A intelligent story told by excellent actors. Clever dialogue and realistic character interactions. Branches of families - who happen to be vampires, witches and demons - are involved in power struggles, romances and changing allegiances.

No using magic to get out of a tight spot. No drawn out rituals with people in cowls. No chanting of Latin incantations. No padding-out episodes.

Helicopters instead of broomsticks. Properly observed assembly rules instead of ranting demagogues. Deftly woven spells instead of superpowers.

A high quality production with some very atmospheric locations.