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Movie News

What went into the Twilight wardrobe? Find out in the special from Fashion on Film.

USA Weekend (not to be confused with USA Today) will have a specialty Twilight section this weekend. They are a pull-out section that appears in many nation-wide newspapers. See if there is one in your area. Here’s why you want to get one.

"The upcoming Twilight issue for USA Weekend magazine. It will be in newspapers starting Friday (our magazine appears in more than 600 newspapers across the country, with a 23 million circulation), and will feature a cover story about the movie and the book phenomenon as well as an exclusive collectible poster signed by Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart. Also, we have a special cover that is referential to the book covers and features a new logo, only the second time we’ve changed our logo in the past decade. (Stephenie Meyer’s official website will be revealing our cover on Wednesday.) "

LA Times keep up their Twilight countdown.  Here’s the most recent and a recap in case you lost any in the massive news cycle.

The Christian Science Monitor analyzes what makes Twilight popular.

Kristen is now on the cover of Teen Vogue.

Video and Audio Bonanza

So here’s the best of what Twilight related video and audio has to offer. Basically right now there are a ton of media outlets providing Twilight info. We’re trying to separate out what you’ve heard a million times ( I think we can all recite Stephenie’s "How Twilight Chapter 13 came to me in a dream" story right along with her at this point.) and the new tidbits we all want. So with no further ado…

Reelz Channel interviews Edi Gathegi. in their latest Twilight coverage.

EW snags a few moments with Rob, who is wearing his signature beret again. Also don’t miss part 4 of EW’s interview with Rob.

Collider has the audio of the interview that they did with Stephenie the other day. If you want to save the file just right click on the link in the Collider article and select "Save Target As" and you can save it, IPOD it, whatever.

Things went much smoother at the Seattle area signing featuring Edi, Rachelle, and Taylor. We hope to have a fan report later.  Taylor, Edi, and Rachelle are in Denver tonight.

Rob moved on to Dallas today. No one got hurt, but we are hearing mixed reports on organization.

Twilight Tuesday

MTV brings us an interview with Kristin Stewart where she says the best thing about being Bella is kissing Edward Cullen.  Make sure you also check out the spoilers special.

Fan Happenings

There’s a new face on the Twilight fan music scene according to KUTV in Utah called Petal.  The band’s website is here. TY to Crystal for help with this story.

At long last, Bite of Twilight has their winning pumpkin entries from Halloween posted. Images range from the books to the Cullen crest.

The Twilight Wiki is doing a Bella and Edward Scavenger Hunt held around their website.

Angry alien is spoofing Twilight movie clips.

Movie News

The Movie Fanatic has a series of articles. The first is on Rob Pattinson talking about "hype or no hype, he’s ready to take back Hollywood." The second is on Robsession (that’s the best term we’ve heard yet to describe people’s attraction to Rob), and are you a Rob, Edward, or both fan?

Dateline Hollywood has a satire on the entire Twilight movie process. We are picturing a War of the World’s type reaction from people who don’t know what satire is.

Rueters is reporting how Twilight and several other films look to save an otherwise lackluster last quarter boxoffice business.

MovieTicket.com Giveaway and More Evening News

MovieTickets.com to Give Away Official "Twilight" Star Costume

 Moviegoers are already falling for "Twilight," judging by the increasing demand for advance movie tickets among the young consumer demographic.

 Now MovieTickets.com is making one lucky "Twilight" moviegoer the envy of all their friends. The online movie ticketing provider is offering a sweepstakes giveaway in which one grand prize winner will receive an outfit worn by James, the merciless vampire antagonist from the film, played by Cam Gigandet. The winner will also receive an autographed poster, a "Twilight" novel, a movie companion book and the movie soundtrack. To purchase tickets for "Twilight" and to register for the wardrobe giveaway, please visit www.MovieTickets.com.

Access Hollywood has video interviews wih Rob and Kristen

 

 

Variety has a new article about Twilight.  Vampire Fare Lures Female Viewers  See what Catherine Hardwicke says about twilights appeal to teens.

Evening News

Reelz Channel has a new article up 10 Things Parents Should Know About Twilight.  The article contains information about the series as well as a list of 10 reasons things parents should know about Twilight.

There is also a an interview with Edi Gathegi

 

KLRU Docubloggers has an interview with Melissa RosenbergIn this clip, Melissa talks about screenwriting and answers fans questions about Twilight (including “Do they sparkle in the movie?” and “Dealing w/ Edwards absence in New Moon IF she were to do a sequel.”)

Check out the latest entry in the LA Times countdown to Twilight.  Kristen Stewart talks about becoming Bella. 

Check out the Bella Cullen Project’s new Song "Let It Go"

MTV Guest Blogger Laura Culpepper Interviews Rob

Guest Blogger Laura Culpepper interveiws Rob.   Make sure you watch all 3 clips because they are very entertaining.  Also on MTV there is a brief article about President-Elect Barack Obama and what he and his daughter Malia like to read.

Rob Appearance Cancelled

According to San Francisco station KCBS the signing with Rob in San Francisco has been canceled. You can hear the live report here.  We have no further details on any other tour event at this time. As soon as we know, you’ll know. Please hold the emails!

EDITED:  This just in from Hot Topic, "As of now, the event has been canceled for the SF location.  Hot Topic is working to see if it will be re-scheduled or not.  As of now, all the other events are still scheduled and set to go. "

EDIT 2:  Things went much smoother in Seattle.

EDIT 3:  Info on Dallas

EDIT 4:  This just in from HOT TOPIC, "Twilight Stonestown Galleria Meet And Greet Is Sold Out – November 10th
In the spirit of fan appreciation and to ensure a safe environment, Hot Topic is proceeding with a limited meet and greet with Rob Pattinson from the upcoming film Twilight. The event will begin at 6:00 PM at San Francisco’s Stonestown Galleria, and is currently sold out."

Appearances

New appearances are popping up every day, but we thought we’d put all the info in one place.

Set your TIVO’s, DVR’s or even tune in live to Ellen on November 21st when Robert Pattinson will be on.

Kristen Stewart is on David Letterman on November 20th.

Some of the cast of Twilight will be at Much Music (in Toronto) next Saturday, for a special Twilight Live@ Much show.
Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart, and Rachelle Lefevre will all be there, and the show will be filmed and broadcast next Saturday at 6. You can get wristbands for the taping this Tuesday at 5. TY to Kristen.

And of course there is the Hot Topic Tour.