Aug 27, 2002, Box Office (Gross USA): The witches are able to communicate with invisible spirits and gain simple favors from them. The studio then met with several actors, including Ryan Reynolds and Heath Ledger, before turning their attention to Stuart Townsend. RELATED: Remembering Aaliyah on 20th anniversary of singers death. Feeling inspired by this music, Lestat introduces himself and joins . Believe me, there was no big rush or sense of panic on their part to get the film made. I prepared by reading the Anne Rice novels and watching lots of vampire movies, but also by watching lots of rock performances and learning how they moved, especially Bowie." By opting to have your ticket verified for this movie, you are allowing us to check the email address associated with your Rotten Tomatoes account against an email address associated with a Fandango ticket purchase for the same movie. Coming Soon. Taking up as the leader of an undead band, Lestat gains fame but exposes vampires, drawing the attention of vampire enthusiast Jesse. By using our Services, you agree to our use of cookies. Queen of the Damned: Music from the Motion Picture is the official soundtrack for the 2002 vampire film Queen of the Damned, released on February 19, 2002 via Warner Music Group. She was portrayed as a teen seductress rather than one of R. Kellys first and many victims. The scandal led to Aaliyah becoming extremely private in ensuing years, but she kept recording hit records. Akasha's malevolent power is so great that all the immortal vampires must stand against her if they want to survive. Unhappy with the young king's policies, conspirators attempt to assassinate the royal couple in Khayman's house while they are attempting to exorcise Amel, who had also been tormenting Khayman. As reported by The Scotsman, during testimony, Menzies admitted to drinking his victim's blood and attempting to die by suicide after committing the murder, wanting to get to his next life quicker. Apple TV & Privacy Aaliyah embraced the role, bringing her sensuality and natural presence to Akasha. The story follows the vampire Lestat, who rises to fame as a rock star, but his music awakens the Vampire Queen from her eternal sleep, freeing her to wreak havoc upon the mortal world. Queen of the Damned (DVD) (WS) After a decades-long slumber, the vampire Lestat becomes a rock star whose music awakens the queen of all vampires, Akasha, who embarks on a mission to make Lestat her king. He wants immortal fame, his fellow vampires want him eternally dead for his betrayal, and the Queen wants him for her King. The move is not without controversy. Cookies help us deliver our Services. You tried to perform an action that is meant for registered users only. The Queen of the Damned (1988) is a horror novel by American writer Anne Rice, the third in her The Vampire Chronicles series. She becomes the new Queen of the Damned. Featuring: Aaliyah, Stuart Townsend, Marguerite Moreau, Vincent Perez, Lena Olin, Paul McGann. Yet the recording industry was not the only community left reeling by her untimely death. Although no details were released, they believed he died by suicide. They eventually go their separate ways. Director Michael Rymer told Vulture, "I apologized to Anne Rice when I went to send a cut of the film to her. Our team will review your report and take appropriate action as soon as possible. Who will be the first to reach him? As reported by the BBC, Aaliyah's family sued Virgin Records America over the plane crash. While the king and queen lie dying, the evil spirit sees its chance to ensnare the soul of the dying queen and pulls it back into her body. When the studio declined her generous offer, Rice's relationship with the studio and the film adaptation became strained. Part One follows several different people over the same period of several days. Gibbs told Vulture after talking with Warner Bros. music department, they said, "That'll be the end-credits song. Enkil then orders his chief steward (who is Khayman as a mortal man) to rape the twins in his stead, which would prove their lack of power, before the eyes of the court. Together, they wrote songs each night. While some accused the novel's fans of racism, many fans considered themselves purists regarding adaptations of the novels. It was quite palpable. But a young London woman with a gift for the occult falls in love with Lestat and wields a far greater power than the vampires expect. Cannot understand why my fellow vampire lovers raved about this movie. Jorge Saralegui, Writer: Under the pen name A.N. Legal Notice | RELATED: R. Kelly accuser testifies that he sexually abused her at 17. They won't be able to see your review if you only submit your rating. Just confirm how you got your ticket. Afterward, Khayman, who had been turned into a vampire by Akasha, comes to the witches' cell and turns them too. Aaliyahs family estate does not support the release. About Tubi: Tubi is available on Android and iOS mobile devices, Amazon Echo Show, Google Nest Hub, and on OTT devices such as Amazon Fire TV, Roku, Apple TV, Chromecast, Android TV, Vizio TVs, Sony TVs, Samsung TVs, Hisense TVs, Comcast X1, Cox Contour, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X | S. Consumers can also watch Tubi content on the web at http://www.tubi.tv/. Director Michael Rymer told Vulture, "I'd gone to see Stuart Townsend in 'Orpheus Descending' with Helen Mirren, and he was just riveting. By what name was Queen of the Damned (2002) officially released in India in Hindi? Billboard Magazine said Aaliyah "revolutionized R&B with her honey-coated voice and sultry mix of pop, soul and hip-hop.". . She previously starred alongside Jet Li in "Romeo Must Die" (2000), an action film that, like Rymers flawed vampire story, suggests that Aaliyahs film career could have matched her music career in both success and impact. In theaters now. Dr. Derek Chiswick, a forensic psychiatrist, diagnosed Menzies with a personality disorder, but Dr. Chiswick said Menzies' fantasies may have been "manufactured to avoid conviction" rather than being delusions from mental illness. Out of hibernation, Lestat plans a concert to bring prominence to the vampire ranks--much to their chagrin. Aaliyah's death was devastating for her family, friends, fans, and the crew who had worked with her on "Queen of the Damned." In an interview with The Free Library, Townsend said, "I never thought of this character as male or female, gay or nongay, just as a seducer and as someone who craves to be known, to be famous. I said, 'I don't think I've got your book on film at all.' We want to write the score. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Rating: Most vampires believe they should remain unseen by human eyes, their very existence regarded a as myth. Queen of the Damned Soundtrack 22 February 2002 24 songs Songs and music featured in Queen of the Damned Soundtrack Sort Order Name Artist Not Meant for Me Wayne Static Add scene description Download on Amazon - Not Meant for Me Play on Apple Music - Not Meant for Me Play on Spotify - Not Meant for Me Play on YouTube - Not Meant for Me System On her website, Rice said, "I met Stuart Townsend, the young man who is playing Lestat and he was absolutely charming. Internet Service Terms in 1985, a wild and voluptous voice spoke to us, telling the story of The Vampire Lestat.. StarringStuart TownsendAaliyahMarguerite MoreauVincent Perez Directed byMichael Rymer Tubi logo Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn COMPANY The singer also made waves in the fashion industry. If you or anyone you know is having suicidal thoughts, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright . the Terms and Policies, and to receive email from Rotten Tomatoes. Lestat de Lioncourt is awakened from his slumber. Coming Soon. That's something you can't really manufacture." Get the freshest reviews, news, and more delivered right to your inbox! Unfortunately there isn't a good story to follow when you get into it. As many involved in the project have since said, these novels are better suited to sprawling miniseries rather than the constraints of a theatrical release. A maternal line, the Great Family includes every culture, religion, ethnicity, and race. Although most assume The Vampire Lestat is nothing but a publicity gimmick, Jesse Reeves (Marguerite Moreau) with the Order of Talamasca, a secret society dedicated to paranormal studies, believes Lestat is a vampire, who is revealing their secrets in the lyrics of his enigmatic songs. Queen of the Damned (12,672) 5.2 1 h 41 min 2002 X-Ray 18+ After a decades-long slumber, the vampire Lestat becomes a rock star whose music awakens the queen of all vampires, Akasha, who embarks on a mission to make Lestat her king. Feb 22, 2002 The movie was a great disappointment to most of my readers.". "Dark City," the "Matrix" franchise, and "Moulin Rouge" were filmed in Australia to cut costs. This merely darkens their skin. The mother of all vampires, Akasha, begins as a pre-Egyptian queen, in a land called Kemet (which will become Egypt), many thousands of years ago. The film is more a blurry and strange orgy of weirdness, and not the good kind. On August 25, 2001, after filming a music video for her song "Rock the Boat" in the Bahamas, Aaliyah and seven other people from the shoot boarded a Cessna 402B, which crashed minutes after takeoff. Despite some initial reservations, almost everyone, including the author, agrees Aaliyah was captivating as Queen Akasha. And feeling so terrible for her family." Fantasy After a century of sleep, the vampire Lestat takes up as the frontman for an undead rock band while unwittingly awakening the dangerous Queen Akasha. As reported by Vulture, initially the studio was interested in casting Wes Bentley from "American Beauty" as Lestat, but he, too, passed on the role. In this loose sequel to Interview with the Vampire: The Vampire Chronicles (1994), the vampire Lestat becomes a rock star whose music wakes up the equally beautiful and monstrous queen of all vampires. Her parents discovered this and quickly annulled the marriage. Her signature style of a crop top or bandeau top paired with baggy jeans, with long hair partially covering her left eye, is emblematic of her "sweet but street" style and still emulated today. Feeling inspired by this music, Lestat introduces himself and joins the band as their new lead singer. They hired screenwriter Scott Abbott after he pitched an adaptation focusing on the rock star Lestat, and his love triangle between Akasha and Jesse Reeves. Jesse Reeves, a member of the secret Talamasca and relative of Maharet, is mortally injured while attending the concert, and is taken to be made into a vampire at Maharet's compound in California's Sonoma Mountains. I can't believe Lestat isn't blond. The rest of the album is dominated by tracks from Warner metal albums by the likes of Static-X ("Cold"), Disturbed ("Down With the Sickness"), and Deftones ("Change [In the House of Flies]"), plus a few tracks licensed from other labels and metal bands, including Dry Cell, who preview their forthcoming album with "Body Crumbles." As a result of her enthusiasm and commitment to the role, Aaliyah embodied the grace, power, and violence of the vampire queen, making her both seductive and frightening, dangerous and sexy thus encapsulating the fundamental appeal of vampires. Director Michael Rymer Writers Anne Rice Scott Abbott Michael Petroni Stars Aaliyah Stuart Townsend Marguerite Moreau With total view time surpassing 200 million hours of content streamed each month since April, Tubi has over 30,000 movies and television shows from over 250 content partners, including every major studio. In her brief life, the singer (born Aaliyah Haughton) recorded three studio albums, a small discography with a huge impact on the landscape of popular music, with Billboard Magazine going so far as to say she "revolutionized" R&B. Cinemark Aaliyah's brother, Rashad, provided vocals to clean up dialogue in the film that was unclear because of her Ancient Egyptian accent. Everyone on board, including the pilot, died (per Rolling Stone). It's so bad. But it will give a new generation of fans an easier way to hear more of Aaliyahs body of work. Read critic reviews. Even Anne Rice approved of casting Stewart Townsend as Lestat. Film critic Rob Gonsalves wrote: In other words, "Queen of the Damned" might have been relegated to the pop-cultural ash heap, were it not for the short but magnetic appearance made by a pop star on her way to equal or greater levels of big-screen stardom. Taking history, geography, and representation into account, director Michael Rymer told Vulture, "I just had a very strong belief that if we were going to do African queens, we had to have a person of color" in the role of Akasha. Club Vampire : So unless you got him in a bottle somewhere. This troubled journey to release "Queen of the Damned" began when Warner Bros. passed on adapting the second book in Anne Rice's "Vampire Chronicles" series, "The Vampire Lestat," when director Neil Jordan who made the critically and commercially successful "Interview with the Vampire," could not produce an acceptable script for the follow-up. with updates on movies, TV shows, Rotten Tomatoes podcast and more. The Queen of the Damned deals with the origins of vampires themselves. During this time two powerful witches (Maharet and Mekare) live in the mountains close to Nineveh. He had Lestat's excellent speaking voice and his feline grace. Aaliyah plays the titular undead monarch, a being of incalculable summoned back to the world when Lestat (Stuart Townsend, in the role formerly played by Tom Cruise) begins to flaunt the existence of vampires as the lead singer of a hard rock band. Jonathan Davis from Korn and Richard Gibbs, who played keys for Oingo Boingo before becoming a composer, teamed up to write the original music for "Queen of the Damned." But far more dangerously, he has awakened Queen Akasha, a vampire of royal . In 2000, the rights would revert to the author Anne Rice if the studio didn't start production during the calendar year. Queen of the Damned is yet another vampire film based on an Anne Rice novel. Gibbs explained how they told the studio, "We don't want to just write the songs. Bored with his existence, he has now become this generation's new Rock God. I begged the studio to not make that movie. Copyright 2023 Although it is an adaptation. In 2003, Menzies was convicted and sentenced to life. He wants immortal fame, his fellow vampires want him eternally dead for his betrayal, and the Queen wants him for her King. Despite the studio's choices, Aaliyah's death will always be linked with "Queen of the Damned." Lestat does not share this belief. AMC's "Interview with the Vampire" series. Warner Bros. had good reasons for casting Aaliyah as Akasha, though. 2002 Village Roadshow Films (BVI) Limited. [first lines] Lestat : [voiceover] There comes a time for every vampire when the idea of eternity becomes momentarily unbearable. Directors Michael Rymer Starring Stuart Townsend, Aaliyah, Marguerite Moreau Genres Horror, Fantasy, Drama Subtitles However, the result on all other vampires is extreme, and many of the weakest vampires die, thus confirming the legend that anything that harms Akasha will also directly affect all of her progeny. Davis and Gibbs have persuaded a who's who of metal vocalists -- Wayne Static of Static-X ("Not Meant for Me"), David Draiman of Disturbed ("Forsaken"), Chester Bennington of Linkin Park ("System"), Marilyn Manson ("Redeemer"), and Jay Gordon of Orgy ("Slept So Long") -- to sing their songs. 1h 41m, Distributor: I told them the readers did not want that movie. And the storytelling is poor; as it meanders between seemingly unrelated plots until it rushes to an inexplicable conclusion. I was very aware that I was combining two of her books and turning them into something that they weren't. Lestat must choose between the power she offers him and the world as he knows it. Although the studio may have not felt rushed, some who were unhappy with the final results of their efforts chalked the flawed movie up as a rushed job. Although Rice wrote the screenplay for "Interview with the Vampire," the studio did not tap her to pen the script for "Queen of the Damned." Privacy Policy Production Co: While in the course of time, another has arisen, Akasha, the Queen of the Vampires and the Dammed. The performances are terrible, as is the script. Dolby Digital, Surround, Dolby SR, Dolby Stereo, Dolby A. I always wanted more of that material, but it was tricky.". I got her to learn a monologue from Oscar Wilde's 'Salom' and then I had her separately working on Egyptian accents. Having been awakened by Lestat's rebellious music, Akasha destroys her husband Enkil and plots to rule the world. These kids just went crazy. Photo credit: Kharen Hill 2000 Warner Bros. Born January 1979, Aaliyah Haughton, with her silky smooth voice, was signed a record deal with her uncle in Detroit when she was just 12. After their brief visit with Talbot they depart into the night, an incensed Louis and his angry words filling Lestat with glee. "Queen of the Damned" was loosely based on Anne Rice's second and third book in her "Vampire Chronicles" trilogy. In Mekare's absence, Maharet returns to watch over her daughter and her descendants. Coming Soon. While in the course of time, another has arisen, Akasha, the Queen of the Vampires and the Dammed. . The Queen of the Damned deals with the origins of vampires themselves. As reported by the BBC, Rice offered to write the screenplay for free. Cookies Policy | Lestat openly proclaims himself a vampire to the world, taunting vampires everywhere, "Come out, come out, wherever you are.". ", As reported by Louder Sound, Gibbs toured with Korn for a month. And not only did [Aaliyah] do a good job on 'Romeo Must Die,' but people went to see her. Productions choosing to film in Australia have only become more popular in the 21stcentury because of the tax incentives studios can qualify for if they shoot in Australia and New Zealand. Various Artists - Queen of the Damned - Amazon.com Music CDs & Vinyl Metal $1427 $3.99 delivery February 28 - March 15. The vampire chronicles the film closely follows the book fairly closely the plot is centered on a vampire named Lestat, who wakes up after slumbering for decades to the sound of a heavy metal rock band. The spirit combines itself with the flesh and blood of the queen, transforming her into a vampire. Pre-Twilight, Post-Buffy blend of smouldering stares, campy "gothic" chills and an immense craving for unintentional cringe comedy, the late R&B singer Aaliyah stars as "Queen of the Damned" Akasha, who appears more Queen of the Desert than anything, like a female Frank N' Furter in a crown having to tread heavily through the soggy dialogue - the novel is good, the film isn't - and Stuart Townshend doesn't do much to help her out eitherexcept glare. A myriad of issues beleaguered the film, with challenges starting in development, and carrying through to the delayed release of the film in 2002. Part Three takes place at Maharet's compound, where Maharet tells the story of Akasha and the red-haired twins, Maharet and her sister, Mekare to the other characters. CookiePolicy The unusual element that lifts this collection beyond being a typical various-artists album masquerading as a soundtrack is the inclusion of five specially written songs by Jonathan Davis and Richard Gibbs that relate, at least slightly, to the film. Your Ticket Confirmation # is located under the header in your email that reads "Your Ticket Reservation Details". She is also a producer and co-host for the Podlander Presents network of podcasts. Akasha allows the king to drink her blood, which saves his life. His music wakes Akasha (Aaliyah), the queen of all vampires, and inspires her desire to make Lestat her king. Lestat needed to be a sexy, goth-glam rock star for this film, and Townsend slipped into the role effortlessly. Lestat then turns Jesse into his undead mistress to spend eternity together. Immortality seems like a good idea, until you . Coming Soon, Regal His music wakes Akasha (Aaliyah), the queen of all vampires, and inspires her desire to make Lestat her king. 'Queen of the Damned' is considered a bad adaptation, over-the-top silly, and just a poorly structured film in general. She was a bit shell-shocked by how many changes we'd made to the story." Copyright Fandango. 2023 FOX Television Stations. But far more dangerously, he has awakened Queen Akasha, a vampire of royal descent whose powers go beyond anything Lestat has ever seen! The vampire Lestat reawakens as a blood-drinking rock star in this adaptation of the third volume in Anne Rice's 'Vampire Chronicles.' Rymer told Vulture, "We put out a casting call and got real goths to show up looking fantastic for Lestat's climactic concert scene. An hour's worth of contemporary metal constitutes the soundtrack for the vampire movie Queen of the Damned. Regal Michael Rymer was hired after expressing an interest in making an adaptation of "The Vampire Lestat." DMCA. As reported by The Age, Rice wasn't happy with the first draft of the script and she shared this opinion with her fans via her website. Purchase Queen of the Damned on digital and stream instantly or download offline. Jesse : You know you're brave joking like that, I wish you could meet him. Directed by Michael Rymer. Aaliyah herself had an intriguing connection with the story. Just below that it reads "Ticket Confirmation#:" followed by a 10-digit number. Who shall win the final battle of the vampires and survive? $30.3M, Runtime: Bored with his existence he has now become this generation's new Rock God. Queen of the Damned is a 2002 horror film directed by Michael Rymer, based on the third novel of Anne Rice 's The Vampire Chronicles series, The Queen of the Damned (1988), although the film contains many plot elements from the novel's predecessor The Vampire Lestat. The service gives fans of films and television programs an easy way to discover new content that is available completely free. Considering how Warner Bros. was concerned that the events in "Interview with the Vampire" and "The Vampire Lestat" contradicted each other because they are told from different points of view it seems strange they played so loose with other important characters and storylines in their adaptation. Marius informs his rescuers that Akasha has been awakened by Lestat de Lioncourt, or rather his rock music, for he has joined a rock band with mortals Alex, Larry and Tough Cookie. Aaliyah also went on to win three American Music Awards and two MTV VMAs, along with five Grammy nominations. By creating an account, you agree to the Rated R. 101 minutes. Critics ridiculed this flawed film upon its release, but it has since built a cult following because of its goth sensibilities, the incredible soundtrack, and the tragic death of its titular star. Allison is a Tomatometer-approved Top Critic on Rotten Tomatoes. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Warner Bros. Sound Mix: The mother of all vampires, Akasha, begins as a pre- Egyptian queen, in a land called Kemet (which will become Egypt), many thousands of years ago. Despite the poor reviews and commercial response to "Queen of the Damned," no one involved in the movie was unhappy with Aaliyah's performance. The vampires from Part One later congregate in the compound. CHICAGO - This week marks the 20th anniversary of the passing of Aaliyah, the 22-year-old R&B singer whose stratospheric rise was cut tragically short when she and eight others were killed in a plane crash. He was convinced to direct "Queen of the Damned," pitched as an adaptation of the two novels. In March 2014, a new installment of Rice's series was announced titled Prince Lestat, which Rice's son, novelist Christopher Rice, called "a true sequel to The Queen of the Damned".[1]. Living in the shadows, feeding in the darkness with only your own company to keep, rots into a solitary, hollow existence. In The Queen of the Damned, Anne Rice continues her extraordinary "Vampire Chronicles" in a feat of mesmeric storytelling, a . The result is an overview of the metal music of the day, with its crunching guitar chords, pummeling drums, and harsh vocals singing desperate lyrics. In an experiment by the first Keeper, Akasha and Enkil are exposed to sunlight when they are several thousand years old. Club Vampire : There aren't any ancients left. Stay up-to-date on all the latest Rotten Tomatoes news! But the scandal tarnished Aaliyahs reputation more than R. Kelly, who is currently on trial for sex trafficking charges stemming more than two decades. Follows the legendary vampire Lestat (Stuart Townsend), who has reinvented himself as a rock star in the contemporary American music scene. Stuart Townsend, Aaliyah, Marguerite Moreau. What they wanted was a movie based on 'The Vampire Lestat.' Director Michael Rymer told Entertainment Tonight, "It took us all a long time to recover. Queen of the Damned - Trailer F1 Warner Bros. 258K subscribers Subscribe 228K views 8 years ago After years of slumber, the legendary vampire has awakened and found acceptance in a tattooed,. Meanwhile, a young London woman with a fascination for the dark side (Marguerite Moreau) falls in love with Lestat. Flat (1.85:1), RT25: Celebrating 25 years of Rotten Tomatoes. Rymer told Vulture he had concerns about this approach, asking the studio, "How can you do the third book if you haven't done the second?" Despite infuriating other vampires, he establishes himself as a rock star of celebrity status and challenges others of his kind to come forth, using subtle lyrics to validate his authenticity.\r\rMore on Queen of the Damned at:\rhttp://www.MovieBout.com/index.php?movie=94\r\rMovieBout.com - Top Lists, Unique Categories, Trailers, Quotes, Reviews, Grabbers and more.\rhttp://www.MovieBout.com I was very keen that Akasha, an Egyptian queen, not look like Elizabeth Taylor. It remains to be seen whether a new rash of these criticisms will follow the forthcoming debut ofAMC's "Interview with the Vampire" series. Her passing also greatly impacted the film industry, which Aaliyah seemed poised to conquer. Enough said Mike Judge's Beavis and Butt-Head: Season 2, Link to The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel: Season 5, Link to Marvel Movies Ranked Worst to Best by Tomatometer, Link to RT25: Celebrating 25 Years of Rotten Tomatoes, Link to Betty Gilpin & Co. on Deciphering. All rights reserved. Akasha's malevolent power is so great that all the immortal vampires must stand against her if they want to survive. Featuring: Aaliyah, Stuart Townsend, Marguerite Moreau, Vincent Perez, Lena Olin, Paul McGann. But a young London woman with a gift for the occult falls in love with Lestat and wields a far greater power than the vampires expect. Directed by Michael Rymer. The Swiss actor got his start in French . Two things unify these chapters: a series of dreams about red-haired twin sisters, and the fact that a powerful being is killing vampires around the world by means of spontaneous combustion. And the studio went on and made the movie, and the movie was not really based on my work. The witches are put into two separate coffins which are then set afloat on two separate bodies of water. It was produced by Richard Gibbs and Jonathan Davis of American nu metal band Korn. 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