I LOVED the movie. Honestly, I saw no wrong with it. That may be because I'm so helplessly in love with the story, but who cares??
Stop caring about the special effects people! That's not the point of the movie. If that's all your noticing, then your really missing out on the big picture here. I'm sick and tired of hearing how they aren't like the "traditional" vampires. VAMPIRES AREN'T REAL PEOPLE! There is no right or wrong way to portray one as long as they drink blood! Stephenie's version are much more modern and not nearly as cheesy.

Natch, stop playing the "taste card." It's lame.

James Bond WAS a lame film, other than car chases and explosions, the film had no depth. It was just like seeing another action film!

As for Twilight, it wasn't the best film, but the romance between its two character was more interesting than seeing Bond thrown around.

Overall, not a bad review. Pretty fair, but honestly, Pete, (can I call ya Pete?) do your research. You can't ding the film for the vampires not having fangs. It explicitly says in the book that they don't have them. (besides the fact that fangs are tacky) They have venom-covered, razor-sharp teeth, and that's how they "feed." Furthermore, how could they be constructed realistically as these vamps that blend into society if they have these huge incisors that give them away? The story would not have worked. Seriously, have a little imagination. Not everything has to be obvious and handed to us on a plate.

I also would like to add that I am irrevocably in love with the books, and after seeing Twilight the first time, I wasn't sure if I liked it or not. However, after the second viewing I decided I definitely did. (so if you're on the fence, give it a second chance) I don't know how much anyone can really get out of it if they haven't read the book because too much backstory happens to cover in the film that helps in understanding the story better. But I loved it and will try to see it at least one more time, if not two, before it leaves theatres.

And hopefully Catherine will be given the New Moon job. I honestly don't trust anyone else to preserve the story as well as she has.

And PS - Rob as Edward = hummina hummina hummina...perfection.

ok.. first

the movie was AMAZING in my opinion
and i don't think it was rushed at all..
what were they suppose to do? add parts that weren't in the book and have it make no sense at all?
if you get what i'm trying to say

my personal opinion is all i'm trying to say here

i thought Twilight was an outstanding movie and i can't wait for the next. The actors were a great choice i would say, and Alice was perfect, she's adorable. Edward... well, lets just say he's absolutely gorgeous in every way.

i really thought they did a great job on the whole thing..

and to Natch.. i HATE james bond. and Twilight isn't just a "corny teenage girl/lonely house wife" movie.
James bond is a man "prostitute".
sorry if it sounds a bit harsh.. but its the truth

Awesome review Peter! I saw the movie and I completely agree with you- the special effects were pretty bad and the film was a bit rushed... but at the end of the day the purpose is not effects- its the love story which I think was depicted perfectly in the film!
When watching this movie you have to take it for what it is: A teenage love story. Its not going to be winning any oscars or anything, but the movie had heart and thats all I really wanted from it.
Rob and Kristin did a great job and I thoroughly enjoyed the film!