Only Lovers Left Alive

The ubiquity of vampire films today might lead some to avoid this movie – a ‘vampire flick’ directed by indie film darling Jim Jarmusch. However, they’d be doing themselves a disservice.

Not since The Hunger has such a distinctive vampire tale been committed to celluloid. Like The Hunger, this is an amazing-looking film – all sexy gloom and cinematic as hell – but the narrative here is stronger and more compelling.

Essentially a drama/romance, the story revolves around reclusive rock star Adam (Tom Hiddleston) and the love of his life Eve (Oscar-winner Tilda Swinton). Their performances alone justify the ticket price, but strong supporting roles by John Hurt and Mia Wasikowska add enormous appeal.

Highly original and memorable, Only Lovers Left Alive is surely a future cult classic. (PH)

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