You hit the nail on the head with "performative couples' mask." That's the most based description of Armand and Louie I've heard. They're trying to make me mad at Santiago but I'm finding it hard because, BEN DANIELS!! I think the things that were reported stolen in this episode will be important next episode. And next week: Lestat in all his preening glory! Love your commentary as always.

Lestat was there for the trial in the book! They left that part out of the 1994 film. ;D

This show is so complicated, No one is a hero but I still empathize with everyone.

Lestat is present at the trial in the book! ❤

The thing that stands out for me is a few episodes ago, DreamStat told Louis he wouldn’t come to kill him until he was happy. They had one moment of happiness in that cafe and boom, here he is.

Claudia and Louis had broken laws, some of which they weren't aware of at the time, but this "trial" isn't about justice or rules, it's about the covens jealousy and petty slites. If it were really about the rules, Lestat would be on trial for making Claudia a vampire. Lestat also may not actually want to be there. In the book, he was there, but he tried to stop them from hurting Louis, and even mourned Claudia.

I've just spent a chunk of time flying through all of your IWTV reactions, and just wanted to thank you for being chaotically entertaining (and entirely relatable) when it comes to the deliciously devious writing that makes this show SOAR!!!!!!! My heart will probably not survive the fallout from the ep7, let alone what drama the finale has in store for us! Also, LOVE the "CAROL!" moments!

I love how you constantly praise costuming in this show. They truly did an amazing job! Armand's outfits, in particular, are probably my favorite, they're simple but gorgeous🔥

Tbf Lestat was involved in the trial so to speak in the books.

I think this episode is to movie watchers what the show is for us book readers. We have the info, we know what will happen, but the show somehow get to make us jaw-drop every fucking time. And we all love it bc of that💛

Lestat being involved might provide more reason for Louis to still *be* here, he does love Louis very much and might be there to (surprisingly) actually try to help out.

I myself have stopped guessing the plot and like Louis said just "let the tale seduce you"

In books Lestat was involved in the trial. But that was because Armand made him do it by force and manipulation. In this show.... I don't know. Does not seem like he is unwilling.

Instead of a double-line title this could've just been called Dread and Dramatic Irony the Episode. An hour dedicated to the fact that we know (in part) what's coming next. And is there a leading concept more dread-inspiring than "And here's how Claudia could finally be happy!" Because she HAD finally gotten it. They could've been the happiest vampire pair in creation. Madeleine had a game plan to be the most mentally stable vampire to ever walk the earth! Claudia didn't feel alone anymore and she was closing her diaries and taking herself out of the narrative because of it, but of course the narrative couldn't allow that could it. At least Dubai divorce court featuring Daniel Molloy keeps us buoyed for now until Lestat returns to stage next week, though our leading man looks like he does not want to be there at all.

I really hope that the expand of the show to Netflix boosts the series even more in the positive way. I'm so impressed by their performances every episode. Even though I know the general plot due to the mentioned movie, the tidbits added here and there make this much more enjoyable, as the character portrail of many minor characters is much more fleshed out.

My mind goes empty when I hear Ben Daniel's voice 🥰

I love your commentary about their photography, framing and use of light always a delight and a plus to any reaction :D Plus love us losing our minds together~

I have enjoyed your commentaries and love watching your reactions when you realized Lestat was in the house! 😊For those of us who have read the Vampire Chronicles, we knew he showed up in Paris. I wonder at times if it is more fun to Not know what happens with these characters. I am glad their stories are being updated to make it fresh and exciting for us while honoring the richness of Anne Rice’s storytelling.

Lestat was always a part of the trial in the book. Unfortunately, they cut it out of the 94 movie which really was a crime because it's an important event. Too important to cut. I just hope they follow the books in regards to how and why he is there, and under what conditions because all is not as it seems.

I am starting to eat less snacks just to get in that outfit Santiago is wearing for the trial. 🤭😍 Lestat should be there for the trial per the book but what he will do....who TF knows.😛😜

I don't want to spoil much. But this part is more of the book than the 94 movie.

I reacted a LOT like you did at the Lestat "sighing"!

I don't trust a word that comes out of Armand's Mouth 😤😤

The way i rolled off the couch and pretty much screamed when Lestat appeared

been waiting for this :)

Fun fact: They actually filmed scenes with Lestat in Paris for the 1994 movie, but the scenes were cut 😢

All I'm gonna say is that if anything happens to Daniel there will be Hell to Pay... AMC😤😤

hi i love your reaction and just wounding if u going to do season 3 of young royals over on your patron i love to see your fall reaction