The night of the undead begins with the first installment in this, the latest vampire franchise to be milked for teenage girls. This is the story of Darren, a boy who is led to give up his normal life and join a freak show as the assistant to a 200-year vampire. Little does he know that fate has plans for him as the instigator of renewed war with the more-bloodthirsty vampanese.
The Paramount was stacked with junior high and high school girls for this premiere, leaving us regular Fantastic Fest badge holders far outnumbered. The audience however seemed to really get into the film and the stars on hand for its premiere. The film was at its worst when it tried to be serious with itself, and best when playing on inside jokes between the script and the audience. While I may not seek out the remaining installments (until my daughter(s) beg me too in 10+ years), I hope the film succeeds and can continue the story.
Cirque du Freak: The Vampire's Assistant
2009, directed by Paul Weitz
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