This was an out of body experience in a way. Give us multiple seasons. It took too long already to get this show out. It was everything I wanted and more since I was a queer teen. Soooo good. Period.
Didn't it feel like a fever dream? I can hardly believe its real and we all get to experience these characters in 2022 in this way. Season 2 couldn't come fast enough!!!
@@gilsurf8 No exactly, dare I say there will never be another Lestat like his (and I’ve always been a huge fan of Tom Cruise’s Lestat) Sam embodies him in such a way that it literally feels as if the character has leaped off the page. He IS Lestat. So we need to see as much of his story that can possibly be filmed. I can’t even imagine what we as a fandom will do when we get Sam as Rockstar Lestat.
@@shadowseer07 I felt the same way while watching the scene where Louis meets Lestat for the first time. His performance had me spellbound, not only due to his attractiveness, but because of the way he nailed Lestat’s mannerisms and vivacious personality. There was a hint of Lestat the young man, the dreamer. Sam’s performance, especially in that scene, gives me goosebumps. He’s so spot on it’s spooky!
Oh, it's something else. I'm amazed to come find the interviews and realise it's ... just how he talks! I assumed he was doing it for the show. He embodies Lestat so amazingly well. It's like he was made to play him.
This man is a superb actor. I was pleasantly surprised to learn that he's the actor that played the love interest in Belle. His interpretation of Lestat was so riveting.
Sam Reid is the Lestat the fans have been waiting for!!! I cannot get over what an incredible performance he gave! Truly understands and embodied our Brat Prince!!! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
I love the depth of knowledge and interpretation that Sam has of the characters and what he’s portraying.. my heart is actually soft for hearing that Lestat IS proud of Claudia in his weird way for what happened at the end🥹❤️
and it makes so much sense to hear! he knew she was plotting, he knew she was incredibly smart, literally beating him at a board game he taught her to play that he never imagined he’d lose. part of his accepting the attempt on his life is accepting claudia’s role in it. and in s2, we see him proud of her during the trial; saying he sees the best of his vampiric self in her. he told the coven not to underestimate her. uggghh i wish they’d gotten a better outcome between the two of them 😭
Sam Reid as Lestat is the highlight ( and there are many) of the series. He gave such a hypnotic and other worldly performance. I am obsessed with him.
Despite Lestat's socio pathology, Sam Reid's performance makes Lestat all the more endearing, in my eyes. He does all the wrong things for all the right reasons. At bottom, Lestat is genuinely in love with Louis. Fans of the show react to the physical abuse perpetrated by Lestat. Yet totally overlook Louis' years of verbal and emotional abusive behavior. Both are guilty of mishandling the relationship.
I know, right - every time they did a close up on Sam/Lestat, I would actually find my myself leaning forward as if in a trance... And, as I watch reactors to this (if they haven't edited it out) they too are entranced and snap out of it with a laugh and have no idea they were "entranced"
@@ValyTraveler I usually don't watch reaction videos but I have to admit that I went back a couple of times and rewatched the last scene again just to make sure that I got it correctly. Got an example of one of those "entranced and snap out of it" videos?
@@Elaiyel Yes! This. 100%. I watched the first series twice and I really felt that yes, Lestat is an attention seeker and he can be very selfish but, he gave Jacob Claudia even though he knew it wasn't right and he didn't want to. He wanted to keep Louis happy. And it's not his fault that Claudia does what she does (killing Charlie etc) but he gets the blame because he did what Louis wanted and made her a vampire. Lestat just embraces himself fully - he enjoys being a vampire and accepts that he is a "monster" and he can't understand why the others can't do the same. He was being neglected and ignored by Louis all the time. So yeah, I don't see Lestat as a bad guy overall. Edit: Also, in the fight scene in episode 5, you can hear Lestat say "let's stop this fighting. I'm really trying to restrain myself" and then they come crashing through the wall again so it almost seems that Louis started it again maybe?
He’s such a hottie in this show. The fact he also grew out his hair to the play Lestat show the amount of dedication he put into this role. Lestat was always my favorite vampire and Sam is truly the personification. Can’t wait to see where the writers take us to in the next season.
Sam Reid seems like a pretty awesome person. Love how he genuinely he answered the questions and how nonchalantly he mentioned that Lestat was trying to make a good impression on the man he loves and who he wants to love him. I think him having that mindset & just playing a person in love made the series so intriguing & captivating and truly enamoured the audience. Great work Sam🏆
I adore Sam Reid. He inspired me so much to learn the piano. I really really love his acting in this show. He and Jacob Anderson really outdid themselves. They’re so talented and they broke my heart this season. I love them so much. This show..I knew it would be amazing. It’s way better than the movie.
I love how he was aware fans would be affected by the violence in ep 5 but it was needed to give Louis good reason for "killings" him in the end.He also touched on Season 2 and how he's looking forward to some scenes in Paris.....am sure those who have read the books knows what he's talking about, others like me have to wait and see🤔🤔🤔🤔
He is enchanting as Lestat. He played this sooooooo well ugh….. his adaptation helped me understand the character more. He’s My FAVORITE FICTIONAL CHARACTER!!!!
Plus he has revealed in earlier interviews he read Anne Rice's books at an early age and loved them so he has even more of a personal stake in getting Lestat right.
Honestly ever since he first came on to the screen with his Lestat, I am falling head over heels in love with this man! And Sam's voice is liquid gold! 🥰🥰🥰
I love that we're finally getting long video interviews. I understand that the super short and shallow "why gay?" clips are also part of the promotion they have to do but the ones where they just let the actors talk are what we really need.
I loved that he commented on the fans reaction on episode five, because is so extreme and his answer was so considerate. He really cares so much about this character! I didn´t think about Lestat being proud of Claudia but after he said it I´m pretty sure this is what Lestat felt and in the books this is there Congratulations!
I agree , I was obsessed with Sam Reid as Lestat. But watching and hearing all his interviews , I got obsessed with Sam Reid. It’s not healthy but there it is.
Thoughtful interview from Sam as always. He is truly a gem. Protect this man at all costs and give him his damn EMMY (him and Jacob). Also, kudos to the interviewer who created a wonderful atmosphere and allowed Sam to really mine into his thoughts. Amazing!
This show is absolutely amazing, Written so phenomenally by Ann Rice. Sam, Jacob, and Bailey give such a fantastic performance and bring these characters to life. I am absolutely obsessed, I honestly can say I have watched each Episode at least 4 times. Thank everyone that made this show happen, AMC is the bomb this show is amazing, and well made. Dare I say Flawless!! Yes I do dare say flawless beyond compare to anything recently I have see .And if AMC needs another Vampire role to be filled to help Lestat's character come back and heal to be a Companion/Daughter to his character I am right here just saying!🙋♀️😁 Cant wait for the next season and hope for many many more!.
Absolutely love this handsome amazing smooth talented actor...PERIOD.🌹❤ Sam Reid is the perfect Estat...no one else could play the part...no one. A love story that is beautiful, exciting and compassionate. Can't wait to see Season 2 and more. Lestat and Louis must remain together forever...the most beautiful Vampires ever seen in any vampire movie 🌹❤. Love this series🌹❤
This series drew me in from the very first episode!. So much so, that I just re-watched the movie, as my initial viewing was so long ago. I must say the performances, mood & structure of that story was world's apart from the series! My first impression of the film had been, it was just OK (as Tom was miscast). That impression remains the same. As Tom had 'played' Lestat as a flat out psycho-vamp. In contrast, Sam Reid actually 'became' our Lestat. He successfully delivered a multi- layered & downright heartfelt performance, as was warranted. Where in Brad Pitt appeared to sleep-walk as Louie. Jacob Anderson retained a sincere vulnerability throughout the series. The only performance that actually remained exceptional as per both adaptions was that of Claudia. KUDO's to each of the actresses! I loved this series so much, I have re-watched many episodes!. Also, in anticipation of the second season. l'm picking up the next 4 books from the public library (never read them). Much like the masses... I just cannot wait!!
Sam Reid did a really good job in Hatfields and McCoys, maybe too good, I thought no way he can play Lestat, I had been reading Anne Rice's characters since the 90s. Lestat was always that brat prince, aristocrattey if that's a word. But once again, he nailed it. I'd have never thought it was the same actor on both shows if not seeing him in both shows. He's done a great job, I cant wait to see him in future episodes.
Finally, I have been waiting for someone to bring to life these immortal creatures to life from Anne Rice. I remember reading the first few pages of the first book and I was hooked! I read all the vampire chronicles throughout the years and this adaptation is refreshing yet holds the very essence of the original story. This is the way Lestat should be portrayed not like the garbage TC did years ago. Can't wait for the next season......but I am waiting for the third season, when lestats story will be told.....Can't wait for the wolf killer saga to be told.....Lestat is alive and well.
I hope we don't have to wait for the 3rd season for Lestat's backstory to be told. I think they could alternate episodes from his backstory with Louis and Claudia's experiences in Europe. What happens to them there derives from a lot of Lestat's backstory. Sam Reid is too valuable an actor to use sparingly in the 2nd season.
Toms version is what Sam went from, when sam explodes in his anger scenes you can really hear it, But Sam is a more multi- dimensional version of Lestat while Tom is a more Darker intense versionof Lestat. Both are incredible acting.
I'm curious how they are going to incorporate the Teatro de vampiros into the storyline since they will be going to Europe in the 1940s during WW2. It will be intresting...
@@facelesswoman6975I think/ hope so. The writers will include the second book in the season 2 otherwise we would not see Lestat at all 😱😭. Very curious how they will manage it.
MAN! Sam Reid plays Lestat, from the books, to a T! He plays a narcissistic, arrogant, sociopath so damn well, that I am in awe when he is on the screen.
Absolutely love this series! I cannot wait for season 2! I'm really hoping we get to see this show fleshed out over several seasons to really get to see Anne's Immortal Universe on screen.
Love this interview so much, thanks to the interviewer's open and interesting questions and Sam's thoughtful and in-depth answers! Just a joy to listen to him talk tbh, about a character (and show) he obviously loves so much! Thank you!
This was a refreshing interview. Sam should be quite proud of his performance as per IWTV as well as Jacob. Who stated in a recent interview, that Sam was still walking like Lestat (after filming). Did our beautiful boy get a bit too caught up in/by Lestat??
I was touched to hear he was aware of the reaction against episode 5 - I still don't think the DV was necessary to motivate Lestat's murder, which is the only cited excuse for its inclusion, but at least the cast knew it would be problematic.
Yeah, the explanation doesn’t match up. Louis was tortured 9 years before the finale. The catalyst was Claudia being taken from the train and kept prisoner. It’s just icky storytelling wise, like when tv shows would use rape to be about the perpetrators redemption arc. Also, it’s explicitly stated in the show that Louis actually spared Lestat, even knowing he was dooming Claudia, gave him a little neck slice and sent him to his coffin to recuperate. It was a loving act, not 1/100th as brutal in the way it was filmed as his own near death experience. Lestats face was untouched, he was hugged and not dragged, his emotions during it were pride at Claudia and acceptance/love for Louis. He was an admitted participant and allowed it to happen, where Louis didnt have that choice and only felt terror. So I also don’t buy that Louis needed that extreme level of DV to be done to him to that point of being able to murder, because he never even did. He saved his life.
@@ThaSweetHart Bingo. The issue is that the DV gets in the way of people blindly lusting after a complete narcissist who is extremely manipulative. It is a toxic relationship between two people that probably shouldn't have ended up together but are now tied together for eternity. The truth is the DV just becomes inconvenient for people's fantasies of being in a relationship with Lestat.
@@ThaSweetHart this. also how some of Lestat's fans weren't treating his other forms of abuse as that before ep 5 and babying him wasn't good. So in a way I'm glad they showed that point blank without leaving any to continue making excuses for him.
@@fizzychizzy In fact almost all of Anne Rice's vampires are toxic, they are monsters after all, no real humans, so they will always be in unhealthy relationships, that's how it goes! If you want to see a fairy tale, go to Twilight.
I can't wait to see Lestat's point of view in seasons to come as this was all told from Claudia's and Louis' viewpoint.I think Rolin said season 3 will give us that.
I have been an Anne Rice for years. I read the Lestat books when the first came out 30 some years ago. This series is far superior than the movie. Sam Reid IS Lestat!
This man is an amazing actor..I would love to see him play a Christian Grey type of character ..Love the way the cast have paved thier own way in this series
Sam Reid took piano lessons and learned how to speak Italian and French and he also sang and he sang this song Come To Me and its so seductive**** Bravo Sam he really did a great job and he was Lestat.. better than Tom Cruise did.
I have enjoyed it. You did well capturing Lestate’s alluring charm and brutal cruelty to those he begat. I hope this series continues or creates new series of “The vampire Lestate” and “Queen of the damned.” I am a big Anne Rice fan. There were changes but it felt like Anne Rice writing from our time period. Given license she would have been so more honest.
At first glance of this show I hated that they'd remake something so well done in 1994.... then I kept watching. Sam's portrayal of Lestat is epic and much closer to the Lestat in book 2 of the chronicles. Happy he integrated some of the back story, the accent is accurate, the temper, the physicality of an aristocrat AND a skilled wolf killer, etc. It's more accurate for me. I also was, at first, upset about Louis being a pimp yet supposedly being the humane one.... yet Brad Pitt/the book's Louis owned slaves. So they're both hypocrites I suppose and it actually does translate once you realize that. Great job, Sam!
Although I will say that no one will out-Claudia K Dunst :). She's 5 in the books and keeps getting aged up and loses the shock value. Tough to find a young actress that can pull it off I'm sure. Teens are not as shocking as a vampire 5 year old but still an entertaining piece.
@@rameyer3 You're talking about a character that has a huge role (lots of screen time) but never ages. There's simply no way to do that with an actual child. For a movie, you're lucky if the child's features don't substantially change during the filming. With a tv series, where filming goes on for years, you either age the character up or you write them out. And Claudia is too central a character to ever be written out.
Great interview. Interesting perspectives about Lestat, from Sam. I LOVE the show and I can't wait for series 3. Sam is divine. Anne would love him in this role.
People's reactions to that "domestic abuse" episode really had me scratching my head. They were using terminology that is usually used for real life humans and judging these vampires as if they were judging real life human beings. They forget that these are murderous monsters that on occasion show human qualities. People are ok with them murdering people, but god forbid they assault their partner. I feel like audiences today want every character on their screen to be emotionally mature and completely unproblematic.
Reid's points about the domestic abuse were interesting. The fandom went nuts over a guy who ripped off a man's jaw and getting beat up by his boyfriend. It's kind of madness when you think of it. LOL.
I am amazed that in a country that is full of violence, from sports to movies to music to TV to real life mass shootings, people freaked out over episode 5. How did GOT or American Horror Show stay so popular for so long? How do Marvel movies make billions ? This is quite confusing. Personally, I don't watch or participate in things that offend my sensibilities. Then I don't have to worry. But that is just me, I can be very differentiated. As Dr. Honda says, "we all deserve therapy ".
I think it was less to do with violence and more to do with how out of character it was. He was manipulative and toxic but never an abuser. Even Sam was shocked when he read the script but then he said he sees the vision his character will take and has complete faith in Rolin. And that was the point many many fans just turned 180 on Lestat and felt no sympathy for when he died even tho the book makes you feel sad. Now the unreliable narrator trope comes into picture with Louis' distorted memories, so what actually went down that night. But after watching multiple interviews i do think that 'fight' actually did happen and they added it for shock value to like completely villainize lestat. Sam did mention that his redemption arc is on the way so fingers crossed. In very curious to see how unreliable Louis is and what role Armand plays in this
@@memoryisamonster I love a good read, thank you. I am aware of what you are saying. We know Lestat never physically hurt Louis. It's just a statement of curiosity to all the " clutching of the pearls ", I have been reading. That's all, just questions. Which I was always told , if you don't know....ask. So, there it is, I said it. I think we should question everything we saw this season. Armand does have the power to control others thoughts. And because we know what he has done, without that why would Louis be around him? So, we look forward to season 2. Have a blessed day.🌹🌷🌹
@@memoryisamonster just throwing in my two cents here for fun. I haven't read the books, so I can only really speak to the show's characterization of Lestat, but to me it wasn't surprising when the manipulation and emotional abuse turned physical. It was the compounding of a lot of different variables in both the story and their relationship and I personally think it made sense. It's obviously not healthy or good, but both the characters are deeply flawed and traumatized individuals, and sometimes traumatized people are triggered and end up inflicting some part of their trauma on others, even people they love. Hurt people hurt people. I in no way think that's an excuse for what Lestat did, but I absolutely think it tracks with what we've been told about his past and his trauma, as well as the anger and abandonment issues he's been shown to have. And (since this is fiction and not real life) I don't see it as a point of no return for either him or his and Louis' relationship, nor do I think most people do. (At least not based on what I've seen in the fan spaces where I spend my time.) Lestat may be a bastard and I hated him at times and wanted Louis and Claudia to get their revenge on him, but I also wept when he "died". When he was on his knees and simply told Louis "I'm glad it was you" I sobbed. I think the show does a really good job at showing Lestat and all his flaws, and making the viewer love him despite (or even because of) them. Not to mention that Louis actually shares a lot of those flaws. He beats the shit out of Lestat in ep 6 when they have messy make-up sex. We see Louis stab him, and in the very scene he's covered in dried blood and bruises. Louis pins Claudia to the wall by the neck when she tries to burn Lestat, just like Lestat did to her when she tried to take Louis away from him in ep 5. I'm not saying Louis is as bad as Lestat, but neither of them are good people, and I think that's ok. For me personally that just makes for a more compelling story. But then again, I am also a Hannibal fan, which probably speaks volumes about my tastes when it comes to fucked up people in love lmao
@@heathenpotato So beautifully articulated, this is going to be a great day, another person who writes so well. I must say I miss the days of the "letter". You both have gifted me. And how wonderful to share ideas. Thank you. May I add, I totally agree. Have a blessed day.🌹🌷🌹🌷. By the way, where I come from, it's OK 👌 to like what you like. No judgment.
@@jordanparker657 "We know Lestat never physically hurt Louis." - That's not true. Lestat slapped Louis directly after turning him. It's been a while since I read the book but people said that there were other occasions too. Anne's vampires are often violent towards each other, sometimes out of love, sometimes out of anger or frustration. Their emotions are all over the place 24/7, so even a tiny thing can turn into a huge fight. In the real world it's a huge problem when people act like this but these are fictional monsters. In the end violence doesn't mean anything when you heal within just a couple of minutes or hours and you live forever.
Reid's character as Vampire Lestat, isn't as deeply romantic as Cruz, nor is Louie, but it could be because they're multi-sexual. The CWTV Series relays a more powerfully sinister and horrific feeling--- its scary as hell which keeps audiences watching! No doubt Sam Reid has face of an angel, but wait, wasn't Lucifer God's most beautiful angel, originator of poetry (helped King David with Psalms), songs, music, literature, art of all kinds, plays, actors☆☆ Well everything belonging to Creativity until Archangel Michael threw Lucifer was out of heaven becoming Satan with God's approval. Hey, that's a blockbuster movie in an of itself--- STEVIE, WHERE ARE YOU, OLE' COLUMBIA GRADUATE??(Spielberg) ❤️Linda
I don’t think the death scene was deep enough. It was much better in the movie. You really thought Lestat is dead. Here … you knew he’s not. But it was a great episode apart from that. I was like this throughout the whole season, some of the scenes I loved some was better in the book or film. It’s just my opinion. I use to be obsessed with the movie, I wanted to be obsessed with this too. I’m enjoying it but not that blown away. The changes bug me.
they cant go strictly off the book or movie because it would be impossible for it to be a multi season show. plus if they did that you would already know exactly whats going to happen everytime a major event happens. i love how at times its with the book and movie and at times its it own original material.
I will definitely go to against all the comments... 😉 But I would like this wonderful actor to leave the Lestat costume behind a little to move towards more substantial roles... For example, to take on the skin of a Dorian Gray. Or embody characters from Russian literature, or from the work of Balzac.... Gentlemen screenwriters and film directors or theater directors, what are you waiting for to get to work? You have here an actor who has substance...! As much as charisma... Without a doubt, Sam Raid is made to embody characters that are sometimes ambiguous, but all in elegance... An extraterrestrial in this world of vulgarity...!
A thoughtful and interesting interview, without rehashing the same questions we've heard so many times. Thank you to the host and Sam!
There is nothing sexier than a man who is insanely attractive, highly intelligent, and incredible at his craft.
AGREED!!
Right?!
All of This
That's how I feel about him he is so gorgeous more attractive in front of the camera when he is perfoming.
And doesn't know how absolutely gorgeous he really is
This was an out of body experience in a way. Give us multiple seasons. It took too long already to get this show out. It was everything I wanted and more since I was a queer teen. Soooo good. Period.
Didn't it feel like a fever dream? I can hardly believe its real and we all get to experience these characters in 2022 in this way. Season 2 couldn't come fast enough!!!
Yes, Sam Reid as Lestat should not be wasted. His performance deserve atleast 5 seasons. It’ll be such a waste if we don’t get to see Lestat’s arc.
@@gilsurf8 No exactly, dare I say there will never be another Lestat like his (and I’ve always been a huge fan of Tom Cruise’s Lestat) Sam embodies him in such a way that it literally feels as if the character has leaped off the page. He IS Lestat. So we need to see as much of his story that can possibly be filmed. I can’t even imagine what we as a fandom will do when we get Sam as Rockstar Lestat.
@@shadowseer07 YES to all of the above
@@shadowseer07 I felt the same way while watching the scene where Louis meets Lestat for the first time. His performance had me spellbound, not only due to his attractiveness, but because of the way he nailed Lestat’s mannerisms and vivacious personality. There was a hint of Lestat the young man, the dreamer. Sam’s performance, especially in that scene, gives me goosebumps. He’s so spot on it’s spooky!
Sam's voice is just pure magic 😌
Wait wait, they r filming season 2?
@@daichisawamura8016 next year they start filming
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Oh, it's something else. I'm amazed to come find the interviews and realise it's ... just how he talks! I assumed he was doing it for the show. He embodies Lestat so amazingly well. It's like he was made to play him.
This man is a superb actor. I was pleasantly surprised to learn that he's the actor that played the love interest in Belle. His interpretation of Lestat was so riveting.
Sam Reid is the Lestat the fans have been waiting for!!! I cannot get over what an incredible performance he gave! Truly understands and embodied our Brat Prince!!!
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Couldn’t agree more, he really embodies Lestat in every fashion
Totally agree 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰. Where has he been all our lives.
@@darlene5216 apparently in a farm in the Australian outback...who knew! Lol 😆 🤣
@@laureneras9523 Heehee🤭🤭🤭🤭🤭🤭🤭😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
It's remarkable. I'm so grateful!
I love the depth of knowledge and interpretation that Sam has of the characters and what he’s portraying.. my heart is actually soft for hearing that Lestat IS proud of Claudia in his weird way for what happened at the end🥹❤️
and it makes so much sense to hear! he knew she was plotting, he knew she was incredibly smart, literally beating him at a board game he taught her to play that he never imagined he’d lose. part of his accepting the attempt on his life is accepting claudia’s role in it. and in s2, we see him proud of her during the trial; saying he sees the best of his vampiric self in her. he told the coven not to underestimate her. uggghh i wish they’d gotten a better outcome between the two of them 😭
Sam Reid as Lestat is the highlight ( and there are many) of the series. He gave such a hypnotic and other worldly performance. I am obsessed with him.
Despite Lestat's socio pathology, Sam Reid's performance makes Lestat all the more endearing, in my eyes. He does all the wrong things for all the right reasons. At bottom, Lestat is genuinely in love with Louis. Fans of the show react to the physical abuse perpetrated by Lestat. Yet totally overlook Louis' years of verbal and emotional abusive behavior. Both are guilty of mishandling the relationship.
I know, right - every time they did a close up on Sam/Lestat, I would actually find my myself leaning forward as if in a trance... And, as I watch reactors to this (if they haven't edited it out) they too are entranced and snap out of it with a laugh and have no idea they were "entranced"
@@ValyTraveler I usually don't watch reaction videos but I have to admit that I went back a couple of times and rewatched the last scene again just to make sure that I got it correctly. Got an example of one of those "entranced and snap out of it" videos?
Agree 💯
@@Elaiyel Yes! This. 100%. I watched the first series twice and I really felt that yes, Lestat is an attention seeker and he can be very selfish but, he gave Jacob Claudia even though he knew it wasn't right and he didn't want to. He wanted to keep Louis happy. And it's not his fault that Claudia does what she does (killing Charlie etc) but he gets the blame because he did what Louis wanted and made her a vampire. Lestat just embraces himself fully - he enjoys being a vampire and accepts that he is a "monster" and he can't understand why the others can't do the same. He was being neglected and ignored by Louis all the time. So yeah, I don't see Lestat as a bad guy overall.
Edit: Also, in the fight scene in episode 5, you can hear Lestat say "let's stop this fighting. I'm really trying to restrain myself" and then they come crashing through the wall again so it almost seems that Louis started it again maybe?
He’s such a hottie in this show. The fact he also grew out his hair to the play Lestat show the amount of dedication he put into this role. Lestat was always my favorite vampire and Sam is truly the personification. Can’t wait to see where the writers take us to in the next season.
He looks really good with long hair 🥰
we need to see the longer version of louis and lestat’s first meeting 😭
Same, I want all the deleted scenes, ALL OF THEM😂
Sam Reid seems like a pretty awesome person. Love how he genuinely he answered the questions and how nonchalantly he mentioned that Lestat was trying to make a good impression on the man he loves and who he wants to love him. I think him having that mindset & just playing a person in love made the series so intriguing & captivating and truly enamoured the audience. Great work Sam🏆
every interview he gives is so thoughtful, impassioned, and insightful 🥺
I adore Sam Reid. He inspired me so much to learn the piano. I really really love his acting in this show. He and Jacob Anderson really outdid themselves. They’re so talented and they broke my heart this season. I love them so much. This show..I knew it would be amazing. It’s way better than the movie.
Sam Reid's portrayal of Lestat and his relationship with Louis was everything! They did a superb job. Can't wait until season 2.
I like him a lot from his interviews. And he's so careful with possible spoilers. "Some vampire... theater"
They really did cast the perfect Lestat, his charm, dedication and knowledge of the source material - just amazing!!
I love how he was aware fans would be affected by the violence in ep 5 but it was needed to give Louis good reason for "killings" him in the end.He also touched on Season 2 and how he's looking forward to some scenes in Paris.....am sure those who have read the books knows what he's talking about, others like me have to wait and see🤔🤔🤔🤔
He is enchanting as Lestat. He played this sooooooo well ugh….. his adaptation helped me understand the character more. He’s My FAVORITE FICTIONAL CHARACTER!!!!
I love these interviews with him. He's very sweet and humble and he gives great answers.🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
Plus he has revealed in earlier interviews he read Anne Rice's books at an early age and loved them so he has even more of a personal stake in getting Lestat right.
@@facelesswoman6975 Yes. That's true and he got it right.🥰🥰🥰🥰
Honestly ever since he first came on to the screen with his Lestat, I am falling head over heels in love with this man! And Sam's voice is liquid gold! 🥰🥰🥰
I love that we're finally getting long video interviews. I understand that the super short and shallow "why gay?" clips are also part of the promotion they have to do but the ones where they just let the actors talk are what we really need.
Yes, the script is good, but the actor made it work. Sam should be very proud of his hard work. Becoming a classic.
Sam made the show for me! Excellent actor.
I loved that he commented on the fans reaction on episode five, because is so extreme and his answer was so considerate. He really cares so much about this character! I didn´t think about Lestat being proud of Claudia but after he said it I´m pretty sure this is what Lestat felt and in the books this is there
Congratulations!
So in love with Sam!
Agree! So intelligent and talented. The series is blessed to have him and we are blessed to watch him 😊
I agree , I was obsessed with Sam Reid as Lestat. But watching and hearing all his interviews , I got obsessed with Sam Reid. It’s not healthy but there it is.
@@gilsurf8 Let me just say you are not alone. Join the club? Absolutely beautiful soul
I love Sam so much 😍
@@gilsurf8 LUVVV him!
I love how Sam gives really detailed answers and how engaged he is. You can see that he is a fan of the books, which is why he played Lestat so well
Thoughtful interview from Sam as always. He is truly a gem. Protect this man at all costs and give him his damn EMMY (him and Jacob). Also, kudos to the interviewer who created a wonderful atmosphere and allowed Sam to really mine into his thoughts. Amazing!
Wow, I think this guy would be the perfect actor to play The Witcher!
This show is absolutely amazing, Written so phenomenally by Ann Rice. Sam, Jacob, and Bailey give such a fantastic performance and bring these characters to life. I am absolutely obsessed, I honestly can say I have watched each Episode at least 4 times. Thank everyone that made this show happen, AMC is the bomb this show is amazing, and well made. Dare I say Flawless!! Yes I do dare say flawless beyond compare to anything recently I have see .And if AMC needs another Vampire role to be filled to help Lestat's character come back and heal to be a Companion/Daughter to his character I am right here just saying!🙋♀️😁
Cant wait for the next season and hope for many many more!.
Absolutely love this handsome amazing smooth talented actor...PERIOD.🌹❤ Sam Reid is the perfect Estat...no one else could play the part...no one. A love story that is beautiful, exciting and compassionate. Can't wait to see Season 2 and more. Lestat and Louis must remain together forever...the most beautiful Vampires ever seen in any vampire movie 🌹❤. Love this series🌹❤
This series drew me in from the very first episode!. So much so, that I just re-watched the movie, as my initial viewing was so long ago. I must say the performances, mood & structure of that story was world's apart from the series! My first impression of the film had been, it was just OK (as Tom was miscast). That impression remains the same. As Tom had 'played' Lestat as a flat out psycho-vamp. In contrast, Sam Reid actually 'became' our Lestat. He successfully delivered a multi- layered & downright heartfelt performance, as was warranted. Where in Brad Pitt appeared to sleep-walk as Louie. Jacob Anderson retained a sincere vulnerability throughout the series. The only performance that actually remained exceptional as per both adaptions was that of Claudia. KUDO's to each of the actresses! I loved this series so much, I have re-watched many episodes!. Also, in anticipation of the second season. l'm picking up the next 4 books from the public library (never read them). Much like the masses... I just cannot wait!!
Which 4 books? Interview w the vampire, the vampire lestat and which else?
Thank you Sam Reid for giving us such a beautiful performance. You are beautiful.❤
I agree with you he makes me feel sensational.
Sam gave some very insightful responses in this interview - I love it. And I love his hair like this. And I love him.
Sam Reid did a really good job in Hatfields and McCoys, maybe too good, I thought no way he can play Lestat, I had been reading Anne Rice's characters since the 90s. Lestat was always that brat prince, aristocrattey if that's a word. But once again, he nailed it. I'd have never thought it was the same actor on both shows if not seeing him in both shows. He's done a great job, I cant wait to see him in future episodes.
Seeing him was seeing the Lestat some of us have read about for ages. His performance was brilliant!
Wow, superb performance by Sam! Can't wait to see him in more roles, and more seasons of IWTV! Emmy award for sam as lestat!
“He has primordial blood in him” AKASHA BABYYYY 😜😜😜
Also suddenly realizing that Marius' painting belonged to ARMAND and not Louis at all! ;_________;
What a great interview. Really enjoyed Sam's insights. I could listen to him talk all day.
Finally, I have been waiting for someone to bring to life these immortal creatures to life from Anne Rice. I remember reading the first few pages of the first book and I was hooked! I read all the vampire chronicles throughout the years and this adaptation is refreshing yet holds the very essence of the original story. This is the way Lestat should be portrayed not like the garbage TC did years ago. Can't wait for the next season......but I am waiting for the third season, when lestats story will be told.....Can't wait for the wolf killer saga to be told.....Lestat is alive and well.
I hope we don't have to wait for the 3rd season for Lestat's backstory to be told. I think they could alternate episodes from his backstory with Louis and Claudia's experiences in Europe. What happens to them there derives from a lot of Lestat's backstory. Sam Reid is too valuable an actor to use sparingly in the 2nd season.
Toms version is what Sam went from, when sam explodes in his anger scenes you can really hear it, But Sam is a more multi- dimensional version of Lestat while Tom is a more Darker intense versionof Lestat. Both are incredible acting.
I'm curious how they are going to incorporate the Teatro de vampiros into the storyline since they will be going to Europe in the 1940s during WW2. It will be intresting...
@@facelesswoman6975I think/ hope so. The writers will include the second book in the season 2 otherwise we would not see Lestat at all 😱😭. Very curious how they will manage it.
This series was a freaking masterpiece!! I'm obsessed.
I hope we get to see the unedited version of each episode whenever the DVD is released
And I hope on Dvd we get commentary on the episodes hearing their reactions to the episodes lol.
MAN! Sam Reid plays Lestat, from the books, to a T!
He plays a narcissistic, arrogant, sociopath so damn well, that I am in awe when he is on the screen.
He is so damn beautiful! The white skin and the bright eyes makes him looks as an authentic vampire.
Absolutely love this series! I cannot wait for season 2! I'm really hoping we get to see this show fleshed out over several seasons to really get to see Anne's Immortal Universe on screen.
I am an Anne Rice fanatic ,I think he is a great great Lestat
He was perfect for this role
They pick the perfect actor to play the role.
Sam Laughs:
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I so hope season 2 Lestat the Vampyre becomes the rock star. I so want to see him on stage raging out on the - old ones and those who must be kept.
He looks so handsome ❤
Love this interview so much, thanks to the interviewer's open and interesting questions and Sam's thoughtful and in-depth answers! Just a joy to listen to him talk tbh, about a character (and show) he obviously loves so much! Thank you!
great interview. thank you so much. he is WONDERFUL
This was a refreshing interview. Sam should be quite proud of his performance as per IWTV as well as Jacob. Who stated in a recent interview, that Sam was still walking like Lestat (after filming). Did our beautiful boy get a bit too caught up in/by Lestat??
I was touched to hear he was aware of the reaction against episode 5 - I still don't think the DV was necessary to motivate Lestat's murder, which is the only cited excuse for its inclusion, but at least the cast knew it would be problematic.
Yeah, the explanation doesn’t match up. Louis was tortured 9 years before the finale. The catalyst was Claudia being taken from the train and kept prisoner. It’s just icky storytelling wise, like when tv shows would use rape to be about the perpetrators redemption arc. Also, it’s explicitly stated in the show that Louis actually spared Lestat, even knowing he was dooming Claudia, gave him a little neck slice and sent him to his coffin to recuperate. It was a loving act, not 1/100th as brutal in the way it was filmed as his own near death experience. Lestats face was untouched, he was hugged and not dragged, his emotions during it were pride at Claudia and acceptance/love for Louis. He was an admitted participant and allowed it to happen, where Louis didnt have that choice and only felt terror. So I also don’t buy that Louis needed that extreme level of DV to be done to him to that point of being able to murder, because he never even did. He saved his life.
There didn’t need to be an excuse. None of it was outside the realm of possibility for a character like Lestat.
@@ThaSweetHart Bingo. The issue is that the DV gets in the way of people blindly lusting after a complete narcissist who is extremely manipulative. It is a toxic relationship between two people that probably shouldn't have ended up together but are now tied together for eternity. The truth is the DV just becomes inconvenient for people's fantasies of being in a relationship with Lestat.
@@ThaSweetHart this. also how some of Lestat's fans weren't treating his other forms of abuse as that before ep 5 and babying him wasn't good. So in a way I'm glad they showed that point blank without leaving any to continue making excuses for him.
@@fizzychizzy In fact almost all of Anne Rice's vampires are toxic, they are monsters after all, no real humans, so they will always be in unhealthy relationships, that's how it goes! If you want to see a fairy tale, go to Twilight.
I can't wait to see Lestat's point of view in seasons to come as this was all told from Claudia's and Louis' viewpoint.I think Rolin said season 3 will give us that.
Falling into his voice, lovely! Oh thank you for all of what is being created for very long time Anne Rice lovers. Beautiful.
He Did An Amazing Job Playing Loustat!!! 💯❤️
True
He is my mind’s Lestat made incarnate. What a treat this has been! And God, his hair! ❤️❤️❤️ It looks so soft. I’ll bet it’s sooo soft 😆😘 Sigh ❤️
I have been an Anne Rice for years. I read the Lestat books when the first came out 30 some years ago. This series is far superior than the movie. Sam Reid IS Lestat!
A really wonderful interview. Excellent questions.
This man is an amazing actor..I would love to see him play a Christian Grey type of character ..Love the way the cast have paved thier own way in this series
Hello :) Have you seen The newsreader? he's very good at playing sweet characters as well.
What I want to know is are they filming the next part yet? I need more ASAP!
Is it me or can anyone else tell Sam can sing the more you hear him speak. You can hear it even on “Newsreader.”
He's shy :)
I have several fave actors, and Sam Reid has joined the group!
He is so sweet!!
Sam Reid took piano lessons and learned how to speak Italian and French and he also sang and he sang this song Come To Me and its so seductive**** Bravo Sam he really did a great job and he was Lestat.. better than Tom Cruise did.
I have enjoyed it. You did well capturing Lestate’s alluring charm and brutal cruelty to those he begat. I hope this series continues or creates new series of “The vampire Lestate” and “Queen of the damned.” I am a big Anne Rice fan. There were changes but it felt like Anne Rice writing from our time period. Given license she would have been so more honest.
You were just brilliant being Lastat. Love you♥️♥️
Your will win a grammy. You really know how to play Lestat.
Is impossible not to fall in love with him 😭💖💖💖💖💖
Love him love the show. 😘❣️
At first glance of this show I hated that they'd remake something so well done in 1994.... then I kept watching. Sam's portrayal of Lestat is epic and much closer to the Lestat in book 2 of the chronicles. Happy he integrated some of the back story, the accent is accurate, the temper, the physicality of an aristocrat AND a skilled wolf killer, etc. It's more accurate for me. I also was, at first, upset about Louis being a pimp yet supposedly being the humane one.... yet Brad Pitt/the book's Louis owned slaves. So they're both hypocrites I suppose and it actually does translate once you realize that. Great job, Sam!
Although I will say that no one will out-Claudia K Dunst :). She's 5 in the books and keeps getting aged up and loses the shock value. Tough to find a young actress that can pull it off I'm sure. Teens are not as shocking as a vampire 5 year old but still an entertaining piece.
@@rameyer3 You're talking about a character that has a huge role (lots of screen time) but never ages. There's simply no way to do that with an actual child. For a movie, you're lucky if the child's features don't substantially change during the filming. With a tv series, where filming goes on for years, you either age the character up or you write them out. And Claudia is too central a character to ever be written out.
Sam Reid is the best Lestat EVER!
omg this sweet precious nerd
The interviewer seems so sweet...😊
Perfect for lestat 😍😍😍
Intelligent questions, interesting answers. This was enjoyable
and revealing.
Sam Reid is a thoughtful and appealimg guest.
Adorable too!
Great interview. Interesting perspectives about Lestat, from Sam. I LOVE the show and I can't wait for series 3. Sam is divine. Anne would love him in this role.
I'm hoping for at least 3 good seasons ❤️
Yess enough seasons for when we Louis and Lestat reunite for good 🤞
Lestat was primal in his vampiric ways yet Sam Reid made him endearing and immortalized the character ❤
Fuck he did le'stat justice! ! , Louis, come to coffin!
7:56 “THATS MY DAUGHTER” OMG IM GONNA SOB
Not that it matters, but my cat is named Sam 😂.
0:02 "How ya going?" XD So cute! ☺
People's reactions to that "domestic abuse" episode really had me scratching my head. They were using terminology that is usually used for real life humans and judging these vampires as if they were judging real life human beings. They forget that these are murderous monsters that on occasion show human qualities. People are ok with them murdering people, but god forbid they assault their partner. I feel like audiences today want every character on their screen to be emotionally mature and completely unproblematic.
Hoping for Sam Reid and Jacob Anderson to come to a convention in the near future
SAM REID: The ONLY Actor that can Play James Bond.
He'd make a great Targaryen also
But unfortunately they would rather hire whose popular than someone who's talented as Sam
Can you do another interview with Sam please? :)
This show is what we always deserved
Ele é sensacional, amei a série, já vi 3 vezes, espero a segunda temporada.
He makes me feel sensational inside and out with so beauty.
How he don't have a social media account in this day and age?!
Lestat…self reflection 😂😂😂😂 not the brat prince he’s perfect! Take me!
i’m parasocialing so hard rn
Leora seems so sweet.
Reid's points about the domestic abuse were interesting. The fandom went nuts over a guy who ripped off a man's jaw and getting beat up by his boyfriend. It's kind of madness when you think of it. LOL.
Such a great actor
It is Lestat not Loustat!!
Louis + Lestat = Loustat
I am amazed that in a country that is full of violence, from sports to movies to music to TV to real life mass shootings, people freaked out over episode 5. How did GOT or American Horror Show stay so popular for so long? How do Marvel movies make billions ? This is quite confusing. Personally, I don't watch or participate in things that offend my sensibilities. Then I don't have to worry. But that is just me, I can be very differentiated. As Dr. Honda says, "we all deserve therapy ".
I think it was less to do with violence and more to do with how out of character it was. He was manipulative and toxic but never an abuser. Even Sam was shocked when he read the script but then he said he sees the vision his character will take and has complete faith in Rolin.
And that was the point many many fans just turned 180 on Lestat and felt no sympathy for when he died even tho the book makes you feel sad.
Now the unreliable narrator trope comes into picture with Louis' distorted memories, so what actually went down that night.
But after watching multiple interviews i do think that 'fight' actually did happen and they added it for shock value to like completely villainize lestat.
Sam did mention that his redemption arc is on the way so fingers crossed.
In very curious to see how unreliable Louis is and what role Armand plays in this
@@memoryisamonster I love a good read, thank you. I am aware of what you are saying. We know Lestat never physically hurt Louis. It's just a statement of curiosity to all the " clutching of the pearls ", I have been reading. That's all, just questions. Which I was always told , if you don't know....ask. So, there it is, I said it.
I think we should question everything we saw this season. Armand does have the power to control others thoughts. And because we know what he has done, without that why would Louis be around him?
So, we look forward to season 2. Have a blessed day.🌹🌷🌹
@@memoryisamonster just throwing in my two cents here for fun. I haven't read the books, so I can only really speak to the show's characterization of Lestat, but to me it wasn't surprising when the manipulation and emotional abuse turned physical. It was the compounding of a lot of different variables in both the story and their relationship and I personally think it made sense. It's obviously not healthy or good, but both the characters are deeply flawed and traumatized individuals, and sometimes traumatized people are triggered and end up inflicting some part of their trauma on others, even people they love. Hurt people hurt people.
I in no way think that's an excuse for what Lestat did, but I absolutely think it tracks with what we've been told about his past and his trauma, as well as the anger and abandonment issues he's been shown to have. And (since this is fiction and not real life) I don't see it as a point of no return for either him or his and Louis' relationship, nor do I think most people do. (At least not based on what I've seen in the fan spaces where I spend my time.) Lestat may be a bastard and I hated him at times and wanted Louis and Claudia to get their revenge on him, but I also wept when he "died". When he was on his knees and simply told Louis "I'm glad it was you" I sobbed.
I think the show does a really good job at showing Lestat and all his flaws, and making the viewer love him despite (or even because of) them. Not to mention that Louis actually shares a lot of those flaws. He beats the shit out of Lestat in ep 6 when they have messy make-up sex. We see Louis stab him, and in the very scene he's covered in dried blood and bruises. Louis pins Claudia to the wall by the neck when she tries to burn Lestat, just like Lestat did to her when she tried to take Louis away from him in ep 5. I'm not saying Louis is as bad as Lestat, but neither of them are good people, and I think that's ok. For me personally that just makes for a more compelling story. But then again, I am also a Hannibal fan, which probably speaks volumes about my tastes when it comes to fucked up people in love lmao
@@heathenpotato So beautifully articulated, this is going to be a great day, another person who writes so well. I must say I miss the days of the "letter". You both have gifted me. And how wonderful to share ideas. Thank you.
May I add, I totally agree. Have a blessed day.🌹🌷🌹🌷.
By the way, where I come from, it's OK 👌 to like what you like. No judgment.
@@jordanparker657 "We know Lestat never physically hurt Louis." - That's not true. Lestat slapped Louis directly after turning him. It's been a while since I read the book but people said that there were other occasions too. Anne's vampires are often violent towards each other, sometimes out of love, sometimes out of anger or frustration. Their emotions are all over the place 24/7, so even a tiny thing can turn into a huge fight. In the real world it's a huge problem when people act like this but these are fictional monsters. In the end violence doesn't mean anything when you heal within just a couple of minutes or hours and you live forever.
Reid's character as Vampire Lestat, isn't as deeply romantic as Cruz, nor is Louie, but it could be because they're multi-sexual. The CWTV Series relays a more powerfully sinister and horrific feeling--- its scary as hell which keeps audiences watching! No doubt Sam Reid has face of an angel, but wait, wasn't Lucifer God's most beautiful angel, originator of poetry (helped King David with Psalms), songs, music, literature, art of all kinds, plays, actors☆☆ Well everything belonging to Creativity until Archangel Michael threw Lucifer was out of heaven becoming Satan with God's approval. Hey, that's a blockbuster movie in an of itself--- STEVIE, WHERE ARE YOU, OLE' COLUMBIA GRADUATE??(Spielberg) ❤️Linda
I don’t think the death scene was deep enough. It was much better in the movie. You really thought Lestat is dead. Here … you knew he’s not. But it was a great episode apart from that. I was like this throughout the whole season, some of the scenes I loved some was better in the book or film. It’s just my opinion. I use to be obsessed with the movie, I wanted to be obsessed with this too. I’m enjoying it but not that blown away. The changes bug me.
But I agree Sam as Lestat is better than Tom, and I wouldn’t mention Stuart at all lol
same. But I do love the actors work and the cinematography.
they cant go strictly off the book or movie because it would be impossible for it to be a multi season show. plus if they did that you would already know exactly whats going to happen everytime a major event happens. i love how at times its with the book and movie and at times its it own original material.
Just think of it as a multiverse like DCEU (or MCU). This is the Immortal Extended Universe.
I will definitely go to against all the comments... 😉 But I would like this wonderful actor to leave the Lestat costume behind a little to move towards more substantial roles... For example, to take on the skin of a Dorian Gray. Or embody characters from Russian literature, or from the work of Balzac.... Gentlemen screenwriters and film directors or theater directors, what are you waiting for to get to work? You have here an actor who has substance...! As much as charisma... Without a doubt, Sam Raid is made to embody characters that are sometimes ambiguous, but all in elegance... An extraterrestrial in this world of vulgarity...!
The interviewer was on the verge of fainting..Rightly so..