The Radley family has a pretty big secret: they’re vampires. But here’s the twist—they’ve chosen not to drink blood and are trying to live a normal suburban life. Things take a dramatic turn when their daughter ends up in a dangerous situation, forcing her parents to reveal their hidden past. This revelation explains why they’ve been feeling so drained lately—living without blood has left them pretty weak.
To help their kids deal with this shocking news, Peter, the dad, brings in his brother Will. Will is the complete opposite of the Radleys—he fully embraces the vampire lifestyle, partying and living on the wild side. His arrival shakes things up and starts to influence their son, Rowan, pulling him into a world his parents want to keep him away from. This creates a lot of tension and conflict within the family as they struggle to reconcile their old lives with their new reality.
When it comes to pacing, the film takes its time getting started. It spends quite a while setting up their seemingly dull suburban existence, which I understand, but it can feel a bit slow, especially in the middle. There aren’t many exciting or memorable moments to keep you engaged, and while the story does pick up towards the end, it feels like it could have used a bit more energy throughout.
At just under two hours, the movie feels longer than it needs to be. Trimming some of the slower scenes could have made it more engaging. On the bright side, the acting is solid. The cast does a great job, bringing depth to their characters even when the story feels a bit sluggish.
There’s definitely potential in the vampire theme, and it flirts with interesting ideas about identity and family obligations. However, it doesn’t quite manage to stand out from other vampire stories. In the end, while there are some intriguing moments, it mostly hovers around average. If you enjoy vampire tales, you might find some things to like, but it probably won’t leave a lasting impression.
