as we saw for Louis as well 🤭

[@maridpdl]

also, don't be ashamed of liking or slightly enjoying lestat. he is all kinds of fucked up but he is a hell of a character. this series is basically about learning to understand, if not inherently forgive, people who can't live a moral existence. though these characters fall outside of what you would rationally forgive, they are still begging you to love them and understand them which i find so fascinating. the show does a really good job at showing their humanity as monsters and outcasts who deserve to be outcasts, and it is constantly asking you if you have mercy and if you can love them despite all the horrible things they do. it's a hell of a ride. and this doesn't just apply to lestat, it applies to louis as well, and the other new characters you will get to know in the series and season 2. just a kind reminder to not feel guilty if you feel a certain affinity for any of them as they are very likeable as they are terrible terrible people 😊 btw the scene where he says he wanted to be a priest is 100% true, his dad was an evil man and very abusive. and though this show is very much about louis, as he is THEE vampire and an extraordinary character (jacob anderson come get your flowers!!!), you will still see much more of lestat and his past in this season and in season 2! i'll shut up now thank you guys for reacting to this beloved show 🥺

[@shadowseer07]

Hard out here for us Lestat fans, but we also have a capacity for enduring.🫂💕

[@TheCourtsOfLove]

You can like the character not the actual person.

[@eliselevi109]

​@@TheCourtsOfLovebecause he doesn't actually exist? Yeah, that's how it works 😂

[@TheCourtsOfLove]

@@eliselevi109 ...It's a common figure of speech used for liking characters but not the personification qualities of people they are based from so yes if you're asking if people who kill exist they do, if you're asking if people who threaten to ra** others exist they do, both Lestat has traits of and many more but we acknowledge the character is well-written and liked from a character perspective over the personifications taken from despicable human beings to give the character in this case a Vampire monstrous traits despite being charming.

[@reira402]

​@@TheCourtsOfLoveI think it's obvious that we Don't like people like this in real life, I think it's very stupid that you need to say the obvious everytime you like a FICTIONAL character, a monster of all things, it's common sense to know when you beed separate fiction from reality without the need to say everytime

[@dbdb4563]

Omg. I had no idea u were watching this. Its a crime that this show did not receive any Emmy nominations in 2022. This show is so so so good. Acting, dialogue, custome designs, set design, everything.

[@thatfangirl1145]

It breaks my heart that people don't see how in love Louis actually was with Lestat u.u Lestat's a pretty fucked up boyo, but one of his redeeming qualities is loving Louis. He would never trick him into being with him. He did courted him, and showed him some of his vamp powers, but the love was all real. If anything, Lestat wants him to love him for who he really is. Thats why the church scene is pivotal. He's unmasking his most monstrous self and hoping Louis will still love him and say yes.

[@marybrown6128]

This show is gonna make Vampire Diaries feel like a cartoon. 😉

[@realestsienna]

oh that’s not….

[@karinacazares19]

Don't you dare

[@Xoxo_keyyy]

It really does tho, I love vampire diaries but it never could compare to the complexities that becoming a vampire has like this show did. But vampire diaries is a top rated show, it’s what you watch when you want a happy ending and teen drama.

[@denofthieves6587]

AND DID!!!! Clock it

[@denofthieves6587]

@@realestsiennaOh that very much is it. The first two seasons of IWTV blow all seasons of Vampire Diaries out of the water and it’s not even close

[@bluboy4ver2]

Anne Rice's Vampires are kinda the bases for most modern Vampire lore. The exchange of blood to turn someone being the most notable bit of lore that is prevalent. No Lestat did not need Louis permission to turn him he just has a thing about consent when turning people because he wasn't given a choice when he was turned by his maker. Paul unfortunately did unalive himself, it's not apart of the plot that's why I'm telling you but Lestat had no reason to kill Paul. Also Anne Rice's Vampires powers are pretty interesting so just be prepared, it a really fun show.

[@donny1960]

One error. Lestat was NOT given the choice. He always was saying. "I'm going to give you the choice I never had".

[@bluboy4ver2]

@@donny1960 Yes, that was a typo on my part.

[@sarahcoleman9912]

It was a book series. Then a movie. Now a series. All hail Anne Rice. And Anne Rice vampires are actually scary. the grandfather of Vampire Diaries. love this actor’s portrayal of Lestat. Also the Damon shirt is on point.

[@rexibhazoboa7097]

Imagine if The Vampire Diaries had creative directing behind it. Apart from a few episodes (most of which including the original vampires), the show was really lacking in cool looking scenes. Imaging if we had scenes like the one were Lestat slowed down that running priest. The TVD scene where Elijah throws a few coins through a glass wall was one of the few times the show decided to be creative, every other time, they just pluck out a heart in the most boring way possible.

[@valerieflores7134]

the way y’all never fail to pick the BEST shows to react to. Giggling and kicking my feet

[@11ibi]

I never thought you guys would react to this show it’s so good the relationship dynamics the acting everything can’t wait for more reactions

[@MichelleseaChelle]

Sooooo good 👍🏾

[@fromsomegirlshead]

"Is he a f*cking wizard too?" LOL

[@dbdb4563]

These vampires would chew the entire TVD cast up 1:33

[@LucasAlves-iu2gy]

Lestat 😍.

[@beatlesnqueen]

They wouldn’t stand a chance lol

[@SaluteTheHarajuku]

bonnie ends them try again

[@LucasAlves-iu2gy]

@@SaluteTheHarajuku lol no I love bonnie but lestat ends her easy.

[@SaluteTheHarajuku]

@@LucasAlves-iu2gy girl how, she says fesmatos incedia that bum is in flames or she gives him the headache of the century til he hits a brain aneurysm, she sends him flying thru walls or she says motus and slice his th r 0at bffr

[@angelaozz]

after months of losing on the polls we’re finally here🎉

[@maryjane89]

Man, Jacob Anderson is so good in this - the code-switching he does depending on Louis' environment, and that confession scene at the end of this episode... Really fantastic work. I can't wait to see where his career goes in the future.

[@MsNina119]

I love the fact that they do not invalidate the older version. This is Louis fighting with himself and his regrets/shame to truly remember what happened all those years ago.

[@erick7895]

oh, Lestat is a menace lol, but the series will bring vampirism in all its glory, like bloodthirsty predators that play with their prey, that come into conflict between their human and savage nature! Louis' relationship with Lestat will be a kind of love story between monsters, so toxicity is the sauce! The vampires in Anne Rice's universe are complex, she plays a lot with our sense of morality, because it doesn't apply to them, so it's a very wild journey to follow.

[@HorrorGeek9]

Interview with the Vampire was my favorite show of 2023. Jacob Anderson as Louis deserved an Emmy Nomination.

[@gojogeto2840]

i think rather than louis agreeing to becoming a vampire that last scene speaks to lestat's true power which is manipulation . he sought louis out when he was at his most vulnerable and then coerced him into a life louis knew nothing about. as a book reader and enjoyer of the show i think there's nothing wrong with enjoying both louis and lestat as characters, as they are really complex. but no matter what, their relationship is toxic and abusive af lmao.

[@half-lightl]

raleigh ritchie shout-out yayy!!! I started watching the show cause I've been a fan of his music for years and I'm so amazed by jacob's performance in this, such brillianty layered work, some of the best acting i've seen in my life

[@celestinebuendia]

Thought it was very clear that Louis’ brother was suffering from some degree of schizophrenia, hearing voices, and his death, especially with how he was talking right before it, was very much intentional on his part. He had protested the marriage, but he was up on that roof asking for reassurance that his sister would be happy and taken care of, that his brother wasn’t dealing with bad men anymore, and he just came off probably one of the most happy nights of his recent life. He was able to dance with his brother, having fun like they were when they were younger, at his sister’s wedding. He climbed that roof a man ready to die, put an end to his struggle, with that as his final day. He was a man suffering from mental illness, wanting his last day to be a happy day with his family. And just like Lestat said later, he had wanted to die for a long time. So yeah, just because Lestat is a vampire who doesn’t care much for human life doesn’t mean he’s doing bad shit for the hell of it all the time. Honestly, he’s a romantic.

[@y.m.7300]

Finally someone explained it properly. Well said. I’m a medical student, I’m studying psychiatry right now and I immediately understood that death was intentional because of all the things you listed in your comment. It was on point

[@yasminemixon9340]

love you guys for reacting to this. i was shocked when it won. it doesn't get enough love

[@Nightmarigny]

I'm sure others have mentioned, but the book takes place in antebellum New Orleans, and Louis was a white plantation owner. The show made HUGE changes - and it worked. But you should watch the film at some point, which is more true to the book.

[@I_Kare]

I'm liking and commenting both here and on Patreon! 😍The actors in this are incredible - Jacob and Sam are everything!

[@ashnyc5426]

so glad y’all are watching this! fasten your seatbelts!!

[@SeeliaVachon]

This Lestat is one of my favorite vampires in any show. He's so appealing and draws you in like what a real vampire should be doing. He's also so frighteningly scary but you still want to be near him. ❤❤❤ Damon does that in season 1 😂🤣 You guys should all watch the movie too! It's Brad Pitt as Louie and Tom Cruise as Lestat. Antonio Banderas is Armand in the movie, although Armand is supposed to be a young blond boy. The movie was almost perfection! ❤

[@six2vii]

So glad you guys are doing this.

[@maridpdl]

oh my god i am so excited for this 😭😭😭 its my favourite series in the entire world

[@iFruit96]

Louis is basically an abuse victim from the start. Lestat shows up in his life and builds a bond with him. Then isolates him by taking away the other two ppl that kept him grounded in this life. He now has no support system and his mother and living family aren’t any help. so now only lestat can be his life source. Lestat didn’t use his powers to get Louis to agree to turn, but he essentially broke him down and forced him to make a choice when he was at his lowest point.

[@loopstationyt]

And so it begins…

[@jasmineg_63]

This show was so good. So excited for season two

[@mieroth]

Love that you're reacting to this! ♥ This is such an amazing pilot, and I absolutely adore both Louis and Lestat even in how messy/toxic they are (especially Lestat). But that's part of his charm. 😂I love it being set in this time period too!

[@ie412]

I was wondering why we’ve been waiting for the next One Day rxn but I hope Zuff feels better! I was interested in this show so I’m glad you guys picked it🖤

[@rowanjoy419]

That is the thing that I love about this series, does not try to say that the movie didn't exist, acknowledge it as the 1st interview that Louis made with Daniel, where he lied about many things because didn't felt comfortable yet to really unpack everything, and I love it.

[@amandasantos2852]

I can’t believe you guys actually did it ❤ I love this tv show

[@auntvesuvi3872]

Thank, Rob! Thanks, Bryce! 🧛‍♀ I love this rendition of the tale. I loved the novels, like the 1994 movie (actually was living in New Orleans then, so I saw some of the filming, from a distance)... but this series is excellent. It changes the time period from the original, but it nails the spirit. 🔸 Get well soon, Zuff. 🌿

[@CeciLi-g9d]

Love that you love Raleigh Ritchie! ❤

[@parappa_is_my_rapper6557]

“are they both gonna…” “idk man…” “but it’s seeming like…” y’all got me crackin tf up y’all were ready for some weird shit to happen😭

[@eliselevi109]

Paul killed himself in the book and writers and actors said it was the same here (one of the reasons is lestat should be asleep in his coffin when it happens). First and second season are the first book, recounted only by Louis. To get Lestat's point of view you have to wait for a possible third season (he's the narrator for the majority of the books from then on). Have fun, just remember it's not all as it seems, but it also is.

[@lucianaqueijeiro3167]

AINT NO WAYYYY!!!! You guys are my favorite reaction channel and this is my favorite tv show I TRULY WON TODAY!!!!

[@kellifranklin4432]

While this series in no way is faithful to the original book this interpretation of Ann Rice's work is really good and absorbing. The character Lestat in particular is well done here. I'm happy y'all are watching this because season 2 is coming soon. I still think y'all are really missing an opportunity by not watching Good Omens. Considering what y'all do watch GO is right up your alley guys!

[@Bbbroncoman]

I used to pray for times like these

[@charmedoriginal5923]

Rob and Bryce, once you have finished SE1 of IWtV it would be interesting to see your two's reaction to the 1994 film of the same name, staring Tom Cruise, Brad Pitt, and Kristen Dunst on your next movie night.

[@supernovapenguin]

All hail the ADHD guy, his reactions were epic. Get well soon bruh!

[@ameliacraiig4193]

I been waiting for one of my fav reactor channels to do a watchalong to this show. So good.

[@fallistera3717]

One of the best first seasons of a show in history. Excited to follow along.

[@Rothchild0310]

OMG, my favorite show i love it. Cant believe you are reacting to this, thank you 🥰

[@ezelldaniels6064]

LET'S FUCKIN GOOO!!! LOVE THIS SHOW VERY MUCH!!! CAN'T WAIT FOR SEASON 2!!!

[@morganwilliams5541]

It's actually actually a film adaptation of one of Anne Rices' books. Their is also a movie and it's good.

[@DustyHams]

this series was soooo good! I'm so happy you guys are watching.

[@shainewhite2781]

Yes! Love this show! It gives you the idea of what would happen if Interview With The Vampire was based on a true story, and that the character Louis as well as his lover Lestat were real vampires that have been around for centuries.

[@RhiannonNeale]

This relationship is so fucked up and i LOVE it, they are my favourite toxic couple ever.

[@MichelleseaChelle]

I love the devil horns behind Rob. Lol. Fitting.

[@_-.RAVEN.-_]

AHHHHH I AM SO EXCITED FOR THIS ONE!!!

[@The_Fezgig]

I am so stoked that you guys are watching this. This is my all time fave book series and the show was a great adaptation even with the changes they made. Season 2 is going to blow the first season out of the water. Fun fact the man bleeding from the head at the start is the voice of Bender in Futurama.

[@_jstr_]

Im actually shocked you guys are reacting to this! Im so glad you are, dont get me wrong, its one of my favourite shows and the second season looks amazing! Cant wait to see what you think!

[@isabellagonzalez5695]

WE WON TEAM! LETS GOOOO!!!

[@bug5317]

I LOVE LOVE LOVE this show! Loved the original movie but this show gets SO MUCH more intimate and passionate! It's amazing!

[@Irish_Reviewer]

This show hasn’t the best reviews but I think it’s top notch !! I love the main characters, can’t wait for S2 in a few weeks

[@alexturnbull2615]

Oh wow I didn't expect you guys to check this out I love this show, it's intense. Can't wait to see you guys react to the next few episodes and ofc season 2 is coming so hopefully u enjoy it and wanna continue.

[@rowanmayfair9249]

When Lestat punched the head out, I just shook my head at the waste of food. Damn shame. 😂

[@YouMe-ru6wi]

Oh totally awesome we need more reactions on KZbin to this show because it's amazing and incredible it became one of my favorite shows I'm obsessed/hooked Season 2 premieres on May 12th cannot wait!!! Jacob Anderson & Sam Reid and the whole cast and crew are so phenomenal. They all will hopefully get Emmy's next time around. Also correction this show is NOT a remake of the 1994 movie. This show is an adaptation of the whole Anne Rice Vampire Chronicles Book Series(their is 13 books) the 1994 movie was also an adaptation of only the first book Interview With The Vampire.

[@bura19]

Yes, the city shown in the beginning is Dubai. The rest is my hometown Nola. I recommend watching the 1994 movie, as well. One can never go wrong with Brad Pitt and Tom Cruise in their prime. Kirsten Dunst also nailed her role despite being so young.

[@beautifulloly]

Louis was suicidal and he always felt that he had to wear a mask in front of people, so lestat's words, as he says, "disharmed" him, he felt understood for the first time in his life and he'd been feeling desperate so he agreed on his own, granted Lestat didn't explain much lol Louis just knew he had "tricks" and he ate people like a monster But Lestat struck him at his weakest when he felt he had no one to confide in anymore, killed miss Lily and the priest... he might have seen it as a second chance at life

[@V_4_Versace]

Random but I always forget this show (and every other iteration) is called Interview with THE Vampire and not with A vampire haha but it makes sense because Louis is really THE guy, so he is absolutely THE one and only lol

[@megdelaney3677]

❤️‍🔥Love IWTV series!!!

[@remplidefeux]

Whoa! I had no idea this was coming, but I am pumped to see these reactions!

[@lynnlucas4779]

I'm so excited!! Please do the entire season ❤❤❤

[@yogabbagabba56833]

So happy you guys are finally watching this show! Its soo good!!! 😊

[@jazz730]

Just in time for season 2😊

[@ashleyh7073]

OMG this is such a pleasant surprise!!! I'm so excited to see you react to more!!❤

[@toshaj4138]

I hope Zuff gets better soon! Sending love

[@sharen98100]

omg ill be watching all the reactions to this!! my favourite tv show

[@theskygrowsgrey]

i'm so happy you're reacting to this!!!! one of the best acted shows there are right now

[@CateBlanket-fy1ed]

you should start watching the leftovers, such a masterpiece!!

[@I_Kare]

It'd never win the poll but you're right - one of the most amazing shows.

[@caireelsthetic2788]

YO MY BROS FINALLY WATCHING THIS SERIES THANK YOU

[@BelenPeralta1]

I loved this show! I can’t wait for season 2

[@kwakuduah7976]

I must have died and gone to heaven coz WHAT???!!!!😂😂 I’ve been waiting for ages for you guys to watch this 😢😢. Talk about dream come true 😂🎉🎉

[@sashakhrlmv]

omg finally youre reacting to the best show ever! also nobody here is good or bad, don't forget that they are vampires )

[@Dotthel]

So excited for you to watch this!! Just in time for the second season!!

[@RazetheAxolotl]

Woohoooooo I'm so excited for more! Thank you for choosing this!

[@beccaelizabeth9168]

Can not wait to watch this with you guys!!!😍

[@SubKween]

I hope Zuff is on the quick road to recovery 🙏🏼

[@babyjki444]

yesss he needs to make more music, time in a tree is my fave lol.

[@deadpoetstodd]

If you guys want another short show i really recommend Mary and George! it is insane and so well acted

[@user-gc8vg6qn8v]

Wow. I'm so excited you guys are doing this!

[@winie9978]

Finally my favorite show of 2022,the only reason i don't want to literally kill Lestat is because this show is based on Luis's perspective,but am obsessed with it and can't wait for season 2❤❤❤❤thanks guys for choosing IWTV and you're in for a crazy ride

[@patriciaramirez2982]

personally I think how lestat convinced Louis to say yes was well #1 obviously Louis was already in a very vulnerable position feeling depressed and rejected by both his family and society while lestat is here saying he loves him and that he can love him forever but #2 I also believe that lestat was using some compulsion powers also cause as much as Louis could love him or whatever how could he have ignored what lestat did in the church plus him possibly making his brother off himself

[@mandipandi303]

The show is nothing like the books, but I still like it as its own thing. I do love how they took the gay subtext and made it plot like Anne Rice wished

[@iwillcry]

super excited for u to be watching this show, it leaped right into my top 5 shows. the two leads are incredible!

[@inallthechaos2774]

You guys are sweethearts :) I enjoyed watching again with you.

[@kilbx]

Oh perfect, since you guys know jacob work as raleigh ritchie, watch the series with the songs bloodsport and the last romance in mind, and everything will make more sense about what's to come! lol after all "loving you is a bloodsport yeah yeah..." hehe

[@DeMonDog68]

I don't know if its just me, but I didn't read Lestat as compelling people. I don't think he compelled Louis to accept his dark gift. He spoke to a man who was utterly broken and basically affirmed him as a person deserving of being loved for who he is and in that moment it was all he hang to cling to so he went with it cause anything else was better than what he had been feeling. He obviously gets in people's head, but it just seems like his private way of conversing or in some cases unnerving others maybe? Lestat that whole last scene was telling Louis to come to him in his head, but he didn't. From what I saw could tell in the episode, Lestat very much looks down upon being dishonest and I would think it is very out of character for him to lie about anything cause he sees it as shameful to hide yourself. As far as Paul, I think his belief that the Devil was here was his trigger to say I'm out and he even made a point of making sure his family was okay in his eyes before going through with it. He asked if Louis believed Levi loved and would give everything of himself for his sister. He made sure that Louis was no longer associated with the Devil. He was saying his goodbye that whole scene and his final words were I love you to his brother. So with all that being said and with it seeming like Lestat doesn't have the power to compel (unless that comes up later or something haha), it didn't seem to me that he had anything to do with Paul's death.

[@heatherteasdale9229]

The whole thing with the whole '49' years later set-up is that it allows deniability for readers of the original novels. The first book came out in 1973, and was supposed to be an interview between Louis and Daniel - in this we see a similar story, but with room for adjustment, as Louis finally tells a 'more truthful' version.

[@chaotic7cam]

Anne Rice is the mother of modern day vampires. She was the one that made them human and beautiful, instead of just a monster like Dracula. TVD would not exist without Anne’s influence. This is honestly a great series of books. I’d recommend reading them after as there are a lot of changes.

[@Yourstrulyava]

Oooh! Im excited for this reaction video lol 😊 I opened KZbin at the perfect time 😅

[@yourlittledogtoo]

FINALLY! I've been waiting for you guys to react to this.