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Keep in mind that this is a remake of the 2008 Norwegian release titled:
Let's get down to it, this is a vampire movie. Though this isn't some Anne-Rice-styled-ruffled-collar-vampire-with-a-blood-lust-for-power flick-It's a simpler more...if I may...innocent night flower that graces the scene. This set of scripts looks through another type of view as it examines the tortured life of this night walker who finds a friendship without bounds with an ostracized boy.
Not to detract form the original Norwegian Let The Right One In, but the new version, Let Me In, allows for more character development between the two main actors along with a more linear flow to the story. In the original, the two friends are presented more as a pair of companions due to their perceived peculiarities. In the newest re-imagining of the script, there is more of a love interest and emotional connection-A "first crush" idea is more prevalent.
As with most remakes, something usually gets lost in translation. Cultural differences may also not allow elemental continuity. We've seen this happen with remakes such as the original 1999 Thai release of Bangkok Dangerous starring Pawalit Mongkopisit and the 2008 U.S. release of Bangkok Dangerous starring Nicolas Cage-The original being much better than the second. Unlike Bangkok Dangerous, these two versions of this-quite original-vampire movie, the translation was "spot on" and misses none of its potency.
All in all, these two pieces of celluloid represent a view of revenge, or, of a love that knows no bounds. If you see either of them, I don't think you'll be disappointed with this fresh take on an old genre.
This film may appeal to those who've enjoyed; Interview With A Vampire and The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button.
I'm rating this one a solid 8 out of 10 crucifixes.
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