Let (the Right One/Me) In

[kelby_lake]

Why do Hollywood feel the need to remake everything? Are people incapable of reading subtitles?

[Dark Muse]

I have to say that this book almost makes me think of Lolita meets Dracula, it has elements which remind me both and play upon themes which are presented in both books.

Also I am curious about the meaning of the title. I presume that it is meant to be a play upon the old lore in which it was believed that vampires could not enter into a home unless they were invited, which is also used in Dracula, but I wonder as to the use of "the Right One." I wonder what that suggests, perhaps it will be made clear further into the book.

The alternate title "Let Me In" is a direct reference to the old folkloric belief, but "Let the Right One In" suggests something a bit different.

[Gregory Samsa]

Also I am curious about the meaning of the title. I presume that it is meant to be a play upon the old lore in which it was believed that vampires could not enter into a home unless they were invited, which is also used in Dracula, but I wonder as to the use of "the Right One." I wonder what that suggests, perhaps it will be made clear further into the book.

The alternate title "Let Me In" is a direct reference to the old folkloric belief, but "Let the Right One In" suggests something a bit different.

The title refers to the Morrissey song "Let the Right One Slip In". You see why later in the book.

[Dark Muse]

The title refers to the Morrissey song "Let the Right One Slip In". You see why later in the book.

Oh ok interesting.

[OrphanPip]

I read some critics saying the new American version was actually better than the Swedish film, apparently because he took the best parts from the Swedish film and added a little bit. While others felt he just copied the film entirely. Overall though, the reviews have been positive.