Diaper Review

Is it truly possible to depict a vampire love story on screen? I sure didn't think so after the first installment of the Twilight series came out a few months ago. I was terribly disappointed by not only the screenplay, but mostly the cast of characters meant to play these beloved friends of mine from Stephenie Meyer's amazing books. The acting was mediocre at best, the scenery was edgy, and the story line did not follow the novel. Needless to say, I was a bit devastated by the whole experience.
And then here comes the second installment....New Moon. I tried to remain calm when the first trailers started popping up on television sets (and Internet, and magazines, and...and...) all over the country. I did not want to set myself up for a complete disappointment (again!).
Other critiques I have read have labeled New Moon as having a "lack of passion", and that new director Christopher Whites doesn't seem to be as attached to the story as prior director of Twilight Catherine Hardwicke was. Some have said that there was not a lot of action but the emotions are heavy. Like waiting for a shoe to drop. I truly haven't read much in terms of positive reviews.
I, on the other hand, absolutely adored this movie. Most of this positive emotion I am sure stems from my love and admiration of the Twilight novels, but none the less, I loved it. Couldn't get enough. I live for this stuff. :) The whole purpose of starting a movie review blog was to share my passion for movies with others, and this is a prime example of a movie I would be excited and passionate about. And not just because of the very good looking cast of characters. :)
In this very emotional New Moon, Kristen Stewert, who plays are fair heroine Bella, still does not induce any type of feeling out of me, except for a possible choking sensation. Though I believe that new director, Chris Weitz, pushed her to her limits in terms of acting ability, she still falls short. Bella is said to be in complete emotional turmoil throughout 99% of this movie. Kristen Stewert on the other hand, could have been bored out of her mind for all of the emotion she displayed. This character of Bella SHOULD have been a difficult one. SHOULD have been emotionally trying in every way shape and form if she was doing it correctly. She did not move me one bit. She showed little emotion when the love of her life said he did not want her anymore. Showed little emotion when he was about to be tortured by other vampires. Even showed little emotion when she was being torn between two gorgeous men! Is that possible??? Apparently for little miss KS, it is.

Jacob, on the other hand, played by the fabulous Taylor Lautner, stole the show. And this is a heavy statement coming from a girl who is Team Edward through and through. I believe Taylor displayed Jacob's emotional roller coaster ride of loving Bella perfectly. Was an amazing mix of teenager, yet warrior like, loving, yet torn. He did so well in his character as Jacob that by the end of the film I found myself wanting him to get the girl! I felt there was more chemistry between Bella and Jacob, then even Bella and Edward throughout the movie. I can't wait to see more of him in the future!
Though I have heard both positive and negative feedback regarding new director, Chris Weitz, I am of the opinion that he truly did his best with this film and the actors he had to work with. The good, he stuck to the plot of the book, added some great humor to spice it up a bit, did a FABULOUS job with the cinematography and scenery (loved the woods scene with Victoria running away from the wolves), and was even sensitive to the teenage female plait. The not so good, he couldn't make Kristen Stewert show any type of emotion what-so-ever. :)
All in all, I enjoyed the movie immensely and wanted to watch it again the minute it was over! :) Minus Kristen Stewert, it would have been a 10! But still, I give it a one diaper day, FABULOUS!