In the latest episode “I Could Not Prevent It,” directed by Emma Freeman and written by Kevin Hanna & Rolin Jones, the flashback storyline reaches a crucial point. The Théâtre des Vampires, now led by Santiago (Ben Daniels), has ousted their former leader Armand (Assad Zaman).
They now hold Louis de Pointe du Lac (Jacob Anderson) and Claudia (Delainey Hayles) at the mercy of a hungry human crowd.
The Paris coven accuses Claudia of breaking vampire laws, not just for keeping diaries but also for allegedly manipulating Louis into turning her human companion, Madeleine (Roxane Duran), into a vampire. Meanwhile, lurking in the shadows is Lestat de Lioncourt (Sam Reid), ready to make a dramatic return.
‘Interview with the Vampire’ Season 2 Audition Scene Revealed by Roxane Duran
In present-day Dubai, tensions between Jacob and Armand intensify as they recount these events to journalist Daniel Molloy (Eric Bogosian). What new revelations will surface as Season 2 nears its finale?
Media spoke with Roxane Duran ahead of “I Could Not Prevent It,” discussing the pivotal moments leading up to the episode. Duran shared insights into joining Interview with the Vampire, the challenge of developing chemistry with Hayles, and the complexities of her character Madeleine.
She also discussed the filming of key scenes, the show’s portrayal of Madeleine and Claudia’s relationship, and the significance of Madeleine’s choices in the series.
Duran described her audition process as straightforward but intense, involving multiple rounds and discussions with the show’s creators before landing the role in Season 2. Reflecting on her on-screen chemistry with Hayles, Duran praised her co-star’s instinctive approach, which made their interactions natural and dynamic on set.
She portrayed Madeleine as a woman ostracized in post-war Paris, grappling with societal rejection due to her past with a German soldier. Duran appreciated the show’s portrayal of Madeleine as a multi-dimensional character, layered and imperfect, which added depth to her performance.
The pivotal moment when Claudia reveals her true nature to Madeleine was a highlight for Duran, emphasizing the shock and acceptance in that scene. She discussed how director Emma Freeman and the cinematographer captured Madeleine’s perspective, heightening the tension and emotional impact of the revelation.
Regarding the adjustment from the original novel, Duran highlighted the show’s adaptation of Madeleine and Claudia’s relationship, moving away from a mother-daughter dynamic to a partnership of equals. She appreciated the show’s exploration of their deep connection and mutual support, which she found both romantic and sisterly in nature.
As Season 2 progresses toward its conclusion, the stakes continue to rise for Claudia, Madeleine, and the entire vampire coven. Viewers can expect more revelations and dramatic turns as the series goes deeper into its characters’ relationships and choices.
