Tonight was Twilight Night! I could barely work today I was so excited! G decided to go with me to check out what all the fuss was about, so first I had to lay down some ground rules:
1. No making fun of the movie.
2. No making fun of me if I cry.
3. No asking questions during the movie.
4. In fact–no talking. No talking during the movie at all.
The wait between my work day ending and the movie starting had my stomach in knots and my head in the clouds–so I had to calm my nerves (with some wine, of course). And then I spent a good 20 minutes touching up my makeup (for my literary boyfriend, of course) before we headed off. Even my eyes–which are usually a really dark brown–looked more…dare I say?…lighter for the main event. Clearly I’m well-fed and happy.
I was absolutely beside myself with glee when we got to the theatre (and did I mention the stretch limo and school bus practically blocking the entrance??) and couldn’t resist having G take my picture beside the Twilight poster I’d been sighing over for weeks.
After the doors opened, G and I found primo seating and made ourselves comfortable amongst the sea of teen queens and lip gloss. I swear I’ve never seen more Uggs in one room in my life. One Miley worshiper actually came up to me and screamed, “Oh my God! You’re so cool for being here!!” Um. Thank you for reminding me I’m nearly 2 decades older than you are. I might have been mortified if I wasn’t so damn excited for the movie to start!
Which leads me to the movie. The thing that has had me beside myself with excitement all day. Scratch that. All month. The only thing that’s kept me going since finishing the last book. The light at the end of my tunnel (before I turn around and start the journey through the tunnel all over again). I was finally seeing it–THE TWILIGHT MOVIE!! And you know what??
I hated it.
Hated. Not even half the movie was true to the book. And the execution was terrible. It was down-right embarrassing, if I’m being honest. And I’m too upset to tell you how I really feel about the portrayal of Edward in this movie. Words rarely escape me but I can’t even go there right now. I’m so disappointed. Without question, the anticipation leading up to it was the best part. It was so bad I need to put this whole movie thing out of my mind. I refuse to let it stain my feelings about the books. The glorious, amazing, fabulous, wonderful books. In fact–I’m going to start re-reading Twilight (again) right now. Something has got to get this horrible taste out of my mouth–and it’s cheaper than a lobotomy.
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Oh no!! I’m so disappointed for you! That sucks. I’m sorry it was a bomb :o(
I’m sorry it was so bad. It seems like the movies made from books are hardly ever as good as the actual books themselves. Oh well. At least you can go back to the real thing. Have fun re-reading!
I was afraid of that. I’ve been looking forward to the movie too but after all of the hype, I wanted to wait. Now, I think I may not want to anymore. How sad.
I thought it was pretty close to the book, actually. They couldn’t do the entire thing since Meyer writes soooo much, but you have to remember they are marketing for teens. Those of us who are looking for something deeper always get jipped. No movie is ever as good as the book. I learned that a long time ago, so I never get my hopes up too much.
I couldn’t agree more. I felt like they didn’t show bella and edward fall in love…they cut out all of the important scenes that show how irresistable they are to each other…especially the meadow scene. They didn’t make edward romantic or loveable at all. There were a few good scences but overall it was very disappointing.
Ok I have never posted here but I just have to say something… I too am a little obsessed when it comes to Twlight. I listened to all the hype for as long as I could, eventually gave in, started to read the saga in the beginning of November and I had finished all 4 books within one week. Yeah..my laundry didn’t get done either!! I waited in suspense for about two weeks for the movie to come out. I thought Edward looked perfect, Bella eh – so so – but I didn’t let that ruin the suspense. So the big day comes and I also brought my husband to see the flick. I am so sorry I subjected him to the horror on the screen…OH MY GOD….what did they do! I was literally embarrassed for the actors…It was painful to watch some scenes. It wasnt all horrible but the akward parts are what I remember. Such a shame..I just hope the other movies are better!!! PS- I think you are fantastically hilarious! Love your blog = )
Aww that sucks! I know how excited you were about this movie too. If it makes you feel any better you look adorable in the picture outside the theater!!!
This is precisely why I wont be seeing the movie. Movies always ruin it for me. The book is always better! I love the way Stephenie wrote and the passion she put into the book and I don’t think it’s possible to put that into a movie.
Oh no D! I am so sorry! I was giddy for you! My friends are going to see the movie tomorrow and I am curious to what they think. That is such a shame they ruined such a great series of books.
I’m sorry the movie was disappointing. I’m not sure if I’m going to see it yet – I can’t handle Edward not being MY definition of beautiful.
On the bright side, you look fabulous in that coat.
Um, yeah. I totally agreed with you. Total injustice to the books and the author. If your going to make a movie even the “little” things count. Boo. I took a bunch of girls from work and I walked out saying, “Sorry girls. Really the books are good. Really.” Luckily 2 of the 4 have read them and agreed but I walked out saying, “I paid $8.50 for that” I repeat – Boo.
Bummer!! Sorry it didn’t live up to your expectations =( Don’t lose faith in hawt vampires though.
I love your movie outfit though. You look gorgeous! I usually go to the movies in yoga pants and a hoodie. And Uggs . *gasp*
Thanks for feeling my pain, girls. =( Jessica–I couldn’t agree w/you more. After G and I left the movie I asked him (or maybe I was shrieking, it’s hard to say): “Did you even find it believable that Bella and Edward fell in love?? Didn’t it seem like they just met and 5 minutes later he was telling her she was his life now??” Ugh!!
And FC–I’m sure you rock your Uggs, girl! And FWIW I do think they’re cute. G and I just notice that everytime we see a pack of teenage girls together they’re all wearing Uggs. We’ve started to call them Ugg Gangs, heehee!
those were the same exact words i said to my husband! how would anyone who didnt read the book believe that they fell in love?
I honestly feel bad for robert pattinson, he could have done such an amzing job as edward but i feel like they made him look so cheesy. maybe the second one will be better? i’m so depressed…time to go read midnight sun!
Aw–so glad I’m not alone! Although I did love some of it, the other parts I was cringing in pain and embarassment.
I TOTALLY agree that they left out the best part of the book, the love story!
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I am sorry that was such a dissapointment!
I’m going to have to give my boyfriend that list of rules when the next Harry Potter movie comes out. But I’ll have to add “You have to listen to me scream at the end, because they always ruin them.”
Oh no! I’m sorry, I hate it when that happens (if me it was the Rent movie).
We just saw the movie today and I hate it say it, but I agree with you. I was really looking forward to it and felt a little disappointed. Casting was off on several characters and honestly, it was kind of hokey. I love the books and I will live happily with them in my head. FYI: Jacob’s wig looked fake.
I could not agree more and it pains me to feel that way. I cannot believe what a total cheese fest the movie was. :cry
And I am still explaining to Oscar that the book is not at all cheesy, it is sensual and romantic and amazing.
Le sigh.
I’m sorry, Dusty! You aren’t the first person that has said this about the movie.
That blows.
Okay so I know how you feel! I hated it when I saw it too, but go see it again and you will like it. The 2nd time you wont be doing book vs. movie and you will enjoy it. Trust me.
I saw it yesterday morning and I think I might go see it again because I am in total shock that it could have really been that bad. I was SO embarrassed for the actors and just uncomfortable through the first half of the movie. It was THAT bad. The cheesy flashbacks, the faces Edward made, how Bella looked like she was in pain every time she spoke…everything was just disturbingly bad. At one point, I could see the edge of the contacts in Edward’s eyes during the (too many) extreme closeups. And the meadow scene – how could they butcher that so bad? The day after the movie came out, the studio gave the ok to make New Moon and I hope hope hope that they don’t kill it as much as they did Twilight. Though Jacob is going to need some acting lessons if he’s going to help carry that movie.
Courtney W–I couldn’t agree with you more!
And I was tossing about the idea of seeing it again in hopes that I wouldn’t hate it as much the second time around. Nina–I’m glad that worked for you, but I’m not sure I want to risk it!
This is the first disappointing revue I have see, but I think you are probally just the only one being honest and I appreciate that. You aren’t jumping on the band wagon in glory! Thanks for that honesty!
I’m so sorry you didn’t enjoy it. I’ve heard a lot of people say they hated the movie.
Left you something on my blog
hey! I was dying to hear how you liked the movie, you’ll have to explain to me next time what all the hype was about. I’m glad you are back to blogging (after the outcry when you stopped:) Hopefully i’ll see you on friday!
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I actually asked my DH if he wanted to leave and get our money back… he insisted that we stay… oh I wish we would have left.
Oh. No. I loved the whole Twilight series just as much as you did. But I haven’t attempted to see the movie yet. That is so disappointing to hear that it sucked. You know, most movies never are as good as the book anyways…so I kind of expected it.
But this was the first review I have read about it and to tell you the truth, I kind of don’t want to waste $7 on it if it isn’t good!