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This is the third film in the Twilight Twilight; based off the Eclipse novel written by Stephenie Meyer. This film continues after New Moon; where Bella is facing her decision of wanting to become a vampire and the choice of marrying Edward Cullen. Victoria is also still hunting Bella in this film, but a new problem emerges. An army is being created-an army of newborn vampires that are in a nearby city causing trouble, and appear to desire Bella's blood. Bella must also fight off the advances of Jacob Black. (Lots of drama.)This still isn't a love triangle. For it to be a love triangle one person must be in a relationship with two people simultaneously. In this case Edward is Bella's choice, and that's it. She might like Jacob Black, but her ultimate love is Edward Cullen. Anyway, this film was directed by David Slade who is a very dark dark director. This is a slight change from his horror films in that their is romance a little gore. There is a vampire fight scene, but no actual gore in it. This film, story, wasn't made for classic horror movie vampire, or werewolf, fans. However, there is plenty of romance in this film to keep romance drama fans more than satisfied. This film might also rub some fans of the original Twilight film the wrong way, because it is darker-that is if you haven't read the novels. It has more action than the other films, and much more dark sequences. The emo-techno teenage music isn't overplayed in this film like New Moon. It's done at just the right moments except for the song Let's Get Lost. It's kind of awkward for the upcoming scenes sequences. The color scheme mixed the two worlds, as the story progressed, of the Cullen vampire's and the Quileute werewolves. Dark browns, and cool greys were common color pallets for this film, and it really added to the feeling of the film. There is use of a lot of character's and back story that it can become confusing if someone were to just come in and watch this film alone. This film also further explains some of the other stories of the Cullen family members, and the story of the Quileute. The Quileute story was true to the novels except for the beginning. They avoided the spirit walker concept. (I find it unfortunate that audience's want to cheer for their characters so much that all angels of these stories aren't really examined from all angels. Such as examining their story from the point of view of the vampire lovers.) However, I enjoyed how true it was to the novel franchise.
The acting in this film is better, but the characters are much more exaggerated. Kristen Stewart returns to her role of Bella Swan. There are still moments where her lines can be dry, and moments where she's too over the top, but she is much better in this film. Her character is apparently much more slutty falling back on teenage hormones; which is how she was in the novels. That does annoy some audiences, and I'm sure makes some parents clinch at the idea of teenage hormones. It is unfortunate that it appears that Billy Burke, Charlie Swan, has slightly altered his acting to better fit Kristen's acting style to better appear as her father. He manages to keep his character entertaining though. Robert Pattinson also returns for his role as Edward Cullen. He is still great with subtle facial features that makes you feel his character. For the first time in the series he does something that isn't modern; he is abstinent before marriage. He still doesn't do the classic style of speech, but his character is held true from the novels. Taylor Lautner continues his role of Jacob Black. His character is slightly different from the novel. In this novel he was pompous, but in the film he was just whiny. (Wah: I want my toy. Lol.) He does his job as an actor creating the character who appears to be an obstacle in the love of Bella and Edward. Jackson Rathbone really comes out as his character Jasper Cullen. His personality comes out with the story of his becoming a vampire. It was also amazing to hear him slip into an texan accent with ease. Julia Jones comes out as Leah Clearwater, the only female werewolf. She has a small role, but it is prominent because of the attitude she places behind it. It stands out amongst the other werewolf characters.Dakota Fanning really pulls out a character who is truly sadistic, and manipulative, in the role of Jane. There is no mistaking her character. Bryce Dallas Howard appears in this role as Victoria. This was risky because a big villain got replaced after two films had been made. Luckily, this was well done by the actress. Her character is presented as an innocent woman who is terrified of being attacked. It does get over done at moments, but at the ending fight scene there is the same familiarity of Victoria from the other films. That change from segment to segment is amazingly well done for the actress. Xavier Samuel plays the role of Riley Biers. He was an unknown actor to popular film audience's. He creates the character trapped by love. He is the terrifying puppet that controls the fate of the newborn vampires. There wasn't much natural flow in his acting, but the effect is still present. Jodelle Ferland plays a different role as Bree. Instead of being a monster villain, she is the girl trapped in this world and unable to makes sense of it. She really pulls out the innocence of the character.
I give this film a 10 out of 10 stars! It is a good film-particularly if you're fan of the franchise and if you've seen the other films. This film takes a different turn in the series by including more action in it.
Answer to last blog: Director Chris Weitz also directed the film, based off a novel, The Golden Compass.
Que: Who was the original actress who played the role of Victoria? (Have to see if you remember)
Kirsten Dunst
Rachelle Lefevre
Ashley Greene
Scarlett Johansson
I had to include both boo covers since they are the same story running simultaneously. Enjoy!
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