Talamasca Can’t Stand on Its Own

AMC’s new series, Talamasca, begins October 26th and is part of the same universe as their adaptations of Anne Rice’s novels, including the critically acclaimed Interview With the Vampire (returning for a third season) and Mayfair Witches (also renewed). All these stories are linked by the Talamasca, a secret organization that monitors supernatural beings – vampires, witches, ghosts, and demons – acting as both researchers and spies. While knowing the background from those other shows might be helpful, it’s not essential. However, Talamasca doesn’t quite feel developed enough to work as a standalone series. The first season, consisting of only six episodes, feels stretched out with unnecessary side plots and hints at a future mystery. A particularly drawn-out nightclub scene, meant to be alluring, didn’t land – and honestly, even Charmed had more exciting moments.








