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Vampire Academy
Vampire Academy, Blood Sisters.jpeg
Theatrical release poster

Directed by
Mark Waters
Produced by
Don Murphy
Susan Montford
Michael Preger
Deepak Nayar
Written by
Daniel Waters
Based on
Vampire Academy
by Richelle Mead
Starring
Zoey Deutch
Lucy Fry
Danila Kozlovsky
Music by
Rolfe Kent
Cinematography
Tony Pierce-Roberts
Editing by
Chris Gill
Studio
Preger Entertainment
Reliance
Angry Films
Distributed by
The Weinstein Company
Release dates
February 7, 2014

Running time
104 minutes
Country
United States
Language
English
Box office
$6,677,000[1]
Vampire Academyis an American fantasyadventure filmbased on the 2007 best-selling novel Vampire Academyby Richelle Mead, directed by Mark Waters, and scripted by Daniel Waters. The film stars Zoey Deutch, Danila Kozlovsky, and Lucy Fryin lead roles. It was released in the U.S. on February 7, 2014 while it will be released in the summer for some other countries, and was distributed in the United States by The Weinstein Company.[2]


Contents [hide]
1Plot
2Cast
3Production3.1Development
3.2Casting
3.3Pre-production
3.4Filming
4Soundtrack
5Distribution
6Reception
7References
8External links

Plot[edit]
The story features a 17-year-old Dhampir (half-human/vampire) guardian-in-training Rose Hathaway, and her royal Moroi (the peaceful, mortal vampires) best friend Lissa Dragomir living discreetly within our world, and had escaped from their boarding school St. Vladimir's Academy two years prior to the story. They are soon dragged back to the Academy and rediscovering the dangerous hierarchy within it, along with lies, rumors and secrets. Rose starts to form an attraction to her Russian Dhampir mentor, Dimitri Belikov. The two best friends begin to realize that the threat of the Strigoi (bloodthirsty, undead vampires) is bigger than ever.
Cast[edit]
Zoey Deutchas Rosemarie "Rose" Hathaway
Lucy Fryas Vasilisa "Lissa" Dragomir
Danila Kozlovskyas Dimitri Belikov
Gabriel Byrneas Victor Dashkov
Dominic Sherwoodas Christian Ozera
Olga Kurylenkoas Headmistress Ellen Kirova
Sarah Hylandas Natalie Dashkov
Cameron Monaghanas Mason Ashford
Sami Gayleas Mia Rinaldi
Ashley Charles as Jesse Zeklos
Claire Foyas Sonya Karp
Joely Richardsonas Queen Tatiana Ivashkov
Edward Holcroft as Aaron Drozdov
Chris Mason as (Ray/Ralf Sarcozy)
Ben Peel as Spiridon
Harry Bradshaw as Bruno
Shelley Longworthas Feeder Norrine
Elizabeth Conboy as Rhea Dragomir (Lissa's Mom)
Bronte Terrell as Camilla/Camille Conta
Alice Wahtel as Mia's friend
Production[edit]
Development[edit]
In June 2010, Preger Entertainment optioned the film rights to the Vampire Academyseries.[3]On July 6, 2010, they announced that producer Don Murphyhad joined them to help bring the series to the big screen.[4]On December 17, 2012, it was announced that Daniel Waters was writing the script and subsequently, it was announced, that his brother, Mark Waters would direct.[5]
Casting[edit]
On February 1, 2013, it was announced that Zoey Deutch, Australian actress Lucy Fry, and Russian actor Danila Kozlovskywere cast as Rose Hathaway, Lissa Dragomir, and Dimitri Belikov respectively.[6]On April 29, 2013, it was announced that Olga Kurylenkohad been cast as Headmistress Ellen Kirova.[7]On May 10, 2013, additional cast members were announced to be Cameron Monaghan, Sami Gayle, Claire Foy, and Ashley Charles for the roles of Mason Ashford, Mia Rinaldi, Sonya Karp and Jesse Zeklos respectively.[8]On May 18, 2013, it was announced that Gabriel Byrnewould play Victor Dashkov, Lissa's uncle, while Sarah Hylandwould play Natalie Dashkov, Victor’s daughter and fellow student at the academy. Joely Richardsonplayed Queen Tatiana Ivashkov, leader of the Moroi Vampires and Dominic Sherwoodplayed Christian Ozera, Lissa’s love interest.[9]On May 20, 2013, the producers posted a behind the scenes photograph revealing the names of a few more cast members.[10]Casting for the film was undertaken by Marci Liroffand Reg Poerscout-Edgerton.[11]
Pre-production[edit]
The title was initially changed from Vampire Academyto Vampire Academy: Blood Sisters. This was the name of the first book in many foreign languages and a different name for each film was wanted. The title was later changed back to simply Vampire Academy. The project was officially greenlit on April 1, 2013.[12]The producers announced on their official Facebookpage that principal photography would take place in the UK with additional photography planned in and around Montanain USA and that director, Mark Waters had started pre-production work in London.
To prepare for their roles as Dhampir novices and guardians, Deutch,[13]Monaghan[14]and Kozlovsky underwent rigorous training sessions and workouts.[15]
Prior to the official release of the film, the "Blood Sisters" portion of the title was dropped.
Filming[edit]
Filming began on May 28, 2013 in London,[16]at Pinewood Studios. Principal photographyofficially ended on July 20, 2013.[17]
Soundtrack[edit]
On January 14, 2014, the track list of the official soundtrack was released. The album itself was released on February 4, 2014. Tracks included the artists Katy Perry, Sky Ferreira, Natalia Kills, and Au Revoir Simone. There was also a special cover track of Bela Lugosi's Deadfeatured during the film's end credits by Chvrches.[18]
Distribution[edit]
The Weinstein Company, the North American distributors for the film, held a competition where the winner would be able to visit the set in London and meet the cast.[19]On July 22, 2013, a 'Q&A' was held on Twitterwith author Richelle Mead answering fan questions. The official motion poster was also revealed on July 22, 2013 by Yahoo! Movies.[20]On August 13, 2013, three official stills were released by USA Today[21]and later in the day The Weinstein Company released a sneak peek of the teaser trailer.[22]On August 14, 2013, The Weintstein Company released the full official teaser trailer on Yahoo! Movies.[23]On September 12, 2013, The Weinstein Company started releasing stills and character profile photos on the film's Twitter account. Sherwood, Gayle, Fry and Deutch attended the New York Comic Con for the movie, where a new sizzle reel was previewed by those in attendance. On November 21, 2013, the official theatrical trailer was released by Yahoo! Movies.
The film was originally set to be released on Valentine's Day, but changed to February 7, 2014 in the United States,[24]while some other countries will get it in Spring/Summer of 2014.
Reception[edit]
Vampire Academywas not screened for critics, and has received negative reviews. The film currently holds a 9% rating on Rotten Tomatoesbased on 32 reviews. The consensus states: "Though it may appeal to its built-in fanbase, Vampire Academy's Twilight-meets-Mean Girls conceit borrows lazily from its predecessors and offers few laughs or thrills to complement its overstuffed backstory."
The movie was mostly criticized on the script, action sequences and CGI effects. Peter Traversfrom Rolling Stonegave the film a 0/4 stars saying 'One idea, mixed with lame jokes, and stretched beyond coherence. Vampire Academy doesn't need a review. It needs a stake in the heart.' Dennis Harvey from Varietyalso gave the movie a negative review stating 'Not only plays like the crassest possible mashup of "Harry Potter" and "Twilight" elements, but seems designed to make those franchises look like eternal monuments of world culture by comparison.' Manohla Dargisfrom New York Timessaid '[Mr. Waters] doesn't seem especially interested in the supernatural parts of "Vampire Academy," and he clearly didn't have the budget to make what little hocus-pocus there is magical.' The cast was also criticized with critics saying Zoey Deutch's performance was a ripoff of Ellen Page's Junocharacter and Lucy Fry having moments of decent acting and other moments that 'felt like nails on a chalkboard', says critic Kevin A. Rason from MovieCrypt.com.
As of February 16, 2014, the film has grossed $6.6 million, with many suggesting that poor box office returns will effectively kill any plans for a sequel.
References[edit]
1.Jump up ^"Vampire Academy". Box Office Mojo. Retrieved February 16, 2014.
2.Jump up ^Berlin 2013: The Weinstein Co. Strikes Deal for U.S. Rights to Vampire Pic 'Blood Sisters'Hollywood Reporter (2013-02-01). Retrieved on 2013-05-11.
3.Jump up ^New York Times Bestselling Series 'Vampire Academy' Staked by Preger Entertainment – LOS ANGELES, June 29 /PRNewswire/. Prnewswire.com (2010-06-29). Retrieved on 2010-12-30.
4.Jump up ^McNary, Dave. (2010-07-06) 'Academy' bites bigscreen – Entertainment News, Book Adaptations, Media. Variety. Retrieved on 2010-12-30.
5.Jump up ^Heatherswriter and Mean Girls director teaming up for the undead ass-kicking Vampire Academy movie. IO9 (2013-02-02). Retrieved on 2013-05-11.
6.Jump up ^‘Vampire Academy’ Film Takes Flight; Mark Waters Directing Daniel Waters’ Scriptdeadline.com (2013-02-01). Retrieved on 2013-05-11.
7.Jump up ^‘Oblivion’s Olga Kurylenko Sinks Teeth Into ‘Vampire Academy’deadline.com (2013-04-29). Retrieved on 2013-05-11.
8.Jump up ^‘Vampire Academy’ Adds ‘Blue Bloods’ Sami Gayle, ‘Shameless’ Cameron Monaghan & More To Castdeadline.com (2013-05-10). Retrieved on 2013-05-11.
9.Jump up ^‘Vampire Academy’ Adds ‘Modern Family’s’ Sarah Hyland, Gabriel Byrne & More To Cast
10.Jump up ^"Twitter / OfficialVAMovie: Sneak Peak! #productionoffice". Twitter.com. May 20, 2013. Retrieved May 21, 2013.
11.Jump up ^"Twitter / MarciLiroff: The über talented UK CD". Twitter.com. May 11, 2013. Retrieved May 13, 2013.
12.Jump up ^The ‘Vampire Academy’ Movie is a Go! Production to Begin May 2013Teen.com (2013-04-04). Retrieved on 2013-05-11.
13.Jump up ^Zoey Deutch Gets A Workout For 'Vampire Academy'Mtv (2013-03-05). Retrieved on 2013-05-11.
14.Jump up ^"Twitter / fusdad: Happy to be training with Cameron Monaghan for "Vampire Academy"". Twitter.com. May 11, 2013. Retrieved May 13, 2013.
15.Jump up ^"Twitter / fusdad: Jessie and Danila on his last day of training". Twitter.com. March 20, 2013. Retrieved May 13, 2013.
16.Jump up ^'The Vampire Academy’ casts MasonHypable.com (2013-05-10). Retrieved on 2013-05-11.
17.Jump up ^"Twitter / OfficialVAMovie: That's a wrap on "Vampire Academy."". Twitter.com. July 20, 2013. Retrieved July 21, 2013.
18.Jump up ^Universal Music Enterprises to Release VAMPIRE ACADEMY Soundtrack out February 11, 2014Yahoo! Finance (2014-01-16). Retrieved on 2013-01-18.
19.Jump up ^Vampire Academy: Blood Sisters sweepstakesHypable.com (2013-06-10). Retrieved on 2013-07-23.
20.Jump up ^Exclusive ‘Vampire Academy’ Motion Poster Will Stake You For SureYahoo! Movies (2013-07-22). Retrieved on 2013-07-23.
21.Jump up ^'Vampire Academy' brings up a 'brassy' heroineUSA Today (2013-08-14). Retrieved on 2013-08-15.
22.Jump up ^"Twitter / VAOfficialMovie: You passed the test! 10K+ RTs!". Twitter.com. August 14, 2013. Retrieved August 15, 2013.
23.Jump up ^Sass Is Thicker Than Blood in First ‘Vampire Academy: Blood Sisters’ TrailerYahoo! Movies (2013-08-14). Retrieved on 2013-08-16.
24.Jump up ^Batman Superman Film pushed back to 2016, Vampire Academy moved upThe Slanted (2014-01-18). Retrieved on 2014-01-18.
External links[edit]
Official website
Vampire Academyat the Internet Movie Database
Vampire Academyat Box Office Mojo
Vampire Academyat Rotten Tomatoes
Vampire Academyat Metacritic
Official Vampire Academy Movie Pageat Facebook
Vampire Academy Movie (Page set up by distributors)at Facebook


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