“Mixing thematic elements and tropes … or a feature of this puzzle?”

"Interview With the Vampire" and "Prince of Thorns"

"Borat" and "This Is Spinal Tap"

Like some experimental music

Deferential

Valentine's Day sentiment

More than a mere grudge

They might be all over the map

Animal known for freezing under pressure

Noted criminal extradited to the U.S. in 2017