Alfonso Bresciani/AMC
Spoiler alert!
In addition, much of the books subtext is now text in the show.
Its the first time Lestat has physically abused Louis onscreen or in the pages of Rices book.
Alfonso Bresciani/AMC
Prior to this, Louis and Claudia always suffered a great deal of psychological andemotional abuseat Lestats hands.
However, this was always subtle enough that it could be justified.
The same is true of Louis inInterview with the Vampire.
Instead, theyre attractive, seductive, and misunderstood.
They are the most human of all supernatural creatures.
Meanwhile, Lestat is shown to be the originator of at least one famous musical composition.
Clearly immortality has its advantages.
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This turns romance with a vampire into the ultimate fantasy.
Letting go, surrendering, and being vulnerable are not especially popular in our culture.
However when this occurs with fictional vampires and the people they hunt… it fulfills that fantasy.
Louis narration encourages viewers identification with him, enabling them to experience his relationship with Lestat through his eyes.
Does Romanticizing Vampires Lead to Acceptance of Real-Life Abuse?
On the other hand, People in real-life abusive relationships may not desire their abusive partner sexually.
These people want to get out of the arms of an abuser and they feel stuck.
They may not necessarily want to get out of the arms of a vampire.
Yet, the scene also brings a new element of horror into a romantic vampire narrative.
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