Tuesday, October 07, 2008
HBO Vampire Series True Blood Adds Four Stars for Season 2
HBO may have found its newest hit, with Trueblood, a series about Vampires who have successfully shed their social stigma and become part of everyday society, thanks to a Japanese-created synthetic blood beverage-TruBlood. The marketing team made a splash with a bold viral marketing campaign to popular bloggers. In case you missed Jason's post last month, he received a sample of True Blood in the mail.
Acccording to Hollywoodreporter.com, four guest stars -Mehcad Brooks, Todd Lowe, Deborah Ann Woll and Michelle Forbes- were signed on as regulars for the next season. The show is based on a series of books by Charlaine Harris, - the Sookie Stackhouse series. Alan Ball, creator of HBO's Six Feet Under, read several of the books and collaborated with Harris to start the series.
The show, which debuted a month ago, has received critical praise, including the LA weekly, where Robert Able wrote
There’s the appeal of the minority metaphor, too. In the show’s setup, vampires are a long-entrenched underclass that have come out of the coffin to assert their right to be mainstreamed into society, thanks to a widely sold, Japanese-created synthetic blood beverage....It’s easy to like True Blood, because Ball’s episodic smarts are primal, not at a remove, and he approaches supernaturalism by emphasizing the natural over the super.
Judging from the notable buzz the show has created on Google trends, the series has already attracted a loyal fan base, and should be another strong addition to HBO's acclaimed line of original programs.
Posted By Matt O'Hern at 09:35 AM
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(27) Comments on HBO Vampire Series True Blood Adds Four Stars for Season 2
I am a late bloomer when it comes to Trueblood, but I was sprung from the first time I saw it. I've watched everything that HBO offers regarding "Trueblood" and I am always looking for someone to exhange experiences and responses...it is so awesome. It is like nothing I have ever seen before. Others have touched on these ideas but none have come close to "Trueblood!" It's as addicting as "V" and I am as hooked as Jason. It's impossible to pick out a favorite character because they are so diverse...LaFayette (whose ambiguity speaks for its self)...Sookie (strong, but with an innocence)...they are all just great!!! I am waiting to see how little mysteries unravel and I'm so hooked that I watch past episodes to carry me over until new ones and to try and pick up on what I may have missed. I find that I'm already fretting about what to do when the season ends...maybe I'll get some Trueblood!!!
Comments by Dee-mada : Thursday, October 30, 2008 at 10:33 AM
FANG ME AGAIN AND AGAIN...WHAT A THRILL!! PLEASE, PLEASE DON'T KILL BILL!!!
Comments by JAJA933 : Friday, October 31, 2008 at 04:06 PM
HBO has a huge hit on its hands! I cant wait for the True Blood Feature Film! just like Sex and The City there will be one! I just Know it! where they can do more storylines in the books!! Sookie can have all her Romances! They have to come back with a new season in 6 months! or they will hurt there Loyal Audience!
True Blood is the new Mash sorry Anne Rice but True Blood is our generations Dark Shadows!! and like mash I hope the series goes 11 years! we love these charaters!!
Comments by Ariana Losco : Sunday, November 02, 2008 at 04:40 AM
Trueblood is the best tv show yet. There is suspense, drama, and a love story. Everytime you turn around there is a new suprise or outcome. It truly is addictive. Every episode has a ending that leaves you begging for more. I look forward to Sunday night at 9pm. This series is getting more and more interesting. I will be watching this show as long as they are making them. I'm hope this series never ends. Does anyone else feel that, that hour flys while watching it.
Comments by Rebecca : Sunday, November 02, 2008 at 10:40 PM
that right don't kill Bill he is to good of an actor, and i am sad that it is already ending, now what am i gonna watch on sundays, well i hope that u guys are working on more, and yes the hour does fly by, u can not help but get really involved with this show it is exciting and everything all in one!!! i don't even watch soaps anymore!! lol
Comments by kay : Tuesday, November 04, 2008 at 03:37 PM
This show is amazing!! I love every minute of it and have show times and dates saved in my phone, havent missed a show yet!! but however, new cast star "jasons" new girlfriend is a lil annoying! she talks toooo much!! can she die!? And im so glad about Sam being a dog!! honestly I figured he was a dog from the first episode when it showed the dog picture on the wall with the blonde girl on the floor under the tree, Yeah I know, I have a good eye on things. Im also hoping Bill doesnt go away for to long, please dont take him out of the show for too long, hes the one who makes the whole show i think.
Comments by Amanda Love : Tuesday, November 04, 2008 at 05:43 PM
Really I mean come on? Finally a Vampire Series better than Buffy The Vampire Slayer. But guess what Adult FORM! I love it, I fell in love with Bill just like I did with Spike and Angel in Buffy. Its unbelievable. I cant wait for more seasons, I CANT WAIT TO BUY THEM ON DVD. I love the characters, and can't wait for more.
And like said above "PLEASE PLEASE DONT KILL BILL"
Comments by Brittany : Wednesday, November 05, 2008 at 02:54 PM
Don't Mess With Bill no, no, no, no
Don't Mess With Bill. Leave my Billy alone, Keep Eric on loan
Comments by Michele Shelvin-Story : Thursday, November 06, 2008 at 10:42 AM
the wait for season 2 is so long...and what sucks is that I always have to wait till sunday to watch it! :[
Comments by Mary : Thursday, November 06, 2008 at 10:28 PM
I dread the end of the season. The winter will be a long one! Thank God for the books and TV reruns. vv
Comments by Rue : Thursday, November 06, 2008 at 11:51 PM
Agree with everyone! Love the show, am obsessed! They will not kill Bill, no way no how.
Comments by Elana : Saturday, November 08, 2008 at 01:20 PM
I have watched trublood since it started. I was hooked as soon as i saw the 1st episode.
2 more episodes what do you mean there are only 2 more left. Now What??!!
I dont really watch any thing but i have really gotten into this.
keep em coming
Comments by heather : Monday, November 10, 2008 at 11:44 PM
True Blood has an extraordinary mixture of genres. Comedy, horror, drama and let us not forget romance. Charlaine Harris books are fantastic. A wonderful cast along with an imaginative creator keeps the viewers craving for more. I just hope that there will be a season 2 and if so, it couldn't come soon enough!
Comments by FatJan : Tuesday, November 11, 2008 at 04:24 PM
Oh my word u don't even know whatu are doing to me!!!This show is the BEST and why did this b**** have to kill the man(fang) in the basement she's f***in the head so where is there V going to come from now.Hey get this on the road don't let this end like this!!!I GET SO HEATED UP OFF THIS STORY HELL DO YOU NEED ANOTHER CHICK IN THIS MOVIE?????Well here i am and I'M from down south for real!!!!!! Let me know i can give you what you need to up dose this.Thats how much I LUV IT!!!!
Comments by germanysan24 : Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at 12:25 AM
OMG...Do you know I count the hours to watch this series. Bill you are the bomb! Watching you on screen, I can really sense that you are truly in love with Sookie. The series is really magnificant. Keep them coming.
Comments by Valencia247 : Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at 09:20 PM
This show has pulled me in the way nothing EVER has.... I find myself needing me some Bill after work. with "True Blood" on demand (I WONT WATCH ANYTHING ELSE) Im so addicted to Lafayett,Sook,Bill "everyone" and the dog...... and I dont mean Jason .... I love this show and I cant wait to run home and see it EVERY SUNDAY ..DONT KILL BILL PLEEEEEEZZZZE ........ ALIVE IN DALLAS
Comments by dbldavila : Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at 10:02 PM
My husband and I love HBO's True Blood, and always look forward to Sunday evenings (and yes, we do have a life)!!!
Please don't stop this series!
Comments by T. Bebel Gilberto Badger : Thursday, November 13, 2008 at 09:45 AM
Hubby and I didn't think HBO could come up with another Sopranos, but, boy WERE WE WRONG!! Absolutely addicted to TrueBlood...really wish there were more than 12 episodes this first season....anyone know exactly when the next season will start? Can't wait!!!!!!!!!!
Comments by Annielou : Sunday, November 16, 2008 at 07:22 PM
favorite show ive ever watched. cant get enough!!!! what am i going to do without it :( i love bill!!!!!
Comments by a : Sunday, November 16, 2008 at 07:43 PM
I love the Sookie Stakhouse books by Charlaine Harris. They are a hoot; sexy, laugh-out-loud, and clever. I was excited to see that HBO was doing a series but was worried about the changes. I lost the worry after the first episode. Charlaine Harris humor is intact. Her twists and surprises still delight. I want to be friends with Sookie, ogle Bill, get makeup tips from Lafayette, and give Jason a big kick. Sam is a great guy, and Tara is a howl. Yes, keep it up...do all the books.
Comments by Monica : Sunday, November 16, 2008 at 10:17 PM
I waited a year for Trueblood to come out. I have read the books at least 3 times. I live for Sunday at 9pm...Trueblood is perfect! I can't wait for more!
Comments by angie : Sunday, November 16, 2008 at 10:48 PM
finding out that season two wont happen until summer is killing me!!!!! My man and I have watched since day one and knew it would be a hit. We are dieing that our Sunday nights are done for, after this next episide. Yes we do have have a life. We just enjoy this. Bill and Sookie are great. We have our thoughts on what will happen but season two needs to hurry up. We can't wait. Don't keep your fan base waiting too long.
Comments by Ruby Lashley : Monday, November 17, 2008 at 12:16 AM
Glad to hear from fellow addicts who'll be going through withdrawal until June. This show is so wonderfully escapist. The screenplays are a boldly imaginative adaptation of the books, which I've read many times. Sure, it's apples and oranges to some extent, but always rewarding nonetheless with great emotional range and depth. I watch the show several times a week to pick up on any nuances or production values I might have missed with the show's fast pace. I think the performances are in the knock-your-socks-off league and the cast seems to be having fun, an added plus. Gonna be getting some Emmys for sure. Come quickly, June.
Comments by evilgramma : Monday, November 17, 2008 at 11:50 AM
Walmart has the Southern Vampire Mysteries Book Set (the first 7 books) for only $28 online. I can't wait to read them all. I am also addicted as most any viewer of True Blood has become. I keep up on the Wiki fan base blogs for spoilers...http://truebloodwiki.hbo.com/thread/1966371/Enter+if+you+dare...ULTIMATE+SPOILS
Comments by Z : Monday, November 17, 2008 at 01:25 PM
Brilliant !!! True Blood is the best show ever created.
I am in Love
Comments by Melissa : Monday, November 17, 2008 at 07:08 PM
The books are great but I don't like some of the things that happen in them I hope they change some of the stuff in the show like they already have. I havent read all the books yet, but I hope they don't kill of Bill. If they do well then in my opnion.. that would so ruin the show.
Comments by Tavia : Monday, November 17, 2008 at 08:16 PM
I'm sorry for the typos.. Recap in short love the books love show even more DON'T KILL BILL show would be unwatchable without him
Comments by Tavia : Monday, November 17, 2008 at 08:19 PM
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