Interview with the Vampire (1994)
Film · Horror, Drama, Fantasy
Stream itif you enjoy lush gothic melodrama and a philosophical approach to the horror genre.
A lavish and melancholic gothic drama that prioritizes atmosphere and existential angst over traditional horror scares. Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt deliver high-caliber performances in a film that feels both grand in scope and claustrophobically intimate.
What it is about
A vampire relates his epic life story of love, betrayal, loneliness, and dark hunger to an over-curious reporter.
Trailer
What Interview with the Vampire is like, and who it is for
What it is like to watch
Watching this film is like entering a velvet-lined tomb; it is opulent, dark, and deeply theatrical. The pace is deliberate, prioritising the heavy emotional weight of immortality over sudden shocks. It captures a sense of decadence and decay through gorgeous costume design and candlelight, creating an atmosphere that feels both expansive across centuries and intensely claustrophobic in its domestic drama. The intensity stems from the simmering tension between its leads rather than physical action.
Who it is for, and who should skip it
This is for viewers who prefer their monsters to be articulate and tragic rather than mindless killers. It will appeal to fans of period dramas who don't mind a generous splash of gore. However, those seeking a fast-paced action-horror or a traditional fright-fest should skip it, as the focus remains firmly on existential suffering. One honest caveat is that the dialogue can occasionally veer into the overly flowery and self-indulgent, matching the flamboyant nature of its protagonists.
The right evening for it
It suits a rainy night when you want to disappear into a rich, immersive world. It is perfect for pairing with a glass of red wine and a quiet house.
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How Interview with the Vampire leaves you
One line on the mood it ends on, with no plot. Some people count that as a spoiler, so it stays hidden until you ask.
It leaves you with a lingering sense of melancholy and the cold chill of loneliness. You will likely feel thoughtful regarding the burden of memory and the fatigue of living too long.
Stills
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Interview with the Vampire soundtrack
Music by Elliot Goldenthal
Interview With the Vampire (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
Elliot Goldenthal · 1994 · 19 tracks
Listen on Apple Music- 1Libera Me (feat. American Boy Choir)
- 2Born to Darkness, Pt. 1
- 3Lestat's Tarantella
- 4Madeleine's Lament
- 5Claudia's Allegro Agitato
- 6Escape to Paris
- 7Marche Funebre
- 8Lestat's Recitative
- 9Santiango's Waltz
- 10Theatre des vampires
Album and songs from Apple Music.
Awards
Interview with the Vampire won Best Cinematography at the BAFTAs. It was nominated at the Oscars.
Oscars
- Nominated: Best Original Score · 1995
- Nominated: Best Production Design · 1995
BAFTAs
- Won: Best Cinematography · 1995
2 other awards and nominationsShow
- Won: MTV Movie Award for Best Breakthrough Performance · 1995
- Won: Saturn Award for Best Performance by a Younger Actor · Kirsten Dunst · 1995
From Wikidata, which can miss some.
Questions people ask
- Is Interview with the Vampire a tense film?
- Yes. On Watchlist Boosted it is tagged Tense, with an authentic streak. A lavish and melancholic gothic drama that prioritizes atmosphere and existential angst over traditional horror scares. Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt deliver high-caliber performances in a film that feels both grand in scope and claustrophobically intimate.
- How long is Interview with the Vampire?
- Interview with the Vampire runs 123 min and was released in 1994.
- Where can I watch Interview with the Vampire in Australia?
- In Australia, Interview with the Vampire is included with Prime Video (all plans), Stan.
- What awards did Interview with the Vampire win?
- Interview with the Vampire won Best Cinematography at the BAFTAs. It was nominated at the Oscars.
- Who composed the music for Interview with the Vampire?
- The music for Interview with the Vampire is by Elliot Goldenthal. The soundtrack album, Interview With the Vampire (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), has 19 tracks.
- What songs are on the Interview with the Vampire soundtrack?
- Interview With the Vampire (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) has 19 tracks, including “Libera Me (feat. American Boy Choir)”, “Born to Darkness, Pt. 1”, “Lestat's Tarantella”, “Madeleine's Lament” and “Claudia's Allegro Agitato”, and more. It is on Apple Music.
- Is Interview with the Vampire worth watching?
- Stream it: if you enjoy lush gothic melodrama and a philosophical approach to the horror genre. IMDb users rate it 7.5 out of 10 from 372,902 votes, Rotten Tomatoes gives it 66%, Metacritic 62 and TMDB users 7.4.
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