Richelle Mead Talks with SciFiNow about Vampire Academy

Extract from the interview! 

 
“Dimitri has a lot going for him,” acknowledges Mead when we ask her why he made such an impression on her readers. “He’s quiet and mysterious, which drives a lot of us crazy. We want to know what he’s thinking, and readers have flooded me with requests to rewrite the series through his point of view, which I’m afraid won’t be happening! He’s strong, loyal and intensely fierce when it comes to protecting those in his charge. He’ll walk up against formidable odds without blinking an eye. And despite his stoic exterior, we get to see that he has a passionate heart within and is capable of huge emotion when in love. Add all of that up, and it’s no wonder he has so many fans!”

Mead tells us that Zoey Deutch and Danila Kozlovsky are perfect fits for Rose and Dimitri. “It’s really amazing not just how much they look like the characters, but they actually have their personalities down as well,” she enthuses. “Zoey has such energy and sass and totally understands Rose’s sense of humour. When she’s in the room, people know it! Danila likewise has that strength and stoicism that Dimitri has, which cleverly hides a wealth of humour and emotion within. And yet, despite their larger-than-life presences, he and Zoey are both so totally down to earth and approachable. You instantly feel comfortable around them.”

Thanks to GossipGyal 

Photos and Dhampir infographic for Vampire Academy

What's the hottest movie out for Valentine's Day? We're expecting Vampire Academyto steal our hearts but hopefully not our blood. The characters in this story aren't straight-up vampires, however. Our exclusive infographic explains the genealogy of the mysterious creatures called "Dhampirs".

Because they are half-human, the Dhampir have great physical strength and stamina, making them natural protectors of those weaker than themselves.

Where did Dhampirs come from? Actually, they exist in Balkan folklore, as the offspring of a vampire and a human. The word "dhampir" comes from the Albanian language, meaning "to drink with teeth."

Dhampirs must attend a special academy to train to become guardians of the Moroi, but why do Moroi need guardians? Because of evil, undead vampires called "Strigoi" who constantly threaten them. Dhampirs are trained to kill any Strigoi they encounter.

 

Dhampirs wear two categories of tattoos. The first is a Promise Mark, to prove they successfully finished guardian training. It looks something like an "S." The second type of tattoo is called a Molnija Mark and looks like an "X." A guardian gets the mark added to her skin every time she kills a Strigoi. These vamp stamps sound very tribal to us.

In a recent interview, Zoey Deutch told SheKnows that the movie is, "Fun, sexy and suspenseful," adding, "If you love to laugh and enjoy yourself, then you'll love Vampire Academy."

Loyal fans of the book will be happy to know that the movie stays very close to the popular YA novel. Apparently, author Richelle Mead did her best to make sure the filmmakers closely followed the novelist's darkly-comedic vision.

Thanks to SheKnows For the amazing Photos And Infographics!

Zoey Deutch's Upcoming Photoshoot for The Untitled Magazine

BTS-from the Zoey's photoshoot

UK Vampire Academy posters

In the UK There was also A Change of Release Date! IMDb says 4th April, Eone Says the same! and UK Cinemas insist on 19th of February! Stay Tuned  as it still uncertain 

~Contacting Eone they confirmed the Release Date will be April 24th

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