| True Blood | |
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| Genre | Drama |
| Created by | Series: Alan Ball Books: Charlaine Harris |
| Starring | Anna Paquin Stephen Moyer Sam Trammell Ryan Kwanten Rutina Wesley Chris Bauer Nelsan Ellis Jim Parrack Adina Porter Carrie Preston Michael Raymond-James William Sanderson Alexander Skarsgard Lynn Collins Lizzy Caplan Lois Smith Stephen Root |
| Opening theme | "Bad Things" by Jace Everett |
| Composer(s) | Nathan Barr |
| Country of origin |  United States |
| Language(s) | English |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 12 (List of episodes) |
| Production | |
| Executive producer(s) |
Alan Ball |
| Running time | approx. 55 min. |
| Broadcast | |
| Original channel | HBO |
| Original run | September 7, 2008 – present |
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| Official website | |
| IMDb profile | |
| TV.com summary | |
True Blood is an American television drama series created by Alan Ball, based on the Sookie Stackhouse book series by Charlaine Harris. The show is broadcast on the premium cable network HBO in the United States. It is produced by HBO in association with Ball's production company, Your Face Goes Here Entertainment.[1] It premiered on September 7, 2008. The show has been renewed for a second season.[2]
True Blood details the co-existence of vampires and humans in Bon Temps, a fictional small Louisiana town. The series centers on Sookie Stackhouse (Anna Paquin), a telepathic waitress at a diner, who falls in love with vampire Bill Compton (Stephen Moyer).[1][3]
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Production
Development
Series creator Alan Ball had previously worked with premium cable channel HBO on Six Feet Under, which ran for five seasons. In October 2005, after Six Feet Under's finale, Ball signed a two-year agreement with HBO to develop and produce original programming for the network. True Blood became the first project under the deal, after Ball read the first book in Charlaine Harris's Sookie Stackhouse series, Dead Until Dark.[4]
Ball was early for a dentist appointment one day when he was browsing through Barnes and Noble and came across the book. Enjoying it, he continued reading the series and halfway through the third entry, Club Dead, became interested in "bringing [Harris']s vision to television."[4][5] Ball then contacted Harris about adapting the material and both thought that television was the ideal medium for the series. Ball has said, "The scope of Charlaine's books really lent itself to a series more than just a movie... [because I felt like condensing] it into two hours would do it a disservice." Additionally, Harris had previously been approached by others about adapting the books as a film, but declined due to creative differences. She agreed to go work with Ball, however, because she "became convinced that he understood the agenda of the books and... would do [them] justice."[5]
The project's hour-long pilot was ordered concurrently with the finalization of the aforementioned development deal and was written, directed and produced by Ball.[1][4] Cast members Paquin, Kwanten and Trammell were announced in February 2007 and Moyer later on in April.[6][7] The pilot was shot in the early summer of 2007 and was officially ordered to series in August, at which point Ball had already written several more episodes.[1] Production on the series began later that fall,[8] with Brook Kerr, who portrayed Tara Thornton in the original pilot, being replaced by Rutina Wesley. Two more episodes of the series had been filmed before the 2007-08 Writers Guild of America strike shut production of the 12-episode first season down until 2008.
Music
Gary Calamar, the music supervisor for the series, said he's working on a soundtrack for the show that is "swampy, bluesy and spooky" and that he plans to feature local Louisiana musicians.[9]
Composer Nathan Barr writes the original score for the series which features cello, guitar, prepared piano and glass harmonica among other instruments, all of which he performs himself.[citation needed]
The main theme song is "Bad Things" by country music artist Jace Everett, from his 2005 self-titled debut.[10].
Viral marketing campaign
The premiere of True Blood has been prefaced with a viral marketing/ARG campaign, based at BloodCopy.com. This has included setting up multiple websites[11][12][13], encoding web address into unmarked envelopes mailed to high profile blog writers and others, and even performances by a "vampire" who is attempting to reach out to others of their kind, to discuss the recent creation of "TruBlood", a material apparently pivotal to the initial plot.
A MySpace account with the username "Blood"[14] has, as of June 19, uploaded two videos[15]; one entitled "Vampire Taste Test - Tru Blood vs Human",[16]and one called "BloodCopy Exclusive INTERVIEW WITH SAMSON THE VAMPIRE".
A prequel comic was handed out to attendees of the 2008 Comic-Con. The comic centers around an old vampire named Lamar, who tells the reader about how TruBlood surfaced and was discussed between many vampires before going public. At one point, Lamar wonders if TruBlood is making the world safe for vampires or from them.
Several commercials featured on HBO and Facebook.com[17] aired prior to the series premiere, placing vampires in ads similar to those of beer and wine.
Thousands of DVDs of the first episode were handed out to attendees of Midnight Madness, a special screenings event of the 2008 Toronto International Film Festival.
Plot summary
Thanks to a Japanese scientist's invention of synthetic blood, vampires have progressed from legendary monsters to fellow citizens overnight. And while humans have been safely removed from the menu, many remain apprehensive about these creatures "coming out of the coffin." Religious leaders and government officials around the world have chosen their sides, but in the small Louisiana town of Bon Temps, the jury is still out.
Local waitress Sookie Stackhouse (Anna Paquin), however, knows how it feels to be an outcast. "Cursed" with the ability to listen in on people's thoughts, she's also open-minded about the integration of vampires — particularly when it comes to Bill Compton (Stephen Moyer), a handsome 175-year-old living up the road. But as Sookie is drawn into a series of mysteries surrounding Bill's arrival in Bon Temps, that tolerance will be put to the test.[18]
Cast and characters
Main characters
- Sookie Stackhouse (Anna Paquin), a telepathic cocktail waitress in a small town diner.
- Jason Stackhouse (Ryan Kwanten), Sookie's brother.
- Tara Thornton (Rutina Wesley), Sookie's best friend (played by Brook Kerr in the unaired pilot).
- Bill Compton (Stephen Moyer), a vampire with whom Sookie falls in love.
- Sam Merlotte (Sam Trammell), the owner of the bar and restaurant entitled "Merlotte's", where Sookie Works. In the later episodes of season one it is revealed that he is a shapeshifter, often watching Sookie in the form of a dog.
- Lafayette Reynolds (Nelsan Ellis), Sookie's co-worker and Tara's cousin. He deals in drugs and prostitution for extra income.
- Arlene Fowler (Carrie Preston), a waitress working with Sookie.
- Eric Northman (Alexander Skarsgård), Sheriff of one of the five vampire districts, he is very powerful in the vampire community.
Supporting characters
- Rene Lenier (Michael Raymond-James), Arlene's Cajun boyfriend soon to be husband.
- Hoyt Fortenberry (Jim Parrack), a friend of Jason's and Rene's.
- Pam (Kristin Bauer) Eric's child. In Vampire way.
- Lettie Mae Thornton (Adina Porter), Tara's mother
- Detective Andy Bellefleur (Chris Bauer), the detective investigating Jason Stackhouse.
- Sheriff Bud Dearborne (William Sanderson), the town sheriff.
- Amy Burley (Lizzy Caplan), Jason Stackhouse's love interest.
- Adele Hale Stackhouse (Lois Smith), Sookie and Jason's grandmother, nicknamed "Gran".
- Terry Bellefleur (Todd Lowe), Iraq war veteran and bartender at Merlotte's.
Reception
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The overall critical reception of True Blood has been generally favorable, but initial impressions were mixed, ranging from overwhelmingly positive to very negative. Many critics have praised the show for its originality, storytelling and aesthetics; others have criticized it for being "muddled" and resorting to stereotypes in its characterizations.[19]
Ratings for the series have steadily increased since its debut. Currently, True Blood is set to become HBO's third most-watched series behind previous hits The Sopranos and Sex and the City.[20]
See also
References
- ^ a b c d Schneider, Michael (2007-08-09). "HBO rolls with Ball's 'True Blood'", Daily Variety. Retrieved on 20 March 2008.
- ^ Bloomer, Jeffrey (2008-09-25). "Despite rocky start, HBO picks up True Blood for a second season", Paste Magazine. Retrieved on 1 November 2008.
- ^ Andreeva, Nellie (2007-08-10). "Ball bringing new 'Blood' to HBO", The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved on 20 March 2008.
- ^ a b c Time Warner, of which HBO is a subsidiary (2005-10-31). "HBO Concludes Exclusive Two-Year Television Deal with Six Feet Under Creator Alan Ball". Press release. Retrieved on 2008-03-20.
- ^ a b "True Blood SDCC 2008 Pt 2". Youtube (2008-07-24). Retrieved on 2008-08-17.
- ^ Andreeva, Nellie (2007-02-26). "Paquin finds 'True' calling for Ball, HBO", The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved on 20 March 2008.
- ^ Andreeva, Nellie (2007-04-07). "Moyer, HBO make 'Blood' pact", The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved on 20 March 2008.
- ^ Mitovitch, Matt Webb (2007-08-10). "True Blood Vampire Saga Tests Positive at HBO", TV Guide. Retrieved on 17 August 2008.
- ^ Five TV Shows To Enrich The Ears In '08 by Chuck Crisafulli, Billboard.com, January 02, 2008.
- ^ Tucker, Ken. "True Blood - TV Review". Entertainment Weekly . Retrieved on 2008-10-22.
- ^ "BloodCopy". Retrieved on 2008-06-19.
- ^ "RevenantOnes". Retrieved on 2008-06-19.
- ^ "Chishio.jp". Retrieved on 2008-06-19.
- ^ "MySpace.com - Blood - 28 - Male - SHREVEPORT, Louisiana - www.myspace.com/389839563". Retrieved on 2008-06-19.
- ^ "MySpaceTV Videos: Blood Video Channel". Retrieved on 2008-06-19.
- ^ MySpaceTV Videos: Vampire Taste Test - Tru Blood vs Human by Blood. Retrieved on 2008-06-19. Event occurs at 1:29.
- ^ "TruBlood's Videos". Retrieved on 2008-09-14.
- ^ www.hbo.com
- ^ "True Blood (HBO) - Reviews from Metacritic". MetaCritic. Retrieved on 2008-09-13.
- ^ "A major reboot at HBO". L.A. Times. Retrieved on 2008-11-13.
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Selena: gosh. What did I just said to him? Is he gonna realize that I like him? Uh,help me! Joe: *still laughing and suddenly realized* she needs to be beautiful for me,huh? *smiles wide* w/demi Demi: now, I gotta win the deal. I gotta win joes heart. What am I gonna do? Oh,wait— Joe: *texting selena when his phone suddenly rang* woah! Demi? Demi: hey,joe. Wanna hang out with me tomorrow? Pweese? Joe: oh. I would love to. But I just arranged a meeting with someone already. Demi: *disappointed* huh? Who are you meeting tomorrow? Joe: uh--*uses girly voice and pulls the phone away* joe, please come down now. *uses normal voice and put the phone in place* oh,my moms calling me. Gotta go. Anyways, maybe I can hang out with you the other day? Besides we have a long weekend.bye. *hung up* Demi: ok. *sighs* Joe: whoo. *relieved and wipes his sweat* that was close. THE NEXT DAY Selena: *was already prepared and calls joe* Joe: hello? *sleepy voice* Selena: where are you? Ive been waiting for an hour. You said youll pick me up at 8. its 9 already! Joe: woah. Calm down. Selena: how am I supposed to calm down? I prepared a lot for this day! *realized what she said* uh—I mean, its our first hang out as true friends. You know Joe: *weak laugh* whatever you say. Slip of the tongue again, Sel. Selena: whatever. Joe: so, I think we cant hang-out today. Im really sorry. Selena: what!? What do you mean? What happened? Why? Joe: man questions huh?Im sick.I cant go out. My mom wont let me. Selena: *disappointed* oh,ok. Anyways, get well soon joe. Joe: thanks. *hung up* Selena: I thought this would be the happiest day of my life. I guess Im wrong. Ill just take a walk. *walks to the streets* AT THE CITY Selena: *saw couples dating and having fun* *talking to herself* uh, whatever. Im not jealous of all of you. Joe and I could have been happier if our date just happened. Stupid illness! *looks down* Drew: hey selena. Selena: *looks up*huh? Do I know you? Drew: you have to. Im a senior at our school. Its a shame you dont know me. Im as popular as hell. Selena: *annoyed* I guess youre not as popular as you think you are coz I dont know you. Drew: oh,cmon. Ive always thought youre a pretty girl. Wanna hang out with me today? Selena: sorry. I dont want to. *walks away* Drew: I always get what I want. *catches up with her* wait up! *grabs her by the waist and brings her to a trash corner and tries to kiss her* Selena: get off! *tries to pull away but cant do it* ughh! Drew: cmon. Girls at school will die to have this opportunity. Selena: *slaps him* well, Im different from them. Help! Drew: no ones gonna help you. *evil smile* Selena: *thinks: if only joe was here. If only our date wasnt spoiled,if only* *closes her eyes* Drew: *someone grabbed him* what the? Joe: *punches him hard at the face* thats my girl, jerk! *punches him again harder at the eyes* Drew: *spits out blood* stop! *runs away* Joe: *follows him* hey you, come back here! *remembered that selena was there and turns to her* Selena: *trembling* Joe: *moves closer to her and held her face with two hands* are you alright selly bear? Selena: I---*closes her eyes* Joe: *hugs her in his arms* everythings alright now. I saved you, again. Selena: *in a silent voice* thank you. Joe: no problem. Ill always be here for you when you need me and I mean it. Selena: promise? Joe: I promise. *caressing her hair* Beggar: ahem. Excuse me, this is my place. Jelena: *pulls away* sorry. Selena: its not what you think it is. Beggar: Im used to it, miss. Teenagers always hang out here. Selena: no. I swear. Were just--- Joe: *took advantage of the situation* come on. We cant hide this forever,hun. *smiles* Selena: joe?! Beggar: you go now, children. Rent some room. Selena: eww. Joe: well take your advice anytime. *held selenas hand and went over to a car* Selena: and what was that? Joe: what? Selena: *widen her eyes* Joe: ok,ok. *laughs out loud* Selena: joe!? Joe: ok. I was just joking around. Besides, I told drew youre my girl. Selena: what? He might spread it on school! Joe: cmon. Hes never gonna do that. With that black eye and blood on his mouth, hell be too afraid to mess with joe jonas.*shows his muscles* Selena: *sighs*here we go again. Anyways, Im afraid joe. He might do it again. Joe: *held her hand* nothing bad is going to happen now that Im by your side. Selena: speaking that youre by my side now, why are you here? I thought you were sick? But youre as strong as a carabao now! Joe: I uhh— Selena: youve got a lot of explaining to do mister. Joe: *eyes widen* cmon. I cant seriously do this. Can we just let it go? Selena: no,you have to. *crosses her arms*
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