Interview With The Vampire 2x2 | Full Length Reaction
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I think Louis and Armand are definitely toying with Malloy, but I also think they are keeping his arrogance in Check just like he’s keeping their honesty and recollections and the integrity of the interview in Check
Michaela B
2025-01-14 11:10:26 +0000 UTC🌻
Julie
2025-01-08 22:38:29 +0000 UTCyou putting slammed in caps is legit making me lol😭he wasn’t exactly innocent but we’re not going to act like it wasn’t less than 24 hours after him being a vampire literally still in shock ? and highly doubt he even knew he could do that 😭
leo
2024-09-29 04:26:14 +0000 UTCLate with my comment here, but I liked your thoughts about Louis and Armand’s influence in the ”digging around in Daniel’s mind” scene. Like Daniel can absolutely be an asshole in what he says or *how* he says things. Like with the scene with Claudia’s diaries, there is a nice way to ask about getting to see the ripped out pages, there’s a clumsy way and then there’s an asshole way. Daniel tends to pick the latter 😆. But there’s a difference in how Louis treats Daniel and the interview this episode compared to the last one and the one thing we have seen change is Armand joining it after their evening(morning?) conversation. And considering how open he was last episode and how meaningful re-exploring and regaining those memories was, it doesn't feel like a positive change.
Mozzlan
2024-09-23 16:30:41 +0000 UTCRe: Lestat's letter... The very beginning of the letter was really sad to me, too...because Lestat is assuming that Louis is certainly going to want revenge on Lestat's murderer (oh the irony) and still tries to keep Louis safe by telling him not to seek vengeance. Lestat probably assumed, because he is so strong, whomever managed to kill him would have had to be an ancient vampire or some such. Lestat didn't want Louis, in his grief and rage, to take on more than he could handle. Lestat tells him to just go live his life and be happy. 😢
ArcAngel
2024-09-22 09:12:12 +0000 UTCYea we’ll have to disagree about Louis on this one lol. Daniel throws unnecessary jabs and he has a tendency to do it often when Louis is actually being vulnerable. Like Louis told him in s1e1, “you were being disrespectful.” I genuinely like Daniel but he can be an oblivious ass lol and I think Louis let him know i’m not one of your little friends so don’t think you can joke with me like that 🤷🏽♀️ lol 🌸 I have no issues with being critical of Louis but usually not in how he’s reacting to the men in his life. When it comes to Claudia that’s when Louis has me like 🙁😕😠.
DecaturBorn88
2024-09-19 22:31:05 +0000 UTCI didn't say that Lestat wasn't selfish, because he is. Lestat ignores alot of thinks when it doesn't suit him. He didn't. console Louis about his family because his family wasn't the best. Lestat was only close to his Mother. You will learn more about her next season. It was difficult for him to understand how much Louis loved his family. Not sure if Louis was mad about the way he had to be to go, or mad that he had to go to an opera again. Maybe a little of both. I ended up watching over 7 hours or your responses last night and didn't didn't get to bed until 3 am. I loved every moment. One more thing, Louis and the Gremlin, Armand are trying to get Daniel to remember something. I not sure Armand is messing with Daniel or is Daniel having memories. Flashbacks because he know who Armand is now. .
Yvette
2024-09-17 17:09:12 +0000 UTCI absolutely love Daniel Malloy. He should be protected at all costs. And yes I now know that Armand was trying to be gentle. Thank you for watching and enjoying the reactions
Franklin
2024-09-17 13:22:06 +0000 UTCThen why did he choose to still take Louie to somewhere he knew he would be treated less than human, why didn't he take Louie to somewhere where they could walk in as equals? Was he putting his love for theater over Louie being looked at as a secondhand human? There's no way lestat wasn't aware of that. He's an old vampire, he's seen the worst of humanity, especially in those times. And in that moment before the show started, there's no way you can tell me he didn't feel how Furious Louis was feeling or how embarrassed Louie was feeling. Yet he never addressed it. He went on to say that Louie had fulfilled his loneliness and cured it. That was a beautiful sentiment, but it also felt a little bit manipulative. It Felt Like Lovebombing. It's like, how you going to ignore all these extreme emotions I'm feeling right now and just bombard me with telling me you love me to change the topic? You can say he's not racist, and I agree with that. But he sure ignores a lot of things that affect Louie. Another example is his neglecting Louis's loss of his family, which meant a lot to him. Just food for thought.
Franklin
2024-09-17 13:20:22 +0000 UTCMany reactors say that the opera scene was Lestat's fault that Louis had to play the role of a servant. But it wasn't. Lestat wasn't racist. Society made Louis play the role of a servant. Lestat had said that he didn't approve of the people of his color was treated.
Yvette
2024-09-17 07:01:56 +0000 UTCYou know it means a lot to me that you care so much about Daniel 🥺 often when people watch this show they don’t care about him or outright dislike him, and it’s like 😩 they don’t get it. He’s just trying to help Louis process and understand his past. And I mean to be fair (no spoilers) I do love him already because of the books, but like, here he still has way less life experience than either Louis or Armand has, so is it really fair that they’re bullying him? 🙄 Like just use your words like adults, jeez (But of course then the story wouldn’t be as interesting.. so I don’t actually want them to be completely healthy and adjusted people 😅) …Also I wanted to mention that I don’t think Armand was trying to “dig it in” when he told Daniel that the reason Alice said no to his proposal was that she didn’t trust him… he hadn’t given her a reason to… I think he was trying to soften the blow by kind of being like, it wasn’t your fault, at the time. It doesn’t mean she didn’t love him. He just had to give it more time 🥺 At least that’s how I see it. Anyway. I love your reactions so much. I’ve been catching up by watching them all day at work in the background 😄🌸
Lauren
2024-09-17 03:04:21 +0000 UTCI think that duality is the hard part for some people. You can love a character and still be critical of some of their actions. Definitely the case for Louie.
Franklin
2024-09-09 01:28:54 +0000 UTCI hear you. its a good reminder. Taco and I have talked about it a bunch.
Franklin
2024-09-09 01:26:46 +0000 UTCThanks for saying that. Some of those racial dynamics are so obvious in the show and I can't understand how people gloss over them. I'm glad watching our discussions is doing that for you. Right from episode 1, just knowing that the show was based in New Orleans and all the blackness in the air. It was such a welcoming feeling
Franklin
2024-09-09 01:24:37 +0000 UTClol fr
Franklin
2024-09-09 01:19:32 +0000 UTChaha that man can be nasty when he wants to
Franklin
2024-09-09 01:19:22 +0000 UTCYou have no idea how much I appreciate the fact that you did not mention the episode that you were talking about. So many viewers do that and it drives me nuts. Because then I have so much anticipation for that episode. And I can go both ways. Trust me when that episode gets watched I want to hear all your thoughts about it. I look forward to it
Franklin
2024-09-09 01:17:03 +0000 UTCI absolutely agree with you. Binging this doesn't do its Justice. I love how you said watching this is not just watching. So much deeper than that. I'm glad you're here for it
Franklin
2024-09-09 01:15:03 +0000 UTCWhen I watched the show I just binged the whole thing and I really regret that I didn't digest it and think and talk through the different themes in the show. I also don't have anyone at the moment to even talk about the show with boo lol. It's what brought me to watching youtube videos and looking up people who saw the show which wasn't many but then eventually landing on your analysis and Foxtaco analysis of the show. I really hope that more people get into this show. I wish I could go back and time and just watch it as a new viewer again because watching this is more than just "watching" but a whole experience lol but alas not possible lol. the emotional whiplash so far is crushing LOL - I just joined from youtube because I could't wait to watch your other reactions!
Angela
2024-09-06 05:05:11 +0000 UTCBro this is my 2nd favorite episode of both seasons…it’s so theatrical and horrifying…in my opinion, one of the most cinematic so far…I can’t wait till you get to my absolute favorite episode…I’m 💯% certain it will hit you the same way it hit me…it’s the most unique, niche and in my opinion, one of the most “informative” episodes of both seasons…of course I won’t say which episode it is until you watch it… but damn I’m excited!…you have the most intelligent perspective of this show and I’ve watched dozens of reactions to both seasons…yours are so addictive…I wait with baited breath for your next reaction 🙌🏾!!!!
Monte Maurice
2024-09-05 03:17:02 +0000 UTCGot it! Shoot, I'm not seeing a way to remove/hide comments. Darn it! Maybe that's not a Patreon moderator feature 🤔 I'll keep looking into it!
Jessie
2024-09-03 20:31:12 +0000 UTCI just sent you an invite to be a moderator :)
Franklin
2024-09-03 19:33:10 +0000 UTCYes! Let me know how I can help!
Jessie
2024-09-03 14:29:15 +0000 UTCFor spoilers right? Are you offering your services?😋 if so I accept 1000%
Franklin
2024-09-03 14:09:36 +0000 UTCFrank, you need a comment moderator.
Jessie
2024-09-03 01:51:03 +0000 UTCSPOILER COMMENT - DONT READ Hey, guys can we let him watch the show. The writers intentionally present things a certain way. It's not at all strange to view Louis as a victim and Lestat as a manipulative abuser without the full two seasons of context. The show invites you to view certain events and characters a certain way, especially in the first season, that way it's a cathartic surprise when you later realize you haven't gotten the full story. I personally don't find it fun watching a reactor who already anticipates what's about to happen. Let's let him enjoy the journey as it was intended.
Jessie
2024-09-03 01:49:55 +0000 UTCTHANK YOU! Before he goes out into the Sun for the first time. He slammed Lestat into the wall! Louis put his hands on Lestat before Lestat ever did. AND put his hands on Claudia. And so much MORE. Please get it out of your head that Louis is the good guy.. and that Lestat is the bad guy. ("You should have burnt that MF"...No.. NO he shouldn't have. He shouldn't have attempted to KILL another.) Also.. you got Armand's name wrong.. two different ways within 15 seconds of each other. LOL impressive.
hypocritex
2024-09-02 22:26:42 +0000 UTCThank you for your insightful thoughts, I look forward to your reaction videos on IWTV sooo much! One thing I haven’t seen anyone else mention is Lestat’s intentions with the letter. It’s not super important to the plot, but makes me think a lot about his character’s motivations. When did he write it and leave it for Louis to find? He knew for quite a while that Claudia (and Louis) were scheming to try and kill him, we can see he had Antoinette following them and reading their minds for quite a while. I like to try and interpret the letter saying things like “Don’t blame the people who did this” with the intention of speaking to Louis and letting him know that if they go through with it and actually kill him, he forgives them and encourages Louis to not live in sorrow or seek revenge. That all aligns with your thoughts about Lestat secretly being proud of Claudia for the vicious vampire she became, and being happy in his last moments that it was Louis. 🌹🌻🌷
Samantha
2024-09-02 15:42:29 +0000 UTCDon't feel disappointed in Louis, but interrogate why you thought of him as the "good one". The show starts with Louis pulling a knife on his brother and threatening to slit him open. That is domestic abuse too - Louis has been violent and cruel from the beginning. Why was that invisible to you until now, and what else was perhaps invisible?
Three Dalmations
2024-09-02 14:14:22 +0000 UTCThat scene when Daniel finds out Armand and Louis were with Lestat cracks me up lol.Him turning on the young and the restless theme while he's making fun of them is hilarious lol
deedra Mcconis
2024-09-01 22:53:50 +0000 UTCYou fighting with the subtitles is peak comedy 😂😂🌻
Val
2024-09-01 03:36:50 +0000 UTCA man like Daniel is the only one who could pull this interview off!
Tarabee
2024-09-01 00:54:20 +0000 UTCPay attention to how Louis fights dirty with words… Loved the reaction as always. The theatre is one of my favorite plots, it adds a lot of fun to the show. Daniel is also a favorite because he’s reading my thoughts and saying them out loud!
Tarabee
2024-09-01 00:52:47 +0000 UTCMy one theory in regards to that, now that you’ve brought that up, could be that it was part of Daniel’s memory. He already knew that, maybe it had been said to him but in the moment he had forgotten and Armand was reminding him. I don’t think we’ll ever know but that was one theory that popped into my head
Myranda
2024-08-31 20:40:15 +0000 UTCooooh combo reviews/overviews would be amazing! I'll definitely check out FoxTaco as well and think about some questions... 💐 Regarding Armand, I'm starting to wonder if what he is doing is trying to hold back Louis from his negativity/spitefulness that is now showing. Perhaps he thinks he's helping him instead of being controlling, but it still seems like both. I wondered when Armand infiltrated David's mind if it wasn't to help distract David from what Louis was doing since David was visibly stressed and upset but I guess we will see! Definitely so interested for more of the story!
sparkle
2024-08-31 19:55:24 +0000 UTCyes, thank you!
Melissa
2024-08-31 19:36:54 +0000 UTCI agree, and as I said, I think Daniel is correct in questioning Louis’ tale, especially since it differs so much from the first time he interviewed. But as we both said, part of Daniel’s curmudgeonliness is due to his own personal issues being misdirected at Louis. It’s only human-“like” to eventually lash out at the constant side-eye being thrown his way.
Dee
2024-08-31 19:22:07 +0000 UTCI have theories I'll share someday . . .
Melissa
2024-08-31 18:31:19 +0000 UTC5 - 8! 😃
Kim D
2024-08-31 18:27:33 +0000 UTCOh my gosh thank you so much Melissa!! I was reading through your comments as well and found myself nodding along with pretty much everything you were saying. Feel free to chat with me in the comments anytime hahaha I'll see you in episode 3 💕
Abby
2024-08-31 18:27:04 +0000 UTCI often think of Daniel as "our" voice -- he's asking what we want/need to know. I think a lot of Daniel's behavior is a result of his age, illness, life disappointments, but also wanting to be a better journalist this time plus there's the whole 1973 incident hanging over this, which hasn't been revealed yet. But we've seen the scar from a bite on Daniel's neck . . . This show is so complex and fabulous!!! I'm honestly too obsessed with it. Lol
Melissa
2024-08-31 18:25:55 +0000 UTCDefinitely. I laughed at that line the first time he said it. And I laughed when Lestat laughed at Louis asking "Aren't I enough?". Things can be funny but also sad/, serious at the same time. I think that's the secret to really good writing and acting, and what makes the show so complex and interesting.
Kim D
2024-08-31 18:23:56 +0000 UTCAbby, I love reading your comments! So insightful and thought provoking. 👏
Melissa
2024-08-31 18:19:39 +0000 UTCI'm shocked people hate on Daniel!! He's the least deserving of reproach of all of them.
Melissa
2024-08-31 18:14:10 +0000 UTCNot a gotcha or told ya so, but there was definitely hints of Louis' cruelty in season 1 too. And a lot of people seemed to miss it as they were so focused on Lestat. The scene in season one episode 3 where he tells Lestat he'll be alone forever, just after Lestat confesses that loneliness is his biggest fear. I mean that was pure cruel. And Lestat's poor face. 😥 I just watched Fox Taco's reaction to that episode and he reacted like me - saying it was really cruel/cold of Louis. Another thing from season 1 is that he threatens his sister Grace at their mother's wake. He says something like "you forget what I did to that door Grace? Better measure yourself". And he tells Daniel that he delighted in provoking Lestat while Claudia was missing for those 7 years. So yeah, Louis' always had that in him. And a lot of the writing credit really has to go Rolin Jones for the show. They did use a lot of direct stuff from the books but Rolin has added so much. He's adapted it brilliantly and uniquely. 🌸💐🌼🌹🏵️🪻🌻 Edit: oh and how could I forget - how absolutely brilliant is Ben Daniels as Santiago?! He's so deliciously OTT and flamboyant.
Kim D
2024-08-31 18:11:01 +0000 UTCExcellent point! Lestat kind of sucks up (no pun intended) all the energy in any room, so without him, the dynamics are so diff + they're dealing with the aftermath of "killing" him + in a whole new place. I like the observation you made here!
Melissa
2024-08-31 18:10:34 +0000 UTCWhat I most appreciate about these reactions, especially when they’re over two hours long is that I get to hear them from perspective of a mature black man. You and Fox taco exploring the series right now has been really fantastic for me. As a black woman watching the series, I have always felt like I am privy to an invisible narrative that may not necessarily be apparent or touched by other people. Especially where Claudia is concerned. I feel that having the perspectives from the experiences that you and tacofox have has given me an opportunity to see even more sort of strands of narratives in the text. So I just want to thank you. I’m really enjoying this conversation and I look forward to watching you both have discussions together about this text. The books we could write about this show…
Janeka Rector
2024-08-31 17:53:22 +0000 UTClmao fact! He did say he was an old man who had all the triggers and ticks that come with it. He definitely be doing too much sometimes
Franklin
2024-08-31 17:24:28 +0000 UTCAbby! Let's not keep lying to ourselves that your comments are going to get any shorter🤣 we both know that they can't. We should just enjoy it for what it is lol Right. Why are these two old vampires so keen on convincing this Mortal man True. That is in character for Louie. Shit I would fight back with my words sometimes if I'm pinned down What is the most mysterious one here and I can't wait to learn everything that's going on with him and that interview and Claudia and everything True. If this show has taught me anything is that, everything is not what they seem. Claudia seems very happy now but who knows what's might come with that new group. Nice explanation and thoughts on dreamstat
Franklin
2024-08-31 17:23:30 +0000 UTCI'm glad to hear that a rewatch is exposing you to so much more. I usually watch my favorite shows at least three times. Yeah I agree. I think Claudia is tired of Louis, especially now that she has found her crowd. I don't like theorizing too much, because I end up spoiling myself or I get disappointed when the story doesn't go that way. ya know. That's why all my reactions, you never see me theorize. BUT I definitely think a line is being drawn between Claudia and Louis that is going to be around fortunate to watch. Very true Daniel sometimes doesn't know when to pull back. Thanks for the suggestion. I will look into that show. You right. This dark shit is draining sometimes
Franklin
2024-08-31 17:11:09 +0000 UTCThank you so much. I'll try my best to be ready emotionally
Franklin
2024-08-31 17:03:32 +0000 UTCThe change in Claudia's character fits both actors in their respective seasons. That's why I mentioned that season 1 Claudia was more bubbly and happy (can also be very vicious when she wants to). And season 2 Claudia is more serious, at least, based on the first two episodes I've seen. I think something that also plays into it is the fact that in season 2 at least so far Delaney and Jacob have way more scenes together than Jacob and Bailey from season 1. What I'm trying to say is they have more sense that is just the two of them in this season, meanwhile, last season had a lot of scenes where let's start was also in the picture. So maybe them having more time to actually go at each other and practice these things together helped significantly improve their chemistry
Franklin
2024-08-31 17:02:20 +0000 UTCThanks for these questions.
Franklin
2024-08-31 16:56:28 +0000 UTCThat's such a good point on the matter. Especially the part about Daniel projecting onto them. Yes, he has asked so many important questions that help to move the story forward and help Louie remember, however, he's also been too much at times.
Franklin
2024-08-31 16:54:39 +0000 UTCfakkkkkkkkk!! At this point, I just feel like I would always fuck up the names of these characters as long as the show goes 😭😭😭 And to be honest with how much I love this TV show I fear that I might be disappointed with the movie, as in, the movie you won't be as good
Franklin
2024-08-31 16:51:34 +0000 UTCI love that you are sticking up for daniel and you like his character because while, yes, he's not a nice person, I am tired of so many people hating him and saying he deserves worse because "he was mean to louis". I feel like everyone is forgetting louis literally tried to kill him in the last interview, we learn that in the first episode of the show. I would be even meaner with somebody who has previously almost killed me. I do love louis and I love when he's being vicious so don't get me wrong, it's very entertaining to watch. louis can be very cruel with his words and he always knows how to efficiently use them as weapons, it's one of his most interesting traits to me. I just wish people stopped babying him the whole time, especially in his dynamic with daniel. louis is his own person and while many things he does are influenced by the people around him, that doesn't mean he doesn't have any agency, it's honestly insulting sometimes. yes, he was cruel and mean and i loved him for it!
kai
2024-08-31 16:51:19 +0000 UTCThat's an interesting question. I will write that down. That is such a fact though. I would have moved immediately. But unfortunately, Claudia's need to be around other vampires is just way too strong. I'm with you. The way she told Louie don't fuck this up for me, I was like Yep they're staying Not wanting to hear another word in French is so real 🤣🤣🤣
Franklin
2024-08-31 16:48:32 +0000 UTCI like everything you said about Truth and Reconciliation. Maybe subconsciously Louie new what he wanted from the interview. And he's getting some of that now. It was performative as hell. They set out on a mission to previous nights and they accomplished it flawlessly. yoooooo we're going to make dozens of videos just of these questions. Fantastic questions. Thank you
Franklin
2024-08-31 16:45:45 +0000 UTCDelicious delicious character development! I'm with you on that one. None of them is above flaws and criticism. I love that we're seeing more and more flaws in each character. Humanizes them definitely You're right. Louie got very very ugly there. That's why I felt that disappointment and the need to call him out. That man needs to chill Claudia Claudia. She doesn't take his shit at all. Even when he came in while she was trying on her dress, the way she rolled her eye and her smile vanished I was like damn lmao Thank you for relating to the AMC subtitle conundrum.. That is some bullshit. I paid for this platform and y'all cant give me good subtitles?? smh
Franklin
2024-08-31 16:39:14 +0000 UTCGenius
Franklin
2024-08-31 16:33:42 +0000 UTCMakes me happy that these reactions really do it for y'all. much appreciated Yeah discussion between Foxtaco and I come in very soon It makes me happy to see that even though Armand and Louis are ganging up on Daniel, they have love for each other that seems genuine. Claudia out there living her best life Such a good point, he tries so hard not to be a vampire but still uses some of the perks when it benefits him
Franklin
2024-08-31 16:33:31 +0000 UTCI got you
Franklin
2024-08-31 16:27:35 +0000 UTCLouise is certainly his mother's child😂 but I got a chuckle out of me. So true Armand is fascinating indeed. Good to know that their reminiscing on their first meeting was genuine and it broke through their "plan" for just a moment Now I need to rewatch that whole scene
Franklin
2024-08-31 16:26:51 +0000 UTCI feel that
Franklin
2024-08-31 16:23:35 +0000 UTCExactly. Everything you said exactly
Franklin
2024-08-31 16:22:33 +0000 UTCTotally understand you. I feel like you give some of the fans too much credit haha. Some of the fans who don't like my takes are going to absolutely find a way to discredit what I'm saying with that. Yeah the power levels are absolutely unbalanced. I think it was just appalling for me to see that nastiness towards Daniel of all people. We've seen Louie be very nasty to build Claudia and Lestat so he's definitely capable of it. Plus I think the contrast between this and the Beautiful Moments they shared in the last episode threw me off
Franklin
2024-08-31 16:21:47 +0000 UTCThat's exactly what I was thinking in the moment Melissa. How did he have access to Alice's memory
Franklin
2024-08-31 16:13:41 +0000 UTCThat is such an interesting point of view. And now that I think about it Armand saying she wanted to say yes but did not trust you., seems like such a nice gesture and contrast to everything else that was going on
Franklin
2024-08-31 16:13:09 +0000 UTCI feel you. He doesn't know how to cut deep
Franklin
2024-08-31 16:10:22 +0000 UTCYou got it. We already talked every day on the phone about this show, so recording it and posting it will be easy
Franklin
2024-08-31 16:09:35 +0000 UTCi like armand as a character he’s interesting and the actor playing him does a great job. imo this season was so much better i think adding all those vampires just made it more entertaining to watch. yeah louis went too far with daniel but my boy be going off when it’s not necessary, especially him— as a white man, explaining racism to two men of color. get a grip old man
RH
2024-08-31 15:58:12 +0000 UTCThank you as always for your reactions!! So many thoughts about this episode, but I'll try to keep it a little more brief than last time (edit: I didn't succeed) I definitely agree with you about how it feels like Armand and Louis are putting up a front for Daniel to try to control the interview, and as much as the fakeness of their affection makes me cringe, it's also pretty funny to watch. Like how funny is it that two centuries old vampires feel the need to go that far to convince some crotchety old human man? Like they could kill him in an instant, yet here they are pulling out all the stops to "sell it", as Daniel said. And that "could kill in an instant" feeling really comes through when Louis and Armand bully the hell out of Daniel in that scene. When they get in his head and make him relive his trauma, you really get that feeling of oh these are VAMPIRES. ANCIENT vampires. And Daniel is just a child to them at the end of the day. They could snap him like a twig in the blink of an eye if it came down to it. It makes the power dynamics very clear, and it's really heartbreaking seeing how crushed Daniel looks by the end of it. Especially the way his voice breaks. There's lots of little interesting bits of characterization in that scene, and I can understand how it makes you feel uncomfortable/disappointed with Louis. But I would argue his actions here are still firmly in character. Louis has always been good at finding people's insecurities and pushing them to the breaking point when need be. A scene that comes to mind in particular is in season one when he tells Lestat that he's always going to be alone, knowing full well that that's his worst fear. There's a darkness in Louis like there are in all the vampires (to varying degrees of course). But that doesn't take away from his goodness, it's just important to see him as a complete character, and that includes the (literal) monster in him as well. Sometimes Louis can be pretty vicious, and even take pleasure in that viciousness. This is just another example of it here. Another interesting bit of characterization in that scene is Armand's behaviour. It was obviously Armand's idea to manipulate Daniel and the interview in the first place, but it almost seemed like he was trying to reel Louis in a bit when he went off on Daniel here. What's his play here? Especially since this was all originally his idea. And that flash of Armand in Daniel's head? What was that about? And why the hell would Armand know what Daniel's ex-wife was thinking when she rejected his proposal if Daniel himself doesn't even know that? Either way, it's clear they're controlling Daniel and the interview from here on out, so as always, that brings into question how accurate everything we hear about the past is. Especially since they're doing the interview together now, despite it supposed to be originally Louis' "odyssey of recollection", not Armand's. It feels a bit meddling and controlling for Armand to get so directly involved, to the point where he even finishes Louis' sentences, but I suppose it's hard to know his reasons so I'm just gonna keep my eyebrow raised for now lol (but I'm still pissed about his control of Claudia's diaries) On a lighter note, it was SO refreshing to see Claudia so happy!! She finally has what she's always wanted-- vampire community, vampire pride. She has others like her that accept her now, and she can finally feel pride in the monster in all of them. The viciousness. The ferocity. You could just SEE how her eyes lit up as Santiago killed that woman on stage in front of the entire audience. She's now where she's always wanted to be. That being said... I'm with Louis on how it all feels too dangerous. Especially knowing how they lied to them about their history with Lestat. It feels very precarious to me, and I just don't want Claudia being hurt anymore. She's already been through too much. One last scattered thought before I wrap up my rambling, but that scene where Louis reads Lestat's letter is so fucking heartbreaking to me. I don't even have much to say since you summed it up so well, but that scene gets me every time. There was so much love between those two, as monstrous as it could be at times, and you can see on Louis' face how devastated he is by it all. Especially after everything Lestat said about not going after the ones who killed him and instead to live out his life happily. Okay actually ONE more thought sorry hahaha. But back to Dreamstat for a second since you talked about him a bit at the end. Dreamstat isn't just how Louis sees/remembers Lestat, but also Louis' true thoughts and feelings about whatever situation he's in. So whenever Dreamstat comments on something around him or expresses an opinion on something, it's important to remember that that's actually LOUIS' opinion on something. It's just being projected onto this hallucination to distance it from himself. But yeah, Dreamstat is a great way in any scene to know how Louis ACTUALLY feels about something/someone, despite what he might say out loud. Oh wow this is pretty much as long as last time rip. Sorry about that!! Maybe I'll keep it in check next time 🌻
Abby
2024-08-31 15:45:50 +0000 UTC🌸Ngl, I didn’t love these episodes in S2 when I first watched them but rewatching them now is so eye opening! When it comes to Claudia and the seamstress, I think it’s a bit of both. Claudia is fascinated with the seamstress, as she is with her independence/job (aka what could have been). This episode shows a lot of Claudia either being tired of Louis or parenting him (esp. as he’s not in the best mental state) and I understand her desire to explore life untethered. It feels like that’s what she’s found with the coven cause she’s sooo happy and I really want her to find her people so I’m excited for her. But idk if the coven is Louis’ thing cause he doesn’t seem to be a fan. I wonder how that’s going to affect Louis and Claudia’s dynamic. It feels like the differences between the both of them are heightened/highlighted now. I completely agree with you with not knowing how much of Louis and Armand’s relationship is real or staged. All the interview till now has felt staged once they revealed Armand’s true self so I completely understand Daniel being skeptical cause I am too lol. Although, I kinda get why Louis did what he did with Daniel’s memories of his ex wife. Louis is trying to tell his story but Daniel keeps mocking him. Regardless of how correct Daniel is, it has to be frustrating to constantly be poked. Reminds me of season 1 when Daniel kept digging about Claudia’s SA. I’m a journalist and Daniel is one of my favorite characters, but I can def say he lacks tact sometimes and he needed to be reminded that he is talking to TWO vampires. Question for you: what do you think is next for Claudia after watching this episode? Also, since this show is gonna be ending soon (😭) I’d like to suggest Derry Girls for your next binge. You’ll def need some levity after two seasons of a dark, emotional gothic drama and that’s a short comedy series that’ll do just that!🌸
uvytracks
2024-08-31 15:18:35 +0000 UTCLove your commentary on these episodes. Whew stay strapped in on this emotional rollercoaster!!
Partrice
2024-08-31 14:48:21 +0000 UTCQuestion for anyone: I definitely find some things in the show funny -- sometimes it's dark humor or a bit campy -- but definitely makes me laugh. Even horrible seeming things the first time around have become funny to me. Example: When Claudia yells at them about not having anyone to have sex with, Lestat's response, "Well, you're not my type. I like a fuller figure" is so inappropriate, but I find it hilarious. I think Sam's delivery is why. Again, many weren't funny on a first watch, but I think there is humor in the vampire scenes not only in the Dubai scenes (bc we all know Daniel is so funny!). I can name other scenes, but does anyone else agree?
Melissa
2024-08-31 12:46:23 +0000 UTCAnother question for now or later: Delainey who now plays Claudia does have a seamless transition into the show. Obviously, both Bailey and Delainey are crazy talented. But I wondered when rewatching last night if perhaps part of what also helped that is the shift in Claudia's character at this point. This occurred to me bc in real time it was over a year in between, so it wasn't as immediate. But, for you, it was, and it still felt smooth. Maybe there's also something to the chemistry between actors. Delainey and Jacob seem to have a deeper natural chemistry.
Melissa
2024-08-31 12:29:24 +0000 UTCI'm thinking 3 hour videos. 🤔
Melissa
2024-08-31 12:23:19 +0000 UTCIt's also curious that Armand knows Alice wanted to say yes, right? Is he lying to make Daniel feel better? I know they can read minds, but can he access Alice right then about that specific topic? Seems shady or just that he's trying to offer kindness to Daniel. And, as with everything else on this show, it could go either way or even be that both are true. 🤯
Melissa
2024-08-31 12:21:57 +0000 UTCYes!! This is a great idea! And, of course, the S3 teaser. 🔥
Melissa
2024-08-31 12:15:04 +0000 UTCQuestion for you or for your discussion with FoxTaco: Coven members plus Claudia and (sometimes) Louis call Armand "maitre," which means "master." I'd like a discussion over power dynamics - in season 1, lots of racial power dynamics as well as power in general with Lestat being so powerful. How do you see the power dynamic in season 2: with Claudia/Louis; Armand/Louis; Daniel/Louis+Armand both in Paris and in Dubai. I'm sure I'll have more topics or questions for you, but I'll post as they come to me. Thanks!
Melissa
2024-08-31 12:10:50 +0000 UTCExcellent questions!!
Melissa
2024-08-31 11:59:10 +0000 UTCSo, I love this episode and I love this season. I had to just stop during part of it to address your response to Louis , Armand and their interaction with Daniel. I guess I just don’t hold the same disappointment with Louis towards Daniel, because Daniel has been adversarial, crotchety and disrespectful from the beginning. Louis, to me, has shown incredible restraint. It’s like telling someone your life story and being called a liar throughout the telling. Daniel is trying to get to the bottom of things, but at the same time, his intentions are to get a glorious, best seller out of it. And he’s not been completely honorable either, especially pushing to read the pages about Claudia’s rape, which was unnecessary and self explanatory without reading her personal gory details. But a lot of what Daniel is so upset about is his own life, his illness, his failed marriages, his failed fatherhood, and he’s projecting some of his unhappiness onto Louis, and now Armand. And this is not to say that Daniel isn’t correct in questioning the info being given to him, but he’s been an asshole to Louis from day one. It’s unrealistic to expect that his prodding at some of Louis’, and now Armand’s deepest wounds and history would get some pushback.
Dee
2024-08-31 11:57:32 +0000 UTCHe founded the theater not the coven -- just noting that bc they are different and it could impact interpretation now and understanding later. 🤷♀️
Melissa
2024-08-31 11:56:58 +0000 UTCFortunately, the actor who plays Armand is named Assad, so I think he'll get away unscathed.
Melissa
2024-08-31 11:54:54 +0000 UTC🌺🌼🌷💐
Holly Robertson
2024-08-31 10:08:34 +0000 UTCLOL "Who the hell is Lucat??" that had me laughing. I don't want you to get clowned on in the Youtube comments again, so just a heads-up— around 1:33:50 you call Armond "Assad" a couple of times. No biggie. Thanks for introducing us to another great channel with FoxTaco! Question— Do you think you'll check out the 1994 movie when you finish up this season?
Jessie
2024-08-31 06:59:04 +0000 UTCwould love to hear your thoughts on why Lestat was no longer with the coven when he apparently co-founded it! I love seeing Claudia so happy but if I were in her (or Louis') place, I would not want to go to the very city Lestat came from, let alone hang around so many people he used to know...I wouldn't ever want to hear one more word in French after all that happened in new orleans, personally!
NinPotato
2024-08-31 06:09:27 +0000 UTCAgreed! I hope he reacts to season 2 interviews and the insider episodes of season 1 and 2 after he finishes though.
RÆY
2024-08-31 05:40:47 +0000 UTCOh he’s gonna have A LOT to say for sure….
RÆY
2024-08-31 05:38:12 +0000 UTCI’ll write my questions for you and FoxTaco near the end. I wanted to add to what you were saying in the beginning when rewatching the first episode of season 1 and the whole dynamic in Dubai with Daniel… I do think that even though Louis was not sure what he wanted from the interview at the beginning his subconscious was, because he said to Daniel in S1E1 that what he seeks from the interview is “Truth and Reconciliation,” for me “Truth” might be trying to fill in the gaps from his memory, as for reconciliation we might have to wait and see what he was referring to in a future episode. I love how you mentioned Louis and Armand’s behavior in front of Daniel doesn’t feel right, and I HAVE TO AGREE. I remember watching this episode for the first time and feeling that the interaction felt very performative and now that you brought up their demeanor last episode you just opened a connection in my brain… that interaction where they are finishing each other’s sentences is performative because as Armand told Louis in their bedroom, “we will have him saying 'what happens next’ in no time” and Daniel did say those words. It started with Armand joining Louis’s narration of his and Claudia’s time in Paris even though he hadn’t showed up in their story yet, it felt very controlling to me. As the interview continued their behavior felt even more fake and then by the time Daniel confronts Louis by calling his relationship with Armand a rebound which he might have done it in order to challenge Louis and have him confront his feelings towards Lestat possibly because he doesn’t seem to buy the performance Louis and Armand sold him. Anyway, I enjoyed watching your reaction as always. My IWTV season 1 questions for you and FoxTaco: Do you believe Lestat loved Claudia in his own twisted way? Do you think Claudia loved Lestat? Do you think it is possible for Lestat to have killed Bruce and we just did not see it because he’s not the narrator? Do you think Dubai Louis has finally accepted vampirism? In the 1910s-1940s Louis wears a lot colored clothing but in Dubai he always wears Black clothing, why do you think his style changed so drastically? Do you think there’s a deeper meaning to that choice? Louis says to Daniel in episode 1 of season 1 that the reason he wants to redo the interview is for “Truth and reconciliation,” what do you think this means and do you believe his motives? Lestat yearned to hear from Louis an “I love you,” and never got it. Do you believe Louis loved Lestat? and why do you think he never said those words? Why do you think Lestat withheld so much information about Vampires and his own life from Louis and Claudia until he was confronted in episode 6? In episode 5, Lestat tells Louis and Claudia “Vampires out there are vicious,” do you believe that was Lestat’s way of controlling/manipulating Louis and Claudia to prevent them from leaving him, or do you think he was trying to protect them? or both?
RÆY
2024-08-31 05:30:30 +0000 UTC🌸🌼🌺🪷 As always, love the super thorough discussion! The way season 2 expands on these characters is delicious. It's the idea that every single one of these characters is flawed in profoundly real and relatable ways (Louis absolutely not exempt from this) that makes the show so fascinating to me. Louis going after Daniel in that one scene reminded of a scene back from season 1 where Claudia was provoking Lestat to get under his skin. Back then Louis told her "You're ugly when you act like that" and this time around I kind of want to direct it at him. He can be vicious with his words when he feels cornered and knows how to go for the jugular (e.g. as other folks have also mentioned telling Lestat he would always be alone back in s1, knowing that was self-admittedly Lestat's biggest fear). And he does it all with a smile with Daniel, clearly enjoying emotionally eviscerating him. Also, yes Claudia is a boss ass b. I cackle every time she's like "the short version pls 🙄" when Louis is giving the long winded answer to one of her questions. I adore Louis but he does love to yap lol. Daniel reminds me of her in that way, he see through Louis just like she does and doesn't let him smoke and mirrors his way out of answering the real questions. P.S F**** AMC subtitles, I'm constantly fighting to try and get them to appear/stay regardless of what platform I watch this on. They straight up don't work on Apple TV so I felt so much empathy watching your subtitle struggle.
alee
2024-08-31 04:21:58 +0000 UTCThat's what keep blowing me about when Louis says we killed him, sir you KNOW you did not why are acting like the act was final in anyway. That's why she is mad at you in the 1st place because you let him live and continue to carry him in your heart like he isn't
Valentine
2024-08-31 04:18:09 +0000 UTCAnne Rice has an impeccable mind.
Laura Thate
2024-08-31 04:13:24 +0000 UTCAhhh these reactions make my night, truly. I'd truly love discussion videos from you and FoxTaco! You both have really amazing and in-depth thoughts that I'd love to hear more of. I'm glad you understand that we love the long form discussions and reactions. I can understand shortening things for Youtube, but yeah people who watch IWTV and at the very least those of us on Patreon, LOVE that you really spend time with the characters and your thoughts. I think it's very possible that Louis and Armand are truly reminiscing on fond memories AND putting on a show at the same time. Claudia has always been SO enthusiastic about being a vampire, that even though I'm like Louis and can't even pretend to enjoy the torture they put those people through, I can't help, but feel soooo happy to see how happy she is. Louis really kills me with the constant talking of Lestat like he's dead lol "I needed confirmation of his death" BOY you know damn well he isn't lol Louis is really king of "fake it til you make it". But that letter did NOT help his guilt, I know that much. That scene where Louis LAUGHS at Daniel's pain that he's unearthed as payback...so interesting to me because we can see the distaste Louis has for the more violent aspects of vampirism, but he clearly doesn't have a problem using his powers to mentally fuck with someone, just because he got his feelings hurt. He doesn't want to think of himself as the monster he is, but these are little things that show, he is NOT above it all. Which is where the understandable disappointment comes in, because Louis talks a big game and he tries to hard, in both past and present, to present himself as a sort of "different vampire", but while he may not drain a human dry, he'll go for the throat emotionally. And Louis has done it before! With Lestat and probably others. When his mother was blaming him for Paul's death, she said "you always had to have the last laugh", Louis has always been a bit sharp and cutting with his words, that's his weapon. I'm a bit of a hypocrite, because this is one of my favorite Louis scenes in the show lol it's cruel and Daniel doesn't deserve it, BUT Louis ate him up...reminds me why I enjoy this show so much sometimes...these vampires are messed up and I love it. Can't wait for the next episode, once again this season just gets better and BETTER.
sierra's reaction corner
2024-08-31 04:06:40 +0000 UTCThe show is gonna slam its foot on the gas soon so it’s imperative that you stay away from all IWTV media, especially Twitter, YT, and tiktok, or you will be inundated with spoilers and tragically robbed of an authentic experience. PLEASE wait til s2 is over before searching for anything show related! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🌻
Andre
2024-08-31 03:46:31 +0000 UTCOutside of Claudia, Armand is my favorite character he is just very fascinating to me. I want to pick apart his brain every scene he is in. However them on the couch is no doubt performative though I do believe the performance faltered on the memory of their 1st meeting(more like they happen simultaneously), both parties are lost in that particular memory of when their dynamic began. They genuinely do care for each other but also there is something else there that we can't quite put our finger on. It's so interesting. Also, Louis is most certainly his mother's child, he learned to go for the throat from her. Someone has said it in better detail than I have in the comment section but if you do go back, You can hear Armand trying to reign Louis in but Louis ignores him in the same way the audience does because we are so fixated on what Louis is saying and the flash we get from Daniel's perspective. Even afterward you point out that they keep digging but Armand's tone of voice is drastically different than Louis's at the moment more concerned. (He is so fascinating)
Valentine
2024-08-31 03:34:12 +0000 UTCLouis showed a really ugly side in that Dubai scene. I think the combination of him feeling vulnerable and Armand’s encouragement to “stand up for himself” made him go too far. If you watch the scene back, there’s even a moment where it seems like Armand is trying to get Louis to lay off.
Valaree
2024-08-31 03:30:58 +0000 UTC🌻🌻🌻
Melissa
2024-08-31 03:15:20 +0000 UTCNo spoilers, but I urge you to plan ahead for TIME when you get to episodes 5-7 because WOW. I know you're going to have soooo much to say. 🤯
Melissa
2024-08-31 03:14:58 +0000 UTCI second this! I joined FoxTacos Patreon after your short video discussing episode 1. Maybe a stop down when he finishes season 1 and then go from there?
Melissa
2024-08-31 03:13:55 +0000 UTCI feel you on their treatment of Daniel. His Parkinson's adds to it as well -- making him more of a victim and more vulnerable. Like these two Immortal beings with endless power ganging up on a man of a respectable age, who is intelligent, who has shown kindness, etc. It's really abhorrent behavior.
Melissa
2024-08-31 03:12:21 +0000 UTCI understand your struggle with the Daniel scene! I don’t think it changes nothing on how abusive Lestat was towards Louis (so don’t worry over people feeling like they got something over you) but it’s quite uncomfortable to see Louis treating Daniel like that because yeah Daniel also mocks him but the power level is completely unbalanced. But I understand that Louis also has to have some nastiness about him, everyone on this show do.
Lorena Oliveira
2024-08-31 03:10:19 +0000 UTCThat scene where Armand and Louis are getting in Daniel's head and cornering him is such a great scene and is so interesting. There's so much to break down from that about the dynamic between the three of them. And listen, I have my very complex opinions about Armand, but one thing I actually love in that scene is that it seems like he subtly sticks up for Daniel. And I'd love to know, upon a rewatch of that scene, if you see where I'm coming from. Yes, he is partaking in the cornering of him, but most of it is actually Louis. Louis got triggered and lashed out. After Louis laughs at Daniel saying that his wife said no, I took Armand saying that she "actually wanted to say yes she just didn't trust you in that moment" as reassurance to Daniel. And before that, he says "Louis" before Louis starts prying more, almost as if to say "Louis stop". And then when Louis continues saying shit, Armand says "or we could get back to the interview". Yes, he was protecting Louis and didn't like the jokes and shit that Daniel was saying but I don't think he liked the way Louis was lashing out at him. I mean I could be wrong, but that's always how I read that scene. He was trying to reel it back, and actually tried to reassure Daniel that his wife did want to say yes. So much going on in that scene, but that small detail always sticks out to me.
Myranda
2024-08-31 03:04:24 +0000 UTCYess, I loved Louis going after Daniel's proposal. Louis says the most vicious things when he's pissed off, so him using that memory of Daniel's wasn't a shocker. It reminded me of Lestat telling him that loneliness is what he fears most, and when Louis got pissed at him in S1E3, he told him he'd always be alone. Louis knows where to cut deep for sure.
Syl Syl
2024-08-31 01:28:28 +0000 UTCI would LOVE to hear discussions with you and FoxTaco. I love his takes as well! He really struggled with episode 4 but honestly his opinions are so valid and I mentioned to him that it would be awesome to hear you and him discuss more of these episodes together. So needless to say if y'all start posting those I would be thrilled!
Holly Robertson
2024-08-31 01:12:34 +0000 UTC
