A Little "Twilight" for Oscar Night

From carpetbagger.blogs.nytmes.com:

Waaaay back at the beginning of Oscar season, when the Bagger was green – greener – and Adam Shankman was just a choreographer-turned-newbie Oscar producer, not one-half of the Academy’s most famous odd couple, he suggested on Twitter that people like Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart might be a part of the show.

The reaction, of course, was mixed, with equal parts online shrieking from “Twilight” fans and digital bemoaning from more reserved Oscar-watchers, who worried that the gravitas of the occasion would be undermined in some kind of shrieky, tweeny ratings-grab.

Well, guess who won?

R. Patz is still a no-show, but Ms. Stewart and her “Twilight” co-star Taylor Lautner, as well as Miley Cyrus and Zac Efron, will all be presenters on the show, the Academy announced earlier this week. (Ms. Cyrus and Mr. Efron have attended before; Ms. Cyrus was even involved with a nominated film, “Bolt,” in 2008.).......

Rob says they're together ~

“Twilight” teenthrob Robert Pattinson is finally coming clean about his relationship with co-star Kristen Stewart - and, it’s what Twi-hards have been suspecting all along.

“It is extremely difficult but we are together, yes,” Pattinson admitted to London’s The Sun at Sunday’s Bafta Academy Awards in the U.K.

The duo have been closed-mouthed about their relationship, but they had planned to make their first public appearance as a couple at the Baftas. Sadly, due to safety precautions, Pattinson, 23, and Stewart, 19, were forced to arrive separately.

“We can’t arrive at the same time because of the fans. It goes crazy,” Pattinson explained. “This was supposed to be a public appearance as a couple, but it’s impossible. We are here together and it’s a public event but it’s not easy”

He added that the two often have to create distractions in order to be together publicly. “We have to do all this stuff to avoid attention.”

Stewart, who picked up the Orange Rising Star award at the ceremony, later joined her “Twilight” co-star at a Grey Goose-sponsored afterparty at the Grosvenor House Hotel.

Stewart was snapped leaving the soiree around midnight with Pattinson, who is in town filming “Bel Ami” with Uma Thurman.

The next installment in the “Twilight” saga, “Eclipse,” hits U.S. theaters June 30.

Source: BostonHerald.com

Jackson Rathborne's New Movie "The Last Airbender"

From Examiner.com:

Jackson Rathbone, who plays vampire Jasper in the Twilight Saga movies, will play the lead in the new movie by M. Night Shyamalan The Last Airbender.

The fantasy/science fiction film is based on the Nickelodeon cartoon series that take place in a world where the four elements of earth, water, fire and air can be manipulated through martial arts called bending.

Rathbone will play the character of Sokka, a warrior of the South Pole's Southern Water Tribe who can control water.

The movie is set to open this coming summer and is already getting a lot of press time, due to its stunning special effects and also because of Rathbone. The Twilight star will also be in The Twilight Saga's Eclipse movie, which opens on June 30th.

Will Twilight Movies Go 3D?

From MovieNewsMovieTrailers.com:

While the big question on the table is whether the fourth book in the Twilight saga, Breaking Dawn, will be one or two films, with the growing use of technology there is one more question as well, should it be in 3D?

However, instead of waiting to see what Summit Entertainment decides to do, one website decided to launch a poll to see what the public thinks. However, while the votes are being tabulated, there are several factors that should be considered.

To begin, a 3D movie will add an extra fee into the ticket, which is no doubt going to be purchased by mass millions regardless of what happens. Plus, the 3D effects alone could lure many people into the film who otherwise might have skipped it. Of course, for the regular Twilight crowd, paying the extra fee may be quite maddening especially if the film does not deliver.

On the other hand, there is no way that werewolves and vampires do not belong on the 3D screen, in fact just about everything would look great. Although there are a few Twilight fans who do not want to feel as if they are there while Bella and Edward are busy getting intimate.

So what do you think? Should the Saga go 3D?

Taylor is Stretch Armstrong!

From Examiner.com:

In a move that guarantees a female audience where one may not have existed before, Taylor Lautner has been cast to star in Stretch Armstrong, a film based on the Hasbro action figure owned by every prepubescent boy in the 1990s.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, who broke the news of the Twilight star's involvement, Universal is forgoing the live-action format and is instead making the movie in 3D, a decision that will push back the scheduled release of May 15, 2011 to some point in 2012.

The story follows an uptight spy who unwittingly exposes himself to a formula giving him the power to, well,... stretch. With the birth of these newfound abilities, Stretch has to learn to adjust in both his everyday life and his crime-fighting escapades.

"In the past two years, Taylor has emerged as a real star at the global box office. He brings the perfect balance of energy and athleticism to the role of an unlikely super hero with a fantastic super power," said Donna Langley, Universal co-chairman.

Since his breakout role as Jacob the werewolf in the Twilight franchise, the teen heartthrob appears to be in line to become the next young action star. Besides Stretch, the 17-year-old has also been in talks to play the title character in Max Steel (another superhero), and has signed on as the lead in Cancun, a hostage thriller centered on a martial arts savvy college student who must rescue his buddies and girlfriend while on vacation.

Robert's Sparkly New Comic!

From EOnline:

Lady Gaga and Robert Pattinson have more in common than you think—they both like to sparkle, they both can sing and they both look fabulous in cartoon form.

The second installment of Bluewater Productions' new comic book line, Fame, features none other than your favorite sparkle vamp. The 32-pager doesn't hit comic book stores and Amazon.com until May, but E! News has the exclusive first look.

The issue, written by Kim Sherman and drawn by Nathaniel Ooten, with the cover created by Juan Mar Studios, delves into the star's music, modeling and, of course, those dreamy roles he played in the Harry Potter and Twilight movies.

"I chose to conceptualize A-lister Robert Pattinson from a unique perspective, immersing the reader into the life of the talented actor beyond his most famous role," Sherman says.

"It's our hope that even the most devoted fans will discover a fact or two that takes them completely by surprise," Bluewater president Darren G. Davis says.

Author Stephenie Meyer has already been immortalized in comic, but worry not, K.Stew fans! She'll get her time to shine soon enough.

Shallow Day - Twilight, What Have you Done to My Wife

Too funny! Thanks Audrey for bringing this video to our attention!

From Twilight Lexicon:


Vanity Fair’s new cover features one of their regular pieces that they have been doing for a number of years: a piece on rising female talent in Young Hollywood. This year it has drawn fire because of it’s utter lack of diversity for the second year running.

No one is discounting the talent of the actresses involved in the cover or accusing them of anything inappropriate, but Hollywood insiders are wondering where other names are. Yahoo’s shine stated, “Every woman on its new cover is extremely thin and very, very white. Unless Vanity Fair considers one redhead to be diversity, we feel the need to cry foul.” EW has a pole asking which of the lot will be remembered in 10 years. Currently Anna and Kristen are doing very well in that pole.



So what do you think? Did vanity fair miss the mark? Will Anna and Kristen have substantial careers 10 years from now?

Happy Valentines Day!

'Breaking Dawn' To Become Two Films? Not Yet, Says Studio

While reports on the Web say the final 'Twilight' installment will be two movies, the studio is staying mum.

By Larry Carroll with MTV.com:

It's something Harry Potter has blazed the trail for, "Twilight" fans have suspected for quite some time and several of the franchise's stars seem eager about. Now, it seems, the word may finally be official: "Breaking Dawn" will be split into two movies.

The news was reported Thursday (February 11) by Deadline Hollywood, although it should be pointed out that many news outlets have "announced" the same fact over the last few months, all apparently premature.

"No decision has been made," a representative for Summit Entertainment told MTV News after the Deadline Hollywood story ran. "As we have said all along, we are continuing to work with Stephenie Meyer to bring 'Breaking Dawn' to the big screen."

"I have this from several sources and it's definitive," the Web site insists. " 'Breaking Dawn' is the longest in Stephenie Meyer's four-book series lengthwise and it's the most graphic — presenting birth, attempted murder, death and of course vampire bites. ... Summit Entertainment no doubt could save money by making these 'Twilight' Saga movies #4 and #5 back to back and is currently looking for director or directors to helm both features."

In the past, Meyer has expressed mild concern — but faith in the studio — over the possible two-movie idea. Back in December, the split was seemingly reported, then became unofficial once again. Meanwhile, series stars like Anna Kendrick, Ashley Greene and Kellan Lutz have weighed in with various opinions. Much of the consideration for a split seems to stem from a similar decision made on the final Harry Potter novel, which will soon debut as two films.

What does this all mean for the millions of die-hard Twi-hards who would kill for an additional "Twilight" film to be made out of Meyer's series? Well, as we've often learned in the past, months of reoccurring rumors often become eventual fact. Stay tuned for more on the "Breaking Dawn" saga — including, quite possibly, official news at some point — in the weeks and months to come.

"Eclipse" Scene to Debut on Wal-mart- Exclusive" New Moon" DVD

Check this out from: E.W.com

As you’re making your plans to purchase The Twilight Saga: New Moon on DVD or Blu-ray, keep this in mind: Walmart’s Ultimate Fan Edition will be the only one to carry a seven-minute sneak peek of Eclipse. According to a press release hitting the wires Thursday, new interviews with Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart, Taylor Lautner, and Stephenie Meyer are integrated into the behind-the-scenes and on-set footage — which concludes with the world premiere of a scene from Eclipse, in theaters June 30. This exclusive look is in addition to 50 minutes of extra footage and interviews about New Moon, also available on the standard Special Edition. You can pre-order the Ultimate Fan Edition starting 2/11/2010.

Walmart will go all-out for the March 20 DVD release. Midnight events are planned in more than 2,600 24-hour stores, while 3,500 stores will feature special “Twilight Saga Shops” — designed for both the “fan-pire” and ”wolf-lover” — from mid-March to mid-April. Think $5 jewelry, $7 tanks, and $9 tees, as well as dolls, board and DVD games, and viewing party snacks.

The first Twilight film reigns as the most pre-ordered film in Walmart’s history. Will you pre-order New Moon, or trust that every retailer will anticipate the run and stock accordingly?

Happy Birthday Taylor!

Here's a little birthday "singing" tribute to our man Taylor on his 18th b-day!!!

Thanks to Blog.zap2it.com - Great job putting this tribute together!!!


In the wake of Taylor Swift's big Grammy night, we thought we'd highlight another singing Taylor. Taylor Lautner.

That's right. The "Twilight" star might be known for his physical attributes but what about those pipes?

As part of Zap2it's continuing countdown series to Taylor's 18th birthday on Feb. 11, we're taking a look (and listen) to some of his best singing moments throughout his career.

It all starts with his childhood role in "The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl in 3D." Check out "Dream."



Next, in this behind-the-scenes clip of Taylor in "Cheaper by the Dozen 2." There's a few interview portions with a young, adorable Taylor. He only sings a snippet here, explaining how his costar Steve Martin would lead the singing.



Here's Taylor in an interview with his "Twilight" costars Edi Gathegi and Rachelle Lefevre. It's funny how embarrassed Taylor is when he's outed about singing Miley Cyrus.



More recently, we saw Taylor on "Saturday Night Live" wearing a blond wig, sporting an accent and dancing and singing. That boy has some good comedy skills. He has a mini-solo at the 1:32 mark, and a hilarious expression around 2:06.



Last, but not least, is a music video tribute of "Apologize" that Taylor and his ex-girlfriend once made for school. For the record, Taylor is NOT actually singing, but he sure looks good lip synching. We'd love to see him star in more music videos!

From EOnline.com:

New bromance alert!

Colts fans Taylor Lautner and Rob Lowe are in Miami together to root on their team.

"Taylor's another Colts fan and he's such a great guy," Rob said when I caught up with him at the Audi penthouse party at the W. "He and I are here for the Super Bowl as well, and I brought my boys with me, so we just have a boys club, who's been traveling around on this amazing Colts run."

But Rob says he left his wife home, who's a huge Twi-hard...

"My wife is the Twilight freak in the house and she loves it," he said. "She's really funny. I keep giving her reports on where we're going, what we're doing."

Although it seems like an unlikely friendship between the two actors at first glance, maybe the former Brat Packer is giving the current wolf packer career advice.

At the party, Taylor wasn't drinking and stuck close to his security peeps, although he did take photos with Hilary Swank.

Kellan Lutz - Calvin Klein X Underwear Model!!!!

'Twilight' star Kellan Lutz has become the latest celebrity to model for Calvin Klein Underwear.

The actor, who plays Emmett Cullen in the 'Twilight' films, is the star of the new Calvin Klein X Underwear range.

He told People: "I started out modelling so this is the pinnacle. What more can you do than be on a billboard for something that you grew up thinking was super sexy and classy? It's really prestigious and I love it."

AdvertisementOn stripping to his underwear, he said: "With modelling, there are guys who do the 'Zoolander' thing and it shows off as desperation.

"You just have to have confidence, kick back and have fun with it."

He continued: "I don't see myself as perfect. I never will be and I never want to be. I'm not the good-looking guy with the nice hair like ['Twilight' co-star] Rob Pattinson. I enjoy being not so pretty."

Lutz's ad will debut in March.

Source: RTE Entertainment

Taylor Talks to Trailer Park About Valentine's Day Role

Plus: A special "somewhat klutzy" scene from the movie!!

Movie Trailers - Movies Blog

Thanks to Twilight Lexicon!

New 'Eclipse' Poster

Source: MyGloss.com

By Michelle Lamar:

I can’t wait for Eclipse to open! Like the rest of the Twilight Saga fans, I was excited just to see the Eclipse poster.

Unless you’ve been living on the moon, you know that The Twilight Saga: Eclipse opens June 30, 2010. The story of the third Twilight Saga book is dark. Seattle is ravaged by a string of mysterious killings and the malicious vampire Victoria continues her quest for revenge, as Bella once again finds herself surrounded by danger.

Bella is forced to choose between her love for Edward and her friendship with Jacob, knowing that her decision has the potential to ignite the ageless struggle between vampire and werewolf. With her graduation quickly approaching, Bella has one more decision to make: life or death.

Eclipse Trailer - When Will it Come Out?

Robert's New 'Werewolf' Look

So what do you think: Yes or No?

Stephenie's 1-27-10 Website Update

January 27, 2010

Hope your new years have all started off right. A few unrelated things:

- I've been very impressed with the world in general and the Twilight fansites in specific in the support and love everyone is giving Haiti. It's amazing to see how Twilight fans have come together to help. You are wonderful people. At this point, I think it's important for all of us to remember that the situation in Haiti is not going to be cured overnight, so... keep up the good work, and let's all keep the Haitians in our thoughts and prayers.

- A new book recommendation: I recently read and adored The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows. It was one of those books that feel absolutely perfect and satisfying, and when you finish it you sit around wishing that you could find another book just like it.

- I realized that there was an egregious oversight on my music recommendation page. How have I never listed Metric? That's crazy. Anyway, Fantasies was one of the best albums of 2009.

- Finally, a movie recommendation: Dear John comes out Friday the fifth of February. Thanks to my cool friend Wyck (who many of you have seen in various Twilight Saga interviews, as he is one of the producers on our movies, and who is a producer on Dear John) I got to see this one early. I will confess, I cried. Also, I discovered Channing Tatum, who I’ve somehow missed until now. Likey. Lots. Amanda Seyfried is entrancing as always, and the chemistry (chemistry is always the crux of a movie for me) between them is lovely. Though the chemistry between Channing Tatum and Richard Jenkins (who plays his father) was my favorite part.

Have a great week!

Steph

stepheniemeyer.com

Stephenie Launches Twilight: The Graphic Novel

We've had Twilight: the bestselling books, Twilight: the box office smash, and now author Stephenie Meyer has revealed that the next step in the vampire love story's world domination will be Twilight: the graphic novel.

Illustrated by Korean artist Young Kim with input from Meyer on every panel, the first volume of Twilight: the Graphic Novel will be published on 16 March. Its publisher said the black and white title, with colour interspersed throughout, would combine "a rare fusion of Asian and western comic techniques".

The cover shows human teenager Bella Swan sprawled on the grass – an image from the dream that first inspired Meyer to write the novel. "In my dream, two people were having an intense conversation in a meadow in the woods. One of these people was just your average girl. The other person was fantastically beautiful, sparkly, and a vampire," she has said. "I stayed in bed, thinking about the dream. I was so intrigued by the nameless couple's story that I hated the idea of forgetting it; it was the kind of dream that makes you want to call your friend and bore her with a detailed description."

The American author said yesterday that Kim's graphic interpretation of her characters and settings was "very close" to what she was imagining while writing the series. "It takes me back to the days when I was writing Twilight," she told Entertainment Weekly. "It's been a while since I was really able to read Twilight; there is so much baggage attached to that book for me now. It seems like all I can see are the mistakes in the writing. Reading Young's version brought me back to the feeling I had when I was writing and it was just me and the characters again. I love that. I thank her for it."

Meyer's Twilight saga – Twilight, New Moon, Eclipse and Breaking Dawn – has sold 85m copies worldwide. Its UK publisher Little, Brown said it had sold more than a million copies of each novel in the series in Britain alone. "I can't say that I am done with Twilight forever," Meyer told EW. "I'm not working on anything new Twilight-related now, and probably not for a while. But there's still a possibility that I'll go back and close some of the open doors."

Source: Guardian.co.uk

Release date: March 16, 2010!

Robert Speaks at "Hope for Haiti Now" Telethon

By Nuzhat Naoreen w/HollywoodCrush.mtv.com

It's been just a little over a week since a massive earthquake devastated the Caribbean Island of Haiti, leveling buildings and capturing countless citizens underneath the rubble.

While aid efforts for Haiti began shortly after the earthquake, tonight, some of Hollywood's biggest stars got together to bring further awareness to the cause. Amongst them was "Twilight" star Robert Pattinson, who stressed the importance of technology during this crisis.

(see Robert's full speech after the jump)
Robert, who appeared on camera from London, shared the story of a girl in Haiti who had been buried under a flattened university for nearly six days, praying that someone would find her. Finally, on the sixth day, rescuers discovered her because of a text message sent from underneath the rubble.

Amazing.

The story was just one example of how technology, including Twitter, Facebook and texting, has shaped the response to the earthquake in Haiti.

Here is his speech in full:

"Underneath a flattened university, Maxine Fallon waited. She was crouched in a fetal position and could barely move. In the darkness and during the hectic sounds of the day, through the pain, the hunger and thrist, she prayed that someone would find her. And on the sixth day her prayers were answered, she was found because of a text message from the rubble sent rescuers to her side. Unlike any other event in history, our world has been connected to this tragedy because of technology. Twitter updates, Facebook pages with pictures of the missing and text messages for help. This technology is working right now to connect us, too. At hopeforhaitinow.org, you can donate and you can instantly interact with people in Haiti and anywhere in the globe. Join with those watching and see what they're saying about something we all care deeply about — helping the Haitian people get back on their feet. Please go to hopeforhaitinow.org. Thank you."

Robert of course, was just one of the "Twilight" stars to participate in the benefit to help Haiti. Across the pond in L.A, his "New Moon" costars Taylor Lautner and Anna Kendrick answered calls from people interested in making a donation.

Learn more about what you can do to help with earthquake-relief efforts in Haiti, and for more information, see Think MTV. Visit HopeForHaitiNow.org or call (877) 99-HAITI to make a donation now.

Kellan Possibly Stepping into Schwarzenegger's Shoes

Kellan Lutz, the vampire star of the hugely popular ‘Twilight’ saga is pretty thrilled coz he has earned himself the lead role in the remake of the action flick ‘Conan The Barbarian’. The protagonist’s role that was earlier played by the big man Arnold Schwarzenegger, is, now, almost certain to go into his kitty.

And he’s over the moon, as the role would not only be a challenging one but also help him showcase his versatility and shed off the ‘vampire’ tag.

.“It’s something that I’ve been actively going after because I’d die to put the weight back on… I want to be the big guy that I was,” he quips in ecstasy.

“I’ve been waiting for a while, doing screen tests. There are just so many cooks in the kitchen. If it happens, it happens… I’m just excited, because the script is great,” Kellan adds unable to conceal his glee.

However, besides being super-excited, he’s also a tad anxious as the final confirmation is yet to arrive. Plus, actor Jason Momoa has also been approached for the same role.

But, given a chance, he’d put his best foot forward and even his fans, especially the fairer sex, would love to ogle at a beefier and muscular Kellan Lutz.

Source: Entertainmentandshowbiz.com

Ashley at Golden Globes Style Lounge with Dog

Twilight’s Ashley Greene seen at ‘Golden Globes’ style lounge with dog. The beautiful Ashley Greene who plays Alice Cullen in the very popular Twilight,New Moon, and Eclipse movies, was spotted at the “Golden Globes” style lounge two days ago with her dog named, Marlow.

The “Golden Globe” Awards are scheduled to air tonight on NBC. Ashley’s Twilight co-star, Taylor Lautner is scheduled to appear there to present an award. Also, Ashley is going to be a little busy with another film project in 2010. She’s going to be shooting a new horror flick called the ” The Apparition” with Gossip Girl actor Sebastian Stan. He plays character, Carter Baizen on the popular Gossip Girl show.

“The Apparition” sounds like it will be a pretty interesting movie. And of course, we all know she’ll be busy promoting “Twilight Saga: Eclipse” with the rest of her co-stars for its June 30,2010 release date. Ashley also recently displayed her gorgeous figure in a skinsuit shoot for Sobe Lifewater,which will appear in Sports Illustrated Magazine’s Swimsuit issue this year.

Source: OntheFlix.com

New Moon DVD Release Date

Summit Entertainment has announced that New Moon will be released on DVD and Blue-Ray on March 20th. In case you don't have a calendar handy, March 20th is a Sunday which will allow stores to host midnight release parties.

Among the DVD and Blu-Ray release's special features are an audio commentary from director Chris Weitz and editor Peter Lambert, a six-part documentary on the making of the film, behind the scenes footage with soundtrack band Muse and three music videos.

The New Moon DVD release date will nicely fall between the release of the New Moon movie and premier of Eclipse movie which comes out on June 30th.

Will you be buying the DVD at midnight?

Source: Gather.com

Hayley Williams Explains Why Paramore Passed on New Moon Soundtrack

From MTV.com:

Paramore lead singer Hayley Williams waved her Twilighter flag proudly when her band lent their pop-punk power in "Decode" to the "Twilight" soundtrack. But Williams said they actually turned down an offer to be on the "New Moon" disc.

"Honestly, I had a good time being a part of the first one," she told MTV News on the red carpet of the People's Choice Awards, where "Twilight" won four awards. "They asked us if we wanted to do the second one, and I said no. I didn't want to force anything. They did come to us really early, like before they knew if they would use it. We wanted it to be genuine."

Even though she didn't contribute to it, Williams said she enjoyed the "New Moon" soundtrack. "I read all the books, except for the last chapter of 'Breaking Dawn,' so I won't be giving up on all the movies," she said. "I was really excited about the second soundtrack. I love Death Cab for Cutie and Bon Iver. I thought it was really good. I feel glad we were a part of the first movie."

Considering how successful the soundtrack ended up being, does Hayley regret the decision? "No, because our record Brand New Eyes came out in September, and we've been promoting it nonstop," she said. "So, I've been so busy and so excited about that. You can't really regret anything. We're doing fine."

But Paramore haven't ruled out participating in the soundtrack for the third "Twilight" installment, "Eclipse."

"We'll see what happens in the future," Williams said. "I don't know — if it feels genuine. If we write a song, and I feel like it goes with it, I wouldn't turn it down, but I wouldn't force it."