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'Let The Right One In' Author John Lindqvist Digs 'Let Me In': MTV News Exclusive

Posted 10/4/10 10:56 am EST by in #NowPlaying, News


Let Me InFans of Tomas Alfredson's Swedish vampire flick "Let the Right One In" have been skeptical of director Matt Reeves' American remake, entitled "Let Me In," since the nanosecond the project was announced. Their gripe: The Swedish movie was perfect, so why remake it?

The only problem: Reeves' version, which opened Friday (albeit to a modest $5.3 mil), is being lauded as an excellent film in its own right. "Let Me In" has won over the vast majority of critics -- it's currently sporting a none-too-shabby 86 percent fresh rating on -- and has made a diehard fan of John Lindqvist, the man whose debut novel "Let the Right One In" is the basis for both movies.

MTV News has gotten an exclusive peek at a note from Lindqvist to Reeves, and in it the author expresses his fondness for both films ... not because of their similarities, but exactly because they are so different. Hit the jump to see exactly what Lindqvist had to say. Read More...

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Special 'Let Me In' Screening to Give New York Fans a Bloody Good Treat

Posted 9/30/10 5:06 pm EST by in #NowPlaying, Hot Stuff, News


Let Me InIn honor of the October 1 release of "Let Me In," we're going to let YOU in on a little secret: New Yorkers who hit up the 7:20 p.m. showing of the vampire flick at the Loews Lincoln Square on Saturday, October 2, will be treated to a post-screening Q&A with director Matt Reeves moderated by MTV's Josh Horowitz.

In case you're not familiar with "Let Me In," it's based on the acclaimed Swedish film "Let the Right One In," about a bullied 12-year-old boy who finds his soul mate in an ages-old vampire who happens to be trapped in the body of a young girl.

This is the prime opportunity to ask Reeves all of your burning questions about vampire genitalia (if you've seen the original, you know what we're talking about), working with "Kickass" Hit Girl Chloe Moretz (she's the vamp) and "The Road" Boy Kodi Smit-McPhee (he's the bullied kid), and anything else your brain can conjure. Read More...

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'Let Me In' Trailer Shows Us A Vampire That Doesn't Sparkle

Posted 7/1/10 10:09 am EST by in Trailers


While fans continue to pour out in droves to see "Eclipse," the moviegoing world today gets its first look at another highly anticipated vampire movie that's coming out this year. When 2008 Swedish film "Let the Right One In" was first announced for an Americanized remake, people were skeptical.

Then puzzle pieces started to assemble. Matt Reeves was confirmed as the director. Chloe Moretz and Kodi Smit-McPhee came on as the child stars. The setting shifted from snowy Swedish landscapes to the barren desolation of New Mexico. Clearly, this is a movie that's trying to blaze its own trail.

Now the international trailer is out, the first look we've gotten at the movie. And you know what? It looks pretty good. You'll have to wait until October to see the whole thing, but hit the jump to check out the creepy trailer. Read More...

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Chloe Moretz Talks Similarities, Differences and Transformations in 'Let the Right One In' Remake

Posted 1/21/10 11:00 am EST by in News


Our “10 in ‘10” series is continuing to roll out all week long, and one of our latest installments features “(500) Days of Summer” star Chloe Moretz – a 12-year-old girl with three films coming out this year, including the eagerly-anticipated remake of the vampire flick “Let the Right One In,” entitled “Let Me In.”

“It’s about a boy who lives in Los Alamos, New Mexico. Growing up, not many people like him, he’s not popular. He’s wimpy, kind of an outcast,” she said of the role played by Kodi Smit-McPhee (“The Road”) in the flick, which is due in theaters October 1st. “Then this girl moves in, she’s totally different… she’s a beast, [being a vampire] is a demon inside of her and she can’t stop it from coming out… when I turn into a vampire, it’s terrifying.” Read More...

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After 'New Moon,' What's Next For Vampires?

Posted 11/20/09 2:00 pm EST by in News


As so many of the other posts here on MTV Movies Blog today already did today, I'm first going to remind you that "New Moon" is now in theaters. See, it's kind of a big deal. And as you might imagine, we have vampires on the brain as a result.

Now even the most rabid Twilighter will tell you that Stephenie Meyer's series isn't for everyone. The phenomenon has definitely grown beyond the core audience of teenage girls, but there are still those who prefer to see their blood-suckers swimming in entrails and terrorizing and unknowing public. Well we've got you covered. Really it's Hollywood that has you covered; I'm just here to give you an update. In the coming year and beyond, there are quite a number of vampire movies coming out, catering to a variety of audiences. Two more "Twilight" movies sure, but what else? Hit the jump to read about a few of our highlights. Read More...

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'Let The Right One In' Kicks Off A Vampire-Themed Month With MTV's Gore Girls

Posted 11/5/09 1:00 pm EST by in Gore Girls


Welcome to Gore Girls! MTV contributor Terri Schwartz doesn't know crap about the horror genre, and she's volunteered to be our Movies Blog guinea pig. She has a good guide too. Fellow contributor Jenni Miller is a bonafide horror enthusiast, and she's willing to walk Terri through her formative experiences with blood, guts, monsters and maniacs. Together, this dynamic duo are THE GORE GIRLS!!! Good luck Terri... you're definitely going to need it.

In honor of the November 20 release of "New Moon," the Gore Girls are going to put the focus this month on vampires. First up is "Let the Right One In," which is currently getting an Americanized remake -- "Let Me In" -- from director Matt Reeves. The original Swedish film, directed by Tomas Alfredson, follows a young boy named Oskar who seeks vengeance on those who have wronged him after he meets Eli, a young girl who turns out to be a vampire. Take it away, Jenni and Terri! Read More...

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'New Moon' Soundtrack Artist Lykke Li On 'Let The Right One In' And Adaptations

Posted 10/8/09 4:00 pm EST by in Video


Lykke Li, the Swedish pop artist who was only recently confirmed as a contributor on the "New Moon" soundtrack, likes herself some vampires. Given her nationality, she's a particular fan of director Tomas Alfredson's "Let the Right One In." And she is understandably confused -- as you'll see in the video below -- at the idea of "Cloverfield" director Matt Reeves' remake, entitled "Let Me In."

The bit at the end, where Li talks about "Let the Right One In" not being a love story, she's actually responding to a question about people who compare it with "Twilight" as similar movies. Have you seen both? What do you think?

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Bloodthirsty 'Transformers' Star Sees Upcoming Flick As 'Twilight' Meets 'Let The Right One In'

Posted 7/1/09 12:00 pm EST by in News


Isabel LucasIt’s a vampire movie, the lead character is named Edward and it arrives in theaters this winter. Um no, not that one. But hey Twilighters... maybe we should keep an eye on this “Daybreakers” movie too, don’t ya think?

Starring Ethan Hawke (as Edward), Willem Dafoe, Sam Neil and “Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen” breakout Isabel Lucas, "Daybreakers" sounds like a less romantic, bloodier alternative to the "Twilight" craze. Lucas, an Australian native, sat down with MTV recently to spill the beans on the vampire flick’s hot new trailer, and how the flick is aiming to draw new blood out of the crowded genre. Read More...

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'Cloverfield' Director Matt Reeves Defends His Choice To 'Let The Right One In'

Posted 6/30/09 1:00 pm EST by in News


Matt ReevesIf, like me, you’re a fan of last year’s Swedish vampire sensation “Let the Right One In,” and you’ve been dreading the Hollywood remake, take comfort in knowing that there might not be reason to worry after all. “Cloverfield” director Matt Reeves has been set to script and helm the English-language redo.

While speaking to the LA Times recently, Reeves defended his vision and shared some interesting new information about his personal take on the young vampire love story, about a bullied 12-year-old who falls for the bloodsucking girl next door. "Twilight" this is not, but the comparisons are there to be made nonetheless. Read More...

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Has ‘Let the Right One In’ Been Dumbed Down for DVD?

Posted 3/24/09 12:10 pm EST by in News


'Let the Right One InContributed by Christopher Campbell

Isn’t it great to live in a time when home video exists, so we can all eventually see a critically acclaimed foreign film that hadn’t made it to our neighborhood multiplex? Well, home video may not always be an adequate substitute for the theatrical experience, and the new DVD and Blu-ray versions of the Swedish horror flick “Let the Right One In” is apparently a very good example of why. According to the website Icons of Fright, the English subtitles on the US home video releases are not only different from the theatrical print, they’re also simpler. Or, as the site argues, they’ve been “completely dumbed down.”

Icons of Fright writer RobG, who seems to be a worthy “Let the Right One In” expert, offers an ample amount of screengrabs from both the theatrical print (via an advance screener RobG received last year) and the new DVD from Magnolia Home Entertainment to illustrate some of the differences between Ingrid Eng’s original subtitles and the new “cheap” translation. “Sure, the basic gist of what the characters were saying was kind of there,” writes RobG, “but missing completely was the dark humor, subtleties and character nuances which made the movie so powerful and a favorite amongst audiences last year.” Read More...

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