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The Most Beloved Vampire Movie Of All Time Is Now Streaming On Max
By Britta DeVore
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Before Twilight fever swept over the nation, another group of cinematic vampires brought the world to its knees in the mid-90s thanks to Neil Jordan’s cinematic adaptation of Interview with the Vampire. Featuring several of the biggest names of the decade, the movie saw the career powerhouses of Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt collide and cross paths with Antonio Banderas, Christian Slater, and a very young Kirsten Dunst. Now, Max subscribers are invited to turn the clock back and take a bite out of the beloved movie as it’s currently available on the streaming platform.
Based On Anne Rice’s Best Selling Novel
Geniusly taking the story first penned by legendary author Anne Rice in her 1976 novel of the same name and transferring it onto the big screen, filmmaker Neil Jordan struck gold with Interview with the Vampire. Sticking close to the source material, the movie follows a centuries-old vampire named Louis (Brad Pitt) who, in the present day, is recalling his extraordinary life, death, and afterlife to a reporter (Christian Slater) in San Francisco.
Wrapped up in his tales are names like his sire and longtime companion, Lestat (Tom Cruise), and Claudia (Kirsten Dunst), whom the pair turned into one of their kind, for better or for worse.
Released by Warner Bros., Interview with the Vampire was one of the year’s most celebrated arrivals, garnering largely positive reviews and earning more than $223 million at the box office against its $60 million production budget. That year, the vamps headed to the biggest night in Hollywood, as the movie was up for Best Art Direction and Best Original Score at the Academy Awards, proving that there was much more to the project than its star-studded cast.
The Not-So-Popular Sequel
As is so often the case when a hit like Interview with the Vampire rolls along, it didn’t take too long for the studio to spot a possible goldmine and attempt to tap into it. This would happen less than a decade later when Queen of the Damned was released. While not a direct sequel, the Aaliyah-led movie featured characters from the original film just played by different actors. Unfortunately, it wouldn’t see the same success that Interview with the Vampire did at the box office, considered to largely be a flop.
The New Interview With The Vampire Series
That being said, if you do check out Interview with the Vampire while it’s streaming on Max, it’s also worth hopping over to AMC+ to watch the series version of the story. Now moving into its third season, the show has been a hit with audiences and critics alike, sticking much closer to the original story penned by Rice. In fact, the show has been such a success for the network that they’ve expanded on what’s now been dubbed Anne Rice’s Immortal Universe, with other titles including Mayfair Witches and an upcoming project about the secret society known as the Talamasca in development.
When you look back on how we view vampires in cinema, obviously classics like Francis Ford Coppola’s Bram Stoker’s Dracula and F.W. Murnau’s Nosferatu left their heavy marks on the beloved horror characters. But, it’s with Interview with the Vampire that an entirely new generation discovered the literary writings of Anne Rice and fell in love with a much more romanticized gothic tale. Check it out for yourself now on Max.
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Best Mothers Day gifts: Show mom some love
Mother figures are the backbone of the world. Yours may be your biological mother, or maybe she’s your mother-in-law, your best friend’s mom, or simply someone whose motherly instinct has helped you through hard times.
Moms teach you the adulting necessities, give advice even if the problem is your fault, and above all, they put up with your shit and (almost) never complain.
The game plan here isn’t just to snag the last bouquet at CVS just so you’re not the kid who forgot Mother’s Day (but definitely also get flowers). And you don’t even need to spend a lot of money. (Peep our list of Mother’s Day gifts that cost less than $50. Want even more cheap gift ideas?
Skip the generic mugs and show your appreciation with a gift picked just for her: Whether it’s something to make a part of her life easier, something she’s mentioned wanting in passing, or simply something to make her feel like a damn queen, you can’t put a price on everything she’s done for you, but heartfelt gifts certainly help.
After all, they say “No matter how hard you try, you always end up like your mother.” But is that even a bad thing?
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Ban subscriptions and get Microsoft Office 2024 for life for just £121
TL;DR: Grab Microsoft Office 2024 Home and Business for PC or Mac for just £120.54 through June 1.
You wouldn’t keep paying for Netflix if you could own your favorite shows, right? So why are you still subscribing to Office apps you use every day? Microsoft 365’s price keeps going up, but there’s finally a way to break free — and it’ll cost you way less in the long run.
Microsoft Office 2024 is the answer you’ve been looking for. Instead of monthly payments, simply pay £120.54 once and be set for life (reg. £188.37). It’s that simple. And, yes, this lifetime download works for PC or Mac.
What’s included?
This license comes with:
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Word
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Excel
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PowerPoint
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Outlook
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OneNote
The newest version of Microsoft Office is a little different from Microsoft 365. But just because you’re switching to a lifetime license doesn’t mean you’ll miss out on some of the most recent updates. Word and Excel both still have AI integrations for text suggestions and smart data analysis, and PowerPoint still has improved tools for recorded presentations.
Once you’ve redeemed your purchase, you can install your apps on one computer. After that, they’re yours to use however you want. No more subscription fees or sudden price hikes to worry about.
Why rent when you can own?
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Wordle today: Answer, hints for May 9, 2025
Oh hey there! If you’re here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we’re serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today’s answer.
If you just want to be told today’s word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today’s Wordle solution revealed. But if you’d rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
Where did Wordle come from?
Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once.
Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.
What’s the best Wordle starting word?
The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.
What happened to the Wordle archive?
The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website’s creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.
Is Wordle getting harder?
It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn’t any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle‘s Hard Mode if you’re after more of a challenge, though.
Here’s a subtle hint for today’s Wordle answer:
Gibberish.
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Does today’s Wordle answer have a double letter?
There are no recurring letters.
Today’s Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with…
Today’s Wordle starts with the letter T.
The Wordle answer today is…
Get your last guesses in now, because it’s your final chance to solve today’s Wordle before we reveal the solution.
Drumroll please!
The solution to today’s Wordle is…
TRIPE.
Don’t feel down if you didn’t manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we’ll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.
Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.
Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.
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