When it comes to Queen of the Damned, you’re more likely to find fans of the book rather than the movie. The film adaptation was a cinematic train wreck waiting to happen. Despite having great actors and a solid idea, the movie turned out to be a painful experience to watch. The poor dialogue, disjointed scenes, and generic plot overshadowed the acting. It’s hard to find any redeeming qualities in the film, except for one: the soundtrack. When the music is better than the movie itself, you can’t help but wonder where the director went wrong.
Let’s take a look at some of the best songs from the movie.
5. Dead Cell
The movie managed to secure an impressive soundtrack, but it couldn’t make up for its numerous flaws. The book was far superior to the film, which is often the case. However, in this instance, it’s hard not to think that the story should have remained in print. Perhaps a different director could have brought this vision to life on the big screen, as the attempt made in this movie was simply too much to bear. The problem wasn’t the vampires; it was the way they interacted with each other and the modern world.
4. Redeemer
One aspect of vampire movies that either attracts or repels viewers is the romantic factor. There’s something inherently romantic about a creature that can drain a person’s life and turn them into one of the undead. It’s likely the intimacy of the act that draws people in. If the vampires were more parasitic, like in The Strain, the romance would probably be eliminated, and the movie would need to be altered accordingly. The soap opera-like atmosphere of Queen of the Damned may have played a role in its downfall.
3. System
Akasha is supposed to be the queen of the vampires, right? However, every vampire that claims to be the top dog seems to have a glaring weakness they can’t seem to overcome. Each vampire movie showcases a variety of weaknesses, but the vampires rarely address them, as they don’t believe humans are worth the effort. When night falls, vampires are unstoppable and unhindered by anything… or so they think. There are still plenty of things that can kill vampires, but being bitten by their own kind seems redundant.
2. Forsaken
Have you ever noticed how the general attitude of a head vampire is that humans are either ‘beneath’ their notice or to be bargained with because they’re too numerous? This idea that humans are beneath the notice of vampires is amusing, considering humans don’t turn to dust and ash on contact with sunlight. Granted, humans are weaker and less adept at survival than vampires, but they are just as intelligent and have numerous ways to take down vampires, thanks to legends and myths. This makes humans a real danger and a force not to be underestimated. However, in movies like Queen of the Damned, rulers like Akasha tend to think they’re invincible.
1. Not Meant for Me
Overall, Queen of the Damned was a disappointing movie, but it did feature a well-crafted and enjoyable soundtrack. Vampire movies are typically a lot of fun, but this one managed to suck the fun right out of itself, pun intended. If this movie were ever to be remade, it wouldn’t be an insult to Aaliyah’s memory, as her legacy goes far beyond this film. If anything, a remake could serve as an overdue apology to fans who expected something more noteworthy.
Vampire movies have had their ups and downs over the years, but Queen of the Damned hit a new low when it was released. It was that bad.
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