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If you haven’t seen director Matt Reeves’ remake of the popular Swedish vampire film LET THE RIGHT ONE IN, you’re missing one of the most entertaining films of 2010, and one of the best American horror movies in recent years. Just before the theatrical release, I got a chance to speak to Matt about the making of the film, and talk about some of the movie’s stars like Chloe Moretz (WATCHMEN) and the great Richard Jenkins. We even got into some of Reeves’ early Hollywood days, going all the way back to UNDER SIEGE 2: DARK TERRITORY. You can check out the original interview here. In anticipation of the DVD and Blu-ray release this week, I got the opportunity to catch up with Matt once more, and discuss what we can expect from the home video release, among other entertaining things. At the time of the interview, which was kindly rescheduled due to Matt getting sick, Reeves was still a little under the weather, so I really appreciate him taking to time to follow through with our talk. This guy is what you wish all Hollywood directors were like… basically like talking to a buddy who has a lot of the same interests. Please pick up LET ME IN this week on DVD or Blu-ray (we have links below where you can purchase it), or rent it and tell your friends to do the same. It’s over 16 minutes of audio interview greatness, and definitely worth a listen. Click here to open a media player and listen, or right click this link and save it as an MP3.
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Some of the noteworthy items in this interview:
Matt explains the extensive process of putting together a DVD/Blu-ray, the decisions of what special features to include, and the impressive “car crash” featurette on the LET ME IN bonus materials.
Matt talks about what horror has become these days, particularly the effects of “pop” films and TV shows like TWILIGHT and TRUE BLOOD, and the changes of the genre.
Matt talks about the sad fact that directors don’t get lots of chances to see movies, due to the hectic promotional schedules, but touches on a few that have impressed him lately.
Matt talks a bit about working with Kodi Smit-McPhee and Elias Koteas, and their enthusiasm toward the material and co-stars.
Matt, in a fairly definitive way, explains why there’s not likely to be a sequel to LET ME IN, but the one possible scenario that might change that.
Matt addresses CLOVERFIELD sequel rumors (he directed the first film, produced by J.J. Abrams), explaining where things are at, and states it’s still a very good possibility. He also talks about what may be done in terms of casting with a sequel.
Matt also notes he’s still working on THE INVISIBLE WOMAN project, and the possibility of returning to television.
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DVD and Blu-ray Release Date: 02/01/2011
From Matt Reeves – the director of Cloverfield – comes the new vampire classic that critics are calling “chillingly real” (Scott Bowles, USA Today), “one of the best horror films of the year” (Cinematica) and “a haunting, touching and unforgettable thriller” (Pete Hammond, Boxoffice Magazine). In bleak New Mexico, a lonely, bullied boy, Owen (Kodi Smit-McPhee of The Road), forms a unique bond with his mysterious new neighbor, Abby (Chloe Grace Moretz of Kick Ass), who moves from town to town with the man who appears to be her father (Oscar Nominee Richard Jenkins of The Visitor). Trapped in the mind and body of a child, however, Abby is forced to hide a horrific secret of bloodthirsty survival. But in a world of both tenderness and terror, how can you invite in the one friend who may unleash the ultimate nightmare?
Based on the Swedish novel, Let The Right One In, “Let Me In is a dark and violent love story, a beautiful piece of cinema and a respectful rendering of my novel for which I am grateful.” (John Ajvide Lindqvist, author)
Features:
Audio Commentary with Director Matt Reeves
From the Inside: A Look at the Making of Let Me In
The Art of Special Effects
Car Crash Sequence Step-by-Step
Dissecting Let Me In
Deleted Scenes
Trailer Gallery
Poster Gallery
Limited Edition Comic Book
Includes Digital Copy Of Let Me In For Portable Media Players
Born and raised in Dallas, Mark has been a movie critic since 1994, with reviews featured in print, radio and National TV. In 2001 he started the Entertainment section of the Herorealm website, where he contributed film reviews and celebrity interviews until 2004. After three years of service there, he started Bigfanboy.com, which has become one of the Dallas film community's leading information websites. Bigfanboy hosts several movie screenings in the Texas area, and works closely with film and TV studios and promotional partners to host exciting events and contests. The site also features a variety of rare celebrity and filmmaker interviews, and Bigfanboy.com regularly covers the film festival circuit as well. In addition to Hollywood reporting, Mark has worked for many years as an advertising and sci-fi/comic book artist. Clients have included Lucasfilm Ltd., Topps Trading Cards, The Dallas Mavericks and The Dallas Stars. From 2002 until 2015 he managed the Dallas Comic Con, Sci-Fi Expo and Fan Days events in the DFW area. He currently catalogs rare comic books and movie memorabilia for Heritage Auctions, and runs the Dallas Comic Show conventions, but remains an avid moviegoer and cinema buff. 
I think Abby should change Owen then after so many years they both should walkout into the sun, holding hands