Twilight - The Movie Review

If this movie didn't have the book standing behind it, it would have flopped in the box offices with out a doubt.  I hate to write bad reviews but I think that Hardwicke absolutely did not do any justice to the novel and got away like a bandit with the large gross of money from loyal Twilight fans.

I am honestly happy that they have already decided to make the new director that of "The Golden Compass" and "About a Boy" fame, I have yet to be extremely disappointed with any of Wietz work.

But back to Hardwick's interpretation of the novel; Some things she got right - for the most part - she did excellent casting with Edward, Alice, and the rest of the Cullen crew. The atmosphere, props, and stage setting were excellent.

but the editing! Oh the editing! and the placing of which music where was sometimes just ridiculous and matched to close toward "made for TV drama" that it totally took away, not only the magic of Stephenie Meyer, but the hard-work that I'm sure was exerted by many people for this film.

and my last gripe: Kirsten Stewart as Bella - just plain sucked, she lacks emotion on so many levels - and also parades around smoking bongs in public - not a good role model for teen novel readers!)

The chemistry between all the characters were pretty spot on and her soundtrack is pretty great -

Regardless of my disappointment with Twilight the movie, I am hoping that eclipse and new moon get knocked out of the ballpark with both the budget. talent, and special effects! I cannot wait for all the characters of Twilight to come alive. Especially Breaking Dawn!!!!

Yay!