The Twilight Saga: New Moon
Summit Entertainment | Release Date: November 20, 2009
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KatSNov 22, 2009
A tedious movie that manages to wring the life out of every second of its 130 minute running time. ..130 minutes of life I'd like back.
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cdNov 22, 2009
I enjoyed the first movie and have watched it many times on dvd. By comparison, this movie lost the wider community interaction, fun spirit, and sense of existance. New Moon was just a bunch of wind sweap scenes of moaning over the next I enjoyed the first movie and have watched it many times on dvd. By comparison, this movie lost the wider community interaction, fun spirit, and sense of existance. New Moon was just a bunch of wind sweap scenes of moaning over the next untouchable, yet 'promising to protect you and be yours forever" guy. I know there was a lot to get covered, but the movie was just dull. The slo mo action scenes (carpet blood flight, fighting wolves) just made me think of computers and think at least about the better direcion in Buffy/ Angel. I thought Hardwicke and team's music choices really blended well and added, while NM music was just tv-inspired mood backdrop. I did enjoy the boy flesh (go Team Jacob!). NM made me just wish Edward would go away.… Expand
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ellyNov 22, 2009
Terrible, i can't believe how popular this series is! The story seemed over dramatic and the characters where depressed the whole time. The special effects weren't very good, and the dialogue wasn't good either. Although I Terrible, i can't believe how popular this series is! The story seemed over dramatic and the characters where depressed the whole time. The special effects weren't very good, and the dialogue wasn't good either. Although I must say that there is a lot of eye-candy, but that's not the point. This movie is only for girls 13-16 years old. Anyone else, stay away!!!… Expand
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NikkiGNov 22, 2009
Worst piece of crap I have ever seen. It didn't help that I had to be dragged to the theatre to even see it. The Twilight Saga in general is a complete and utter disappointment to literature and cinema, it needs to be put down like a Worst piece of crap I have ever seen. It didn't help that I had to be dragged to the theatre to even see it. The Twilight Saga in general is a complete and utter disappointment to literature and cinema, it needs to be put down like a suffering dog.… Expand
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BenjiP.Nov 22, 2009
Garbage!
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TitoANov 22, 2009
Most of the book takes place in Bella´s thoughts. The director didn´t have the sensitivity to show it on screen. Catherine Hardwicke should have directed this one, too. What did they do with Ashley Greene´s hair? It was Most of the book takes place in Bella´s thoughts. The director didn´t have the sensitivity to show it on screen. Catherine Hardwicke should have directed this one, too. What did they do with Ashley Greene´s hair? It was terrible! And she is also too thin... anorexic, maybe?… Expand
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TinaBNov 22, 2009
Much more faithfull to the book, great acting (specially Dakota F., Taylor L., Billy B.), much better directing. Overall the history was way more interesting and appealing than the first movie. Congrats Chris Weitz.
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ZachPNov 23, 2009
What are vampires that don't drink human blood, don't have fangs and don't parish in the sunlight? Super-heroes without a gimick? You tell me. Both this and the first movie were AWFUL. I love my niece but I will never forgive What are vampires that don't drink human blood, don't have fangs and don't parish in the sunlight? Super-heroes without a gimick? You tell me. Both this and the first movie were AWFUL. I love my niece but I will never forgive her for making me sit through both of these. Poorly written, poorly acted, no actual plot and far too much dialogue for you to consider this anything other than a some sort of Lifetime made-for-tv movie with "vampires". People on here comparing this to Romeo and Juliet have clearly never read Romeo and Juliet. And the other thing I've notice, and clearly I am not the first, is that all of the positive comments are female composed. Oh well. I guess we get 300 and Troy and a bunch of other cheesey brutish flicks and they get Twilight. Maybe some day they'll actually start producing good, substantial movies again.… Expand
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MichaelMNov 23, 2009
This was the worst movie I've seen in over a decade.
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cathyHNov 23, 2009
The movie is much better understood if you have read the book first. Hopefully in the next movie it will be made for "adults" and not hold back on some major plot issues.
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TaylorLNov 23, 2009
That was the worst piece of crap I have ever watched. Pootie Tang is a better movie.
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BenANov 23, 2009
I should almost give it a 1 because it certainly does exist. But it is just so shamelessly horrible and a disgrace to good film making across the world. Please enjoy the absurd amount of money you've made stephanie meyer and do us all a I should almost give it a 1 because it certainly does exist. But it is just so shamelessly horrible and a disgrace to good film making across the world. Please enjoy the absurd amount of money you've made stephanie meyer and do us all a favor: NEVER WRITE ANYTHING ELSE AGAIN.… Expand
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ShawnMNov 24, 2009
And I thought Disney's 'The Rocketeer' was the worst alltime, but this movie has now joined it!! How many times can Bella get hurt and somehow be saved?! How many times can they show Werewolf boy Jacob with his shirt off?! And I thought Disney's 'The Rocketeer' was the worst alltime, but this movie has now joined it!! How many times can Bella get hurt and somehow be saved?! How many times can they show Werewolf boy Jacob with his shirt off?! Give me a break, I've seen better plots, acting, and action from movies made in the 1950's. Stop being so rigid and entertain the rest of us!!!… Expand
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RossS.Nov 24, 2009
This is probably the worst movie I've seen all Year. If you are a 13 - 16 year old girl, then it's just a phase. Otherwise, there's nothing that redeems this movie's torturously slow pace, Unbroken depressive moodiness, This is probably the worst movie I've seen all Year. If you are a 13 - 16 year old girl, then it's just a phase. Otherwise, there's nothing that redeems this movie's torturously slow pace, Unbroken depressive moodiness, and complelete failure to feature satisfying action in such a super-hyped blockbuster. The female lead grates on the nerves the whole movie, and the male lead is non-existent. It gets a grudging one point from me because for a whole 7-8 minutes in that entire movie there was an actual vampire fight that gave insight into the relative strengths, powers, and weaknesses of the vampires in this world. Also, for the first time ever, at the end of these seven minutes, it turns out that Bella might not be completely worthless and defenseless. In summary, the entire film could be reduced to the audience with the Elder Italian Vampire Clan, and the audience would have seen everything worth seeing, regarding the male and female leads. Except that her friend is a werewolf, but she ditches him , so it doesn't really matter. I encourage others to vote this down so low that it winds up on the worst movies top 200.… Expand
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JohnL.Nov 24, 2009
I just can't describe how terrible this film was.
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AntonyRNov 24, 2009
It's a movie for the fans of the twilight books, if you don't like the books, don't bother at all. I really love the twilight universe and enjoyed this movie a lot. A lot of details came straight out of the book and the actors It's a movie for the fans of the twilight books, if you don't like the books, don't bother at all. I really love the twilight universe and enjoyed this movie a lot. A lot of details came straight out of the book and the actors did a great job, giving the fans the characters they love. The werewolves were anlmated in an amazing way and the action was better then in the first movie. Cant' wait for the next one!!… Expand
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ChrisW.Nov 25, 2009
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RayRNov 25, 2009
This series won't hold up over the long run (like Harry Potter and LOTR) unless it improves with the next film. Many things that happened weren't explained very well - you know, not everyone read the books. And it was definitely This series won't hold up over the long run (like Harry Potter and LOTR) unless it improves with the next film. Many things that happened weren't explained very well - you know, not everyone read the books. And it was definitely slow in some parts. On it's own, the film was entertaining enough but I liked the first one better.… Expand
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BrianN.Nov 25, 2009
If I'd wanted to see depressed high school kids standing around moping for two hours I'd have a better time going to the mall to hang out with the emo kids.
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JamesHNov 25, 2009
WOW was this movie bad. Bad acting, laughable dialogue, bad music, and LONG! I must have looked at my watch 4 times wondering if the torture would EVER end. I am giving it a "1" because Michael Sheen was good in his very brief moment. It was WOW was this movie bad. Bad acting, laughable dialogue, bad music, and LONG! I must have looked at my watch 4 times wondering if the torture would EVER end. I am giving it a "1" because Michael Sheen was good in his very brief moment. It was amazing when someone who could actually ACT came on the screen. Otherwise a zero for sure.… Expand
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xiuyiwNov 25, 2009
This installment is actually an upgrade from the Twilight given its comparative lack of sappy romance and more action driven acting. I still cant stand Kristen's portrayal of bella. you would think some form of variation to her facial This installment is actually an upgrade from the Twilight given its comparative lack of sappy romance and more action driven acting. I still cant stand Kristen's portrayal of bella. you would think some form of variation to her facial expression would be beneficial to overall definition of happy and sad times.… Expand
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LauraMNov 25, 2009
I am only giving this a 2 because of Taylor Lautner's amazing body, talent and good sense of humor in the midst of such otherwise poor acting ability and a terribly pathetic WB-esque series of films. I gave this film a chance because I I am only giving this a 2 because of Taylor Lautner's amazing body, talent and good sense of humor in the midst of such otherwise poor acting ability and a terribly pathetic WB-esque series of films. I gave this film a chance because I thought the books were decent, albeit ridiculous, though after all this sick, childish mania I've even turned from those. The only thing that saves this film is the man-candy that are the La Push werewolves. But Sparkles and Pathetic Swan could be killed off and these films still wouldn't have a prayer. It's painful to see what this ridiculous series has reduced vampires to. I sincerely hope this is forgotten as quickly as it began so Hollywood can make room for some real vampire films. This crap can stick to television and sad, emo teenagers who have no concept of the level of awesomeness required to make a real vampire film. No more of this vampire literature blasphemy.… Expand
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VilhelmBNov 26, 2009
Moronic and mind-numbing. Is the female youth of today really this undemanding? No wonder the divorce rate is so high. A bunch of vapid characters glaring at each other and muttering lines that are sappier than a maple tree. This is what Moronic and mind-numbing. Is the female youth of today really this undemanding? No wonder the divorce rate is so high. A bunch of vapid characters glaring at each other and muttering lines that are sappier than a maple tree. This is what constitutes entertainment today for this age group? At least 300 taught boys some history. The saddest part is, Romeo and Juliet (which this story weakly alludes to) is 1000% better (and more romantic), yet it's next to impossible to interest young girls in Shakespeare because we've replaced the teaching of Classics in our schools with doo-doo like this. When are we going to see movies where young girls are intelligent, capable, determined, and set on forging their own destinies. Somebody please give Joss Whedon $200 million dollars. PLEASE.… Expand
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KeijiMNov 27, 2009
I know they wanted to stay faithful to the book but cutting about 40minutes worth of dribble would have done this movie good. Its too long. Other than that it has the good mix of tween romance and action for the young.
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shayladNov 28, 2009
What was with the musical score in this movie? It didnt set the right tone in most of the scenes and it jus played at length thruout many of the scenes. The lack of dialogue did nothing for the viewers. I guess they assume the only ppl What was with the musical score in this movie? It didnt set the right tone in most of the scenes and it jus played at length thruout many of the scenes. The lack of dialogue did nothing for the viewers. I guess they assume the only ppl interested are illiterate teenage girls that can't have meaningful conversation. It was very choppy and dragged in some parts. The chemistry that Bella and Edward shared in Twilight is null and void here. I know Edward is gone for most of the story but that doesn't mean their chemistry is lacking. I don't feel Weitz caputred the romantic essence. The action sequences were fine but it was just missing that over-all tone that made the Twilight saga known.… Expand
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JohnNov 28, 2009
It's not as bad as everyone thinks it is. Solid storyline, some moments of action, and much better than the first one. I feel Chris Weitz did a pretty good job, but no one gives him credit.
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JasonDNov 28, 2009
I haven't seen this movie, and I don't have to in order to understand what type of stunted psyche would enjoy this crap. It would take a complete moron to enjoy literary and cinematic drivel such as this. Either that or a teenager. I haven't seen this movie, and I don't have to in order to understand what type of stunted psyche would enjoy this crap. It would take a complete moron to enjoy literary and cinematic drivel such as this. Either that or a teenager. The death of cinema beckons, oh Twilight. Answer its call.… Expand
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ManuelSDec 18, 2009
Despite having to much melodrama senses, good enough to see again.
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KatrinaRDec 2, 2009
I gave the books a try, wasn't all impressed with the preteen angst romance thing. Gave the first movie a chance. Something about sparkly indecisive vampires isn't too impressive. Anne Rice got it right. Not twilight. This movie is I gave the books a try, wasn't all impressed with the preteen angst romance thing. Gave the first movie a chance. Something about sparkly indecisive vampires isn't too impressive. Anne Rice got it right. Not twilight. This movie is FOR preteen girls hoping to see a bare chest. My opinion? Kristin Stewart's acting is HORRIBLE. She's emotionless and bland and just not the right person to play the role of a love sick teenager. The hospital scene in the first one was retarded, her deadpan voice was not at all convincing. All in all, she ruins the movies. Robert Patterson isn't any better. I think the two 'main stars' of the movie are the worst things about it. The rest of the actors at least know how to portray a character.… Expand
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AlexandruDNov 21, 2009
I really enjoyed this movie, for a person who thought the first one was pretty bad. I havent read the books, so I'm judging this movie only. The dialog was still perty weak, but the action made up tenfolds. Yes, Bella's bitchy, but I really enjoyed this movie, for a person who thought the first one was pretty bad. I havent read the books, so I'm judging this movie only. The dialog was still perty weak, but the action made up tenfolds. Yes, Bella's bitchy, but what can you do? Overall, solid movie, in my opinion. Hopefully this helped.… Expand
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SophiaB.Nov 21, 2009
Just another MTV mess with no real acting, campy dialogue, and shoddy semi-existent plot. The only reason I'll give it a one is because of the mass of shirtless hot dudes.
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RandomCriticNov 21, 2009
Look...if you don't like the books, or if you haven't read the books...don't watch the movie. These movies are meant to be fun for the fans, nothing more, nothing less. I'm sick of all the f**ktards that hate on this Look...if you don't like the books, or if you haven't read the books...don't watch the movie. These movies are meant to be fun for the fans, nothing more, nothing less. I'm sick of all the f**ktards that hate on this franchise without reading the books just because they think it makes them look "cool" or just because the franchise is popular. For what this movie is, I thought it was pretty well-done. The acting and dialogue were a bit spotty at some points, but it was very faithful to the book and pretty cool to look at. If you like the books or if you liked the first film (or both), you will love the hell out of this. If you don't like the franchise, DON'T F**KING WATCH THE MOVIE JUST SO YOU CAN BITCH ABOUT IT. I rest my case.… Expand
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kpcleanNov 21, 2009
This movie is slower than tar in winter. The first action of the movie is at 1hr 15min and that lasts for 2 minutes. I like Kristen Stewart but the bad dream scenes with her screaming in agony in bed almost made me leave the movie THREE This movie is slower than tar in winter. The first action of the movie is at 1hr 15min and that lasts for 2 minutes. I like Kristen Stewart but the bad dream scenes with her screaming in agony in bed almost made me leave the movie THREE times... I wish someone sucked the life force out of me before this movie did. The sad thing is the movie will make millions says a lot about our over hyped and mind numbing standards.… Expand
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tammyteeNov 21, 2009
Was sooo excited to see this movie and was glad that it wasn't as chessy as the 1st. thought I was watching a after school special with twilight. thought new moon was much better, felt they had a couple silly parts i could have done Was sooo excited to see this movie and was glad that it wasn't as chessy as the 1st. thought I was watching a after school special with twilight. thought new moon was much better, felt they had a couple silly parts i could have done w/out but it, for the most part it flowed nicely and was what every girl wants in a movie.… Expand
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LCNov 22, 2009
While this film was marginally better than the first, it still lacked much in the way of substance and talent. Even adding in a seasoned actor like Michael Sheen was not enough to save this series. I very much enjoyed the books but do get While this film was marginally better than the first, it still lacked much in the way of substance and talent. Even adding in a seasoned actor like Michael Sheen was not enough to save this series. I very much enjoyed the books but do get extremely tired of the patheticism that surrounds the character of Bella. Kristen Stewart's ridiculous over-acting does nothing to help this fact. It's difficult to me to even see the main love story as the highlight of this series, because they are so childish, it's vomit reflex inducing. I never though I would say I'm a Jacob fan over an Edward fan but Taylor Lautner really makes this movie for me. He just brings some smiling and laughter to this otherwise very morose love story. I can't imagined anyone would want to be condemned to such a clingy relationship. Even when the supernatural are involved there can be a sense of humor and a little fun. I just feel that Anne Rice would weep at the ridiculousness these supposedly beautifully frightening creatures have been reduced to. The werewolves ended up being the highlight for me. The graphics are beautiful and make up for shotty camera work. The other Cullens do well off-setting the moody, love-sick 100 some year old teenager they harbor. They and Michael Sheen are the only highlights to the Twilight vampires.… Expand
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MicheleTNov 22, 2009
Since this was not my favorite book of the series, I went in with low expectations. This is was a movie with no plot, poorly acted, there was no flow and it was very disjointed and slow. It was surprisingly far worse then I could have Since this was not my favorite book of the series, I went in with low expectations. This is was a movie with no plot, poorly acted, there was no flow and it was very disjointed and slow. It was surprisingly far worse then I could have expected. I bumped it up to a 1 because there were a few lines I enjoyed even if poorly delivered.… Expand
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nickd.Nov 22, 2009
I don't get why critics are giving this bad reviews, I thought it was all around a good movie with little errors. It wasn't perfect, but it was well made.
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jaihNov 22, 2009
I do not understand why critics are giving this movie bad ratings, i think its great, it was well made with good effects and a great adaption. People need to change their votes.
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EmmaNov 23, 2009
Although the first movie was a huge hit, if New Moon was the first of the four book saga it would have failed the box offices because it lacked intensity,action seens, and close encounters like the first. and although it pulled its wait in Although the first movie was a huge hit, if New Moon was the first of the four book saga it would have failed the box offices because it lacked intensity,action seens, and close encounters like the first. and although it pulled its wait in earnings, its ratings showed truely what it deserved. It seemed like the step between, the conector, of the first book and third, what should be second. New Moon seemed more like book number 1.5. Was it good? Yes! Was it worth my 6 dollar admision and 11 dollar soda and popcorn? probably not! but one to see for sure!… Expand
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PennyNov 23, 2009
I thought the movie followed the book pretty closely. My daughter and I really enjoyed the movie. I did not think it was boring or overly long. Out of all of the books in this series, New Moon was the slowest, so perhaps that's why I thought the movie followed the book pretty closely. My daughter and I really enjoyed the movie. I did not think it was boring or overly long. Out of all of the books in this series, New Moon was the slowest, so perhaps that's why people are disappointed. I think the next movie will be even better because the book is so full of action. I thought the actors were really good and had great chemistry. This movie basically sets the scene and characters for the next two movies so some of the slow stuff was necessary. I think Kristen Stewart is the perfect Bella and Taylor Lautner was a great Jacob. Robert Pattinson is OK as Edward though; not my favorite. I liked this movie a lot better than the first.… Expand
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IanNov 24, 2009
What's most important in a love story? Two completely likable characters. Unfortunately, Bella and Edward do not qualify. Bella is a co-dependent, selfish, teasing, manipulative, emotionless hack of a character that nobody can, and What's most important in a love story? Two completely likable characters. Unfortunately, Bella and Edward do not qualify. Bella is a co-dependent, selfish, teasing, manipulative, emotionless hack of a character that nobody can, and shouldn't, relate to. When she gets dumped by Edward, she rides with bikers, throws herself off a cliff, and crashes a motorcycle that results in a bad head injury solely just to fuel her adrenaline-induced hallucinations of Edward. Edward, on the other hand, is nothing more than physically dangerous and emotionally abusive. The highlight of his character happens not too far into the movie where he tries to 'protect' Bella from a fellow vampire set off by her blood. His first instinct is to push her out of the way and into a plate glass table while running at mach 5. After that, he dumps her. New Moon, much like Twilight, just serves as eye candy to underage girls and single women. There's not a hint of a true romance here. Titanic and Beauty and the Beast still stand as my favorite romance movies because I could relate to the characters, and I wanted them to get together. Anybody that relates to either of these characters needs some serious help.… Expand
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BillNov 24, 2009
Worst movie ever! Although I should give it a star for making me laugh so often at the horrible acting, awful screenplay, and giggling girls and grown women. Every time Edward opened his mouth, i could not stop from laughing . Waste of time Worst movie ever! Although I should give it a star for making me laugh so often at the horrible acting, awful screenplay, and giggling girls and grown women. Every time Edward opened his mouth, i could not stop from laughing . Waste of time and money, unless you want to laugh at a movie not intended to be funny. Stay away!… Expand
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ErikaS.Nov 25, 2009
Corny, and childish, but sweet and disturbing. It's dramatic and really cheesy, but it's a nice movie. It's not the best movie ever, but it's way better than the first one. HA! how do you pour ketchup out of a squeeze Corny, and childish, but sweet and disturbing. It's dramatic and really cheesy, but it's a nice movie. It's not the best movie ever, but it's way better than the first one. HA! how do you pour ketchup out of a squeeze bottle? You don't! you squeeze it out of the bottle. compared to nooooo!!! please! Aieeeeeee! noooooooooo! in this movie. I don't think I will be following this series anymore. This movie was long. I was anxion "omg, when is this gonna end?!?!?!!!" Yep. Not that good.… Expand
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DavidR.Dec 14, 2009
Ass. Pure ass. Never have I seen such a piece of crap. Oh wait. Never have I WATCHED a piece of crap.
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StefaniDec 16, 2009
Not as bad as they want you to believe. Better than the cheesy, sappy, and relatively useless book that is New Moon.
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DwayneCDec 17, 2009
I wished I was dead...and not in a good way.
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AndresODec 18, 2009
I love how many of the reviews basically boil down to "if your a fan of the books than you'll love this movie!" Wouldn't it be easier to just say "if your a mindless idiot with no taste you will love these movies!" Of course if you I love how many of the reviews basically boil down to "if your a fan of the books than you'll love this movie!" Wouldn't it be easier to just say "if your a mindless idiot with no taste you will love these movies!" Of course if you love the books you'll love the movies. The books are perhaps one of the worst written novels of all time. Terrible plot, terrible grammar, vapid shallow characters, and a horrible of example of what love should be. The movie mirrors all of this perfect. You watch the movie almost thinking they intended to parody themselves.… Expand
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roddersj04Dec 29, 2010
Crap personified. A sequel for the brain dead bunch, who believe Twilight is vampires at their perfection. Well guess what? IT'S FAR FROM IT! Allow me to sum up Twilight in 10 words! "I'm brooding!" "I love you" Sparkle, Fight, Shine, Crap,Crap personified. A sequel for the brain dead bunch, who believe Twilight is vampires at their perfection. Well guess what? IT'S FAR FROM IT! Allow me to sum up Twilight in 10 words! "I'm brooding!" "I love you" Sparkle, Fight, Shine, Crap, End! If there is a god, he'll/she'll immediatley cancel the two sequels, burn all footage of all 4 films and erase this pathetic excuse for a vampire saga from everybody's memories.… Expand
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TheQuietGamerMar 6, 2011
I'll admit it I actually liked the first one, but this was a terribly boring piece of crap, it took nothing that made the first one enjoyable, I highly recommend on not watching this.
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TokyochuchuNov 24, 2014
The Twilight Saga: New Moon is utter pap saved slightly because that it's so bad it's actually funny. The motorcycle scene where Jacob pulls a crap, unnecessary skid on his scrambler and then dramatically yanks his shirt off had me inThe Twilight Saga: New Moon is utter pap saved slightly because that it's so bad it's actually funny. The motorcycle scene where Jacob pulls a crap, unnecessary skid on his scrambler and then dramatically yanks his shirt off had me in stitches! As did the stupid teen logic, wooden dialogue and unrepentantly dire acting. Kind of a good time then after all.… Expand
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MichaelDJan 4, 2011
It's another sequel that is worse than the first movie.
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TheChaser1985Nov 23, 2011
This movie was quite boring, with no real ending. More emo Bella and Edward. More "Vampires" who sparkle and don't have fangs. I really like the idea of the story but it just doesn't do it for me. I'll watch the third just to... I dunno...
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Khunter4382Nov 21, 2011
With the exception of really cool special effects and a flicker of action sequences, this film is pretty weak. This film is 90% an advertisement for Lautner's abs, and the rest of the film is jam-packed into the remaining 10%. The audience isWith the exception of really cool special effects and a flicker of action sequences, this film is pretty weak. This film is 90% an advertisement for Lautner's abs, and the rest of the film is jam-packed into the remaining 10%. The audience is given ZERO character development and there are so many characters that could be more interesting here. New Moon is completely unapologetic to those who did not read the books, and that makes it all the more difficult to watch. Still, this was a nice distraction for a couple hours.… Expand
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aaronpaul121May 24, 2012
A very bad movie. It is better than the first Twilight. It just lacks excitement and that WOW factor. The Plot was very ridiculous. The acting of the characters (especially Taylor Lautner) was just corny and terrible. Maybe some teenagers mayA very bad movie. It is better than the first Twilight. It just lacks excitement and that WOW factor. The Plot was very ridiculous. The acting of the characters (especially Taylor Lautner) was just corny and terrible. Maybe some teenagers may like it because of the impact of the characters but I will certainly not like this one. But I have to give them credit for the effort. Unfortunately, this is just a vampire movie turned into a nightmare for movie-goers.....… Expand
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LordOFlibertYDec 19, 2011
Uhhh WTF did I just watch. I haven't read the book but the entire film seems so unrealistic as in the situations will just never happen some of you may say "well thats coz its a fantasy film noob" well LOTR was a fantasy film and it was moreUhhh WTF did I just watch. I haven't read the book but the entire film seems so unrealistic as in the situations will just never happen some of you may say "well thats coz its a fantasy film noob" well LOTR was a fantasy film and it was more realistic than this pile of garbage I mean wtf.… Expand
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HasrionaJul 20, 2011
The sequel to one of the worst films ever made takes the crown of being the actual worst film ever made. At what point in the film is anything interesting, and when is the plot anything more than tedious? This really is a film franchise thatThe sequel to one of the worst films ever made takes the crown of being the actual worst film ever made. At what point in the film is anything interesting, and when is the plot anything more than tedious? This really is a film franchise that needs to end, and it wont be missed by the film-going community when it does, that can be said.… Expand
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Potter17Oct 1, 2011
I assume the hardcore-fans will enjoy it but since I am neither a fan nor a reader of Meyer's work I was quite disappointed by New Moon. Twilight had some poor dialogues and excessive romance but I found it a reasonable film, so I had goodI assume the hardcore-fans will enjoy it but since I am neither a fan nor a reader of Meyer's work I was quite disappointed by New Moon. Twilight had some poor dialogues and excessive romance but I found it a reasonable film, so I had good expectations. Its sequel, though, it is not a improvement. On the contrary, they sucked out everything good about Twilight and only left its worst aspects.… Expand
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vini1904Aug 16, 2012
Kristen's acting can be even worse this. It does not convey any sense will the viewer. The story is weak and is not as catchy as the first, Jacob manages to be a character totally without charisma.
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ZilcellNov 27, 2011
New Moon was pretty boring. It had a bad story with a long absence of fun and charm. It did have a couple good moments but there wasn't much to like.
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TyranianApr 14, 2019
Much dumber than first film and Jacob brings a new level of lame to the series.
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DBZ19Apr 23, 2012
Well what can be said for this ridiculous, sopey un emotionally romantic movie that hasn't already been said. Well i only just watched these films and let me tell you this it felt like someone stuck my testicles into a blender and put it onWell what can be said for this ridiculous, sopey un emotionally romantic movie that hasn't already been said. Well i only just watched these films and let me tell you this it felt like someone stuck my testicles into a blender and put it on the slowest speed possible. these films are terrible.… Expand
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Mad_Hatter91Jun 15, 2012
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I am unable to criticize too much a film but in this case, yes. New Moon is certainly one of the most morally harmful to the film world. I still can not believe that the is love between Edward and Belle. Edward that moves away from Belle so as not to hurt (which, however, the wounds). Belle gets depressed and is four months without doing anything to fight back, then he consoles himself with Jacob and then it happens here in the chaos. I do not understand how can people like this saga.… Expand
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imthenoobMar 20, 2012
I liked it a lot more then the first film. The only real flaws about it though is that the acting is a little disapointing, Besides that it was actually pretty good, I enjoyed it.
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MegWhiteleyMar 2, 2012
Deception. The first film is sorpresive, but this second part is... boring, the cast is very regular, and performance of much are terrible, this is a bad sequel.
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OfficialNov 14, 2013
Absolutely horrible. "The Twilight Saga: New Moon" is a dull, slow-paced sequel, which has terrible and cheesy dialogue and acting. I have no further interest in checking out the rest of the series after watching this junk.
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jetpackulleySep 8, 2012
Although its predecesor is even boring, this chapter strikes as another boring and unfavorably action-packed tale of vampires and werewolves. I am not very pleased with this one, I just didn't hope the saga keeps getting any worse.
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dev92Aug 25, 2012
I am not the kind of person to dismiss a film purely based on the franchise (see my other Twilight reviews some of which are positive/mixed) from which it comes from no matter how annoying the fans may be. New Moon is simply put one of theI am not the kind of person to dismiss a film purely based on the franchise (see my other Twilight reviews some of which are positive/mixed) from which it comes from no matter how annoying the fans may be. New Moon is simply put one of the worst films I have ever seen. It was slow, with no tension and no emotion portrayed in an awful performance by Kristen Stewart. How anyone could think this to be a good film is beyond me.… Expand
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WachachaSep 4, 2012
"NEW MOON" disappointed me, because it felt long and the acting of Kristin was really, mixed, and the only thing that kept me watching the whole thing, was the score done by ALEXANDRE DESPLAT -- well done.
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JawsLaxerDramaDec 21, 2012
Secretly, this film has to be a COMEDY. It is hilariously God-awful. Effects are crap, and the plot (based on the equally dull and mudane books- are in some ways classically awful.) Anyways, I am a teenage girl and find the whole thing aSecretly, this film has to be a COMEDY. It is hilariously God-awful. Effects are crap, and the plot (based on the equally dull and mudane books- are in some ways classically awful.) Anyways, I am a teenage girl and find the whole thing a giant manipulation of those who can't think. It's not about intelligence, this is supposed to be ENJOYED. When something is successful, people like to complain about it; which is natural. However, Twilight and the whole saga deserve the **** it gets. It's horrendously awful. BOO, you whore!… Expand
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YoursTrulyNov 12, 2012
The plot is full of cop outs. But it is what you would expect from a motion picture based off of a young adult novel. The way I see it, at least these movies aren't boring and I find the darkened tint of this world to be somewhat enchanting.
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Speed4RunsDec 16, 2012
One of the worst sagas ever made.
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WiesyApr 5, 2013
I have seen the first movie, and then this, what is this, I asked to my self. The action is not good, the acting can be better and the story is not good. Than there are the parts where the actors say nothing and do nothing. Worst movie of the saga.
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LoRevisorJan 8, 2015
Não acho que sequências são ruins mas no caso de crepúsculo o primeiro já foi ruim,e o segundo se superou chato pra c***lho,sem emoção sem vida chato pra c***lho
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BrunoADJun 15, 2013
New Moon is better than the first in every way ...

As I always say I do not like Twilight for its silly story, masa must say that this movie is good, anyway the budget is higher, the effects have not improved, excess makeup over theNew Moon is better than the first in every way ...

As I always say I do not like Twilight for its silly story, masa must say that this movie is good, anyway the budget is higher, the effects have not improved, excess makeup over the interpretation of Robert ta better, but Kristen continues ridiculous Michael Sheen is brilliant and one of the highest points of the film is the great soundtrack and art direction … Expand
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DibbHansenJul 18, 2013
A HUGE improvement over the first film and a better acted and more entertaining film that the first one. Plus, the music is beautiful, the cinematography is beautiful, the story is more interesting, the visuals vastly improved from the firstA HUGE improvement over the first film and a better acted and more entertaining film that the first one. Plus, the music is beautiful, the cinematography is beautiful, the story is more interesting, the visuals vastly improved from the first film. I enjoyed this film and find it entertaining and it is a good film in terms of films.… Expand
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nickrovertOct 24, 2013
Boasting unintentionally humorful acting performances and an embarrassingly terrible screenplay, 'The Twilight Saga: New Moon' is the worst fantasy film in recent memory.
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bfoore90Jul 12, 2020
Essentially 2 hours of Bella moping over Edward leaving her. Jacob, though sympathetic provides some conflict but overall, its a largely uneven film.
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lukechristianscMay 18, 2015
The first Twilight film was decent now this one is just the same as the first one but way way way more melodramatic, it's a cheesy cornball opera with cliche's. The way that vampire movies are made it's almost feels like a cheesy terribleThe first Twilight film was decent now this one is just the same as the first one but way way way more melodramatic, it's a cheesy cornball opera with cliche's. The way that vampire movies are made it's almost feels like a cheesy terrible play, the only film that works as the best vampire film adaptation is Anne Rice's movies. Kristen Stewart does have talent but in the same movie, she is terrible and I think really hates being in this sequel and her chemistry between Robert Pattinson is fake and Launter is a terrible actor. The script is so bad get a different screenwriter! Grade C-… Expand
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chwJul 20, 2014
The Twilight Saga: New Moon was pretty dumb. It was boring, and had very terrible acting, I could say the worst I've ever seen, such as the line "YOU CUT YOUR HAIR" says it all, I mean, what's wrong with staying classy instead of having aThe Twilight Saga: New Moon was pretty dumb. It was boring, and had very terrible acting, I could say the worst I've ever seen, such as the line "YOU CUT YOUR HAIR" says it all, I mean, what's wrong with staying classy instead of having a racist haircut, or should I say, hairdo.… Expand
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diogomendesAug 1, 2014
What I was just asking for is an improvement over its predecessor, but NO. "The Twilight Saga: New Moon" is a boring, joyless and slow paced flick which is directed by the most incompetent person in the world of cinema. The acting is utterlyWhat I was just asking for is an improvement over its predecessor, but NO. "The Twilight Saga: New Moon" is a boring, joyless and slow paced flick which is directed by the most incompetent person in the world of cinema. The acting is utterly horrible and none of the action sequences can't help this preposterous movie overcome an excessive length and an absence script.… Expand
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JohnMasterLAug 7, 2015
A pesar de que la primera parte es ridícula en todo sentido, era entretenida. Pero "New Moon" es absurda, estúpida, boba, sonsa, ridícula, pésima, asquerosa, repulsiva, una bazofia. ¿Que es lo que les deja de enseñanza a las niñas adictas aA pesar de que la primera parte es ridícula en todo sentido, era entretenida. Pero "New Moon" es absurda, estúpida, boba, sonsa, ridícula, pésima, asquerosa, repulsiva, una bazofia. ¿Que es lo que les deja de enseñanza a las niñas adictas a esta saga? Si tu novio no te hace caso: hazte daño, intenta suicidarte, has cosas que pongan en riesgo tu vida y veras que con eso el volverá. Y si no es así, puedes cambiar de pareja las veces que quieras. Eso es lo que deja New Moon, situaciones estúpidas, diálogos ridículos y un guion horrible y asqueroso, actuaciones mediocres y una trama aburrida. New Moon no es solo la peor de la saga, sino también es una de las peores películas que eh visto en toda mi existencia. No gasten su tiempo en esta bazofia...… Expand
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LinttaFlamingoOct 9, 2016
Bella continues to sigh every millisecond, I guess she has asthma. The character work is surprisingly effective this time, but other than that it's almost a copy paste of the first movie.
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MrMovieBuffJul 19, 2016
Tedious, dull, slow-paced an all above awful. 'The Twilight Saga: New Moon' is an excruciating exercise in filmmaking and overall film entertainment. One must wonder what the filmmakers were thinking when they finished making this andTedious, dull, slow-paced an all above awful. 'The Twilight Saga: New Moon' is an excruciating exercise in filmmaking and overall film entertainment. One must wonder what the filmmakers were thinking when they finished making this and probably thought, "We did a good job, here!".

The film continues more or less where the first film left off. In that we see Bella (Kristen Stewart) still living with her father and is having nightmares about being old and the fact that her vampire lover, Edward (Robert Pattinson) will never age, and hasn't done so since he was 17. Later on, we see that Edward doesn't want to risk Bella's life by having himself in it, so he tells her that he's going away, and that she must not do anything erratic. Despite his leaving being the best for both of them, she cannot seem to function without him, nor can he stop concerning himself over her.

Bella decides to bond even more closely with Jacob Black (an often topless Taylor Lautner), in which she soon discovers that werewolves become a part of his life, and how they are not so keen on vampires. This then leads to a constant conflict as to whether or not Bella is attracted to Edward or Jacob, not only is she facing the difficult decision over which bland boyfriend she wants, but they could not be more opposite if they tried. It's almost like choosing between a PC or a Mac...they're rivals in every way, but you cannot make the decision over which is best for you.

The film moves at a frustratingly slow pace, it doesn't help as well that the characters presented to us are no more interesting either. Kristen Stewart lacks the ability to show enthusiasm in her performance, unless that is how Stephanie Meyer (the writer of these books) wanted the character to be. It makes me wonder why two guys like Edward and Jacob are so fascinated by Bella...there is nothing about her character that seems so special. I'm not sure if I should blame Stewart's performance, or if I should blame the direction by Chris Weitz, or if I should blame the screenplay by Melissa Rosenberg.

"New Moon" is absolutely devoid of interest, devoid of fun, devoid of a compelling execution for a story. It doesn't hook you in like most "sagas" are supposed to...instead it leaves you hungry, impatient, and overall, dissatisfied.… Expand
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JosephASowellJun 5, 2015
Except for the last half hour or so of this movie, it has no plot whatsoever. It is literally two hours of Bella moping that Edward left, and NOTHING else
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marcelgermannNov 7, 2015
Twilight New Moon
Dieser Film suckt, er ist genauso unbedeutend und schlecht wie der erste, also es gibt irgendein Vampirgericht , Stewart und Vampir haben Stress, anscheinend verlässt er sie, wegen einem Vampirproblem, alles klar amk. AmTwilight New Moon
Dieser Film suckt, er ist genauso unbedeutend und schlecht wie der erste, also es gibt irgendein Vampirgericht , Stewart und Vampir haben Stress, anscheinend verlässt er sie, wegen einem Vampirproblem, alles klar amk. Am Ende musst er es für sie tun und liebt sie immer noch, indem er sie anstarrt… Expand
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timoneApr 9, 2022
Okay, so after I reviewed the first Twilight which I find it to be absolutely god-awful surprisingly so I decided to watch and review the second Twilight film which is called The Twilight Saga from now on called The Twilight Saga: New Moon.Okay, so after I reviewed the first Twilight which I find it to be absolutely god-awful surprisingly so I decided to watch and review the second Twilight film which is called The Twilight Saga from now on called The Twilight Saga: New Moon. Whilst I decided to, I will give my thoughts on the entire pentalogy which I've never heard of the term before so I gotta get on point with them so let's stop p***ing about and let's get on with it. On Bella's 18th birthday she wakes up from a dream where she is an old woman and Edward Cullen. His family host a birthday reception for her. Whilst Bella had a paper cut Jasper is overwhelmed by the scent of her blood, he decides to attack her but is restrained. Edward believes that he and his family are putting Bella's life in danger so he decides to end their relationship and he and the Cullens leave Forks. For months, Bella is depressed and isolated. She meets with Jacob Black played by Taylor Lautner and they develop a strong friendship. Okay, now I can get to my problems here with it, not just because I don't like the film but just because this movie took directions and making it a complete mess. When Edward leaves Bella and depart from Forks, he did that to protect her and told her not to do anything reckless and he won't interrupt her what so ever. What does he do? He interrupts her to keeping from trouble and danger. Jeez, you just told her that she can move on without any interference from you. Jesus Christ, why don't you just f**k off? I think you know all the rest of what's going on when it comes to me doing these movies, 'cause this whole saga never ends. The Twilight Saga: New Moon, it sucks, I'm on to the next one, bye.… Expand
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TAPRDec 13, 2022
Assistir no cinema me fez refletir como esse filme trabalha bem como uma continuação. Tem a adição dos lobisomens e da castas e hierarquia entre os vampiros. O problema irritante está exclusivamente em quando a protagonista abre a boca ou fazAssistir no cinema me fez refletir como esse filme trabalha bem como uma continuação. Tem a adição dos lobisomens e da castas e hierarquia entre os vampiros. O problema irritante está exclusivamente em quando a protagonista abre a boca ou faz qualquer coisa, o que consistem em 80% do filme.… Expand
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ThreeboxIndoorsDec 23, 2016
Twilight: New Moon is better than the first Twilight but that doesn't really say much at all. This is an amazingly terrible movie. It's an unwanted sequel that ends setting up another unwanted sequel. The dialogue isn't as bad, but it's stillTwilight: New Moon is better than the first Twilight but that doesn't really say much at all. This is an amazingly terrible movie. It's an unwanted sequel that ends setting up another unwanted sequel. The dialogue isn't as bad, but it's still bad. The CGI isn't as bad, but it's still bad. The stunts are absolutely awful. The pacing is even worse than in the first. We get these new characters who can turn into wolves - But they're always topless. I wonder why? Maybe it's because this film is made for teenage girls. We also get an unnecessary, unconvincing love triangle, about as unnecessary as Twilight: New Moon and i'm going to give it a 3/10.… Expand
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JPKDec 7, 2019
Pretty Bad
2008’s adaptation of Twilight certainly wasn’t good, But at least it tried to be decent unlike this sequel which barley even tries.
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alexandreaNov 29, 2021
Whilw not as good as the first one it still is a great soap opera. It´s long, boring and cringe but i just couldn´t stop watching it.
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FilipeNetoMar 25, 2020
General improvements over the previous film.

This film was based on a series of "best seller" books about the romance between a vampire and a young human. I never read the books (nor do I intend to) to know what they are like, and I'mGeneral improvements over the previous film.

This film was based on a series of "best seller" books about the romance between a vampire and a young human. I never read the books (nor do I intend to) to know what they are like, and I'm willing not to talk about them, but if Edward and Bella's love story was supposed to be epic, something didn't work. Despite this, and just like the first film in this tetralogy, this film was a box office champion, teenagers consumed it well and the studio rubbed its hands in satisfaction.

The plot is easy to summarize. After realizing that Bella was in danger with him, Edward leaves her, wishing she would forget him and live a normal life. But she falls into depression and seeks, by various means, to put herself at risk in the hope that he will appear through visions that she has whenever she is in danger. At the same time, she approaches Jake, who is in love with her and wants to have a chance. It turns out that he also changes: he belongs to a tribe of werewolves and, somehow, it activates and he starts to be able to transform into a giant wolf. From there, the animosity between him and Edward grows, given that vampires and werewolves are natural enemies, and is linked to the competition for the love of young Bella.

Despite the change of director, little changes. Chris Weitz seems more capable as a producer than as a director. The film is going on without us feeling connected to what we are seeing. With the exception of some very concrete scenes, there is no involvement or depth, everything seems futile and a deep and dramatic love, capable of transforming a person's life, ends up just looking like a childish crush. The sudden ending of the film would, I think, have the intention of provoking a "wow effect" in the audience, but in me it only caused the sensation that the final part of the film was cut or eaten.

What I said about the actors in the first film applies perfectly to this one. There were some casting errors that didn't help. Kristen Stewart is a weak actress with no presence or expression, and the same can be said of a dull Robert Pattinson, who seems to be more dead than his character. Both were poor casting choices and the romance between them never convinces by the absolute lack of chemistry. In spite of everything, comparing the two films directly, I think Stewart took advantage of the previous experience and did a better job here, which may be the result of some critical spirit and the ability to face mistakes and try to do better. Better than them, Taylor Lautner is more intense and palatable, and that intensifies a lot here. Together with Billy Burke and Ashley Greene, they are the best interpretations of the film. The Volturi manage to appear cold, calculating and threatening, especially Dakota Fanning, Jamie Campbell Bower and Christopher Heyerdahl. Michael Sheen seems polite, even aristocratic, but he based his character on a thousand stereotypes about European noble vampires and looks like a caricature and not a credible character.

Technically, the film shows improvements compared to the previous one, perhaps the result of a stronger financial investment by the studio. CGI wolves are excellent and are the most striking and interesting visual resource. Alexandre Desplat's soundtrack stood out more and this is worth it because it is one of the best technical notes in tetralogy. Editing and post-production work were poor. Good scenery, props, good large-scale images of cold and cloudy landscapes and a beautiful city of Volterra complete the technical work.

Overall, I feel that this film represents a slight improvement over the previous one. We continue to face a dull story, but the introduction of truly threatening characters and the greater role given to more emotional characters and capable actors gives it a bag of breathable air that its predecessor does not have.… Expand
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meydianarizki21Nov 3, 2020
Wait--what? People are upset??
Ahh, what a fickle bunch Twilight fans are. I remember the release of the first film last year, and the incredible backlash from fans of the series--can't even remember the number of comments saying "Stick toWait--what? People are upset??
Ahh, what a fickle bunch Twilight fans are. I remember the release of the first film last year, and the incredible backlash from fans of the series--can't even remember the number of comments saying "Stick to the book!" Incredible liberties were taken with the plot (or did we all forget the butchering of the much-beloved meadow scene in the first movie?), and too much of Hardwicke's own film-making style was imposed upon a story that was not hers to fiddle with.

Then New Moon comes out. Obviously, the screenwriter and director went to great lengths to painstakingly recreate the second book in film form, undoubtedly due to the response to Twilight. I am hard-pressed to think of any really pivotal plot points that were excluded from this film (and, no, the flights to and from Italy don't qualify as "pivotal"). But suddenly fans come out in droves to complain on the Internet that the dialogue is cheesy? Hello, have you READ the books? Any actor is going to choke on the ridiculous dialogue that Stephenie Meyer came up with (I doubt even Robert De Niro could sell that tripe). Her dialogue only sounds remotely reasonable on the page. At least this movie didn't include such horrendous lines as "I hated you for making me want you so much"). And people saying it's slow? Again, take a look at the book--the vast majority of the story is devoted to Bella moping over the imaginary hole in her chest. It wasn't exactly an action-packed thrill ride.

I for one thought this movie was a vast improvement over the first, primarily because it stayed so true to the book. And Weitz, unlike Hardwicke, wasn't itching to impose his own style on the story by using crazy camera angles and other weird stylistic elements that were nowhere suggested in the pages of Twilight. New Moon was fittingly glossy and stylistically neutral, appealing to a wider range of tastes. It was filmed beautifully and, to my great relief, had a much wider color palette than the first film.

As for the acting--let's face it, Kristen's never going to be an impressive performer until she realizes that scoffing doesn't qualify as "emoting." And Rob just seems flat-out wrong for this role, but I think he did tap into Edward's inner turmoil better than in Twilight. I thought the performances were, overall, a huge improvement over the first film, especially from Taylor, who fits the sunshiney role of Jacob to a T. The Cullens were, yes, sadly underutilized, but making the movie longer just to give them more screen time isn't going to appease complaints about it being boring and slow as it is.

Hopefully this film will get the credit it deserves after the initial tsunami of unreasonable outrage. It's obvious that the filmmakers are trying incredibly hard to please the fans of the book by staying closer to the text. Here's hoping they don't throw up their hands in frustration upon discovering that loyalty to the book is apparently not good enough either.… Expand
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ErikTheCriticSep 29, 2018
And just when you thought things couldn't get any worse, along comes this dreadful sequel, crammed with excruciatingly slow pacing and the same cheesy romance and acting.
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jonslowDec 9, 2018
A bunch of mopey teens standing around (literally, they DO just stand around for the entire film).
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All_ButTrU4Oct 9, 2022
Horrendous bore . The follow up to the somber chill of Twilight is a wet dog scented trudge. Bella and Jacob share 0 chemistry and Edwards melodramatic gesture is wholly unnecessary.
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RobwinzDec 11, 2020
Twilight: New Moon, It's such a boring **** movie and I was thinking to myself while I was watching this, I'd rather watch Norm Of The North, lol.
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Sosmooth1982Jan 13, 2023
I thought this one was really dumb. Edward tries to distance himself from Bella for her own safety. While he is gone Bella builds her friendship with Jacob. She starts to learn his secrets. This one is so boring. No action whatsoever and sheI thought this one was really dumb. Edward tries to distance himself from Bella for her own safety. While he is gone Bella builds her friendship with Jacob. She starts to learn his secrets. This one is so boring. No action whatsoever and she cheats on Edward. They could have just left that part out of the movie. No one likes a cheating ****… Expand
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motionpaintingsNov 20, 2020
well if the first part is nonsense, the second part is usually not a masterpiece
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imdbsupportFeb 11, 2021
Weitz’s pacing is so limp you’re going to need the electricity generated by a live audience to keep from yelling, “Hurry it up!”
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larissa26Apr 9, 2021
A perfect movie. Didn't like it at first because of jacob, and because it was so down and i was watching to get happy and i got even more depressed lol, but now i see it with different eyes. I love this movie. The director nailed it, and theA perfect movie. Didn't like it at first because of jacob, and because it was so down and i was watching to get happy and i got even more depressed lol, but now i see it with different eyes. I love this movie. The director nailed it, and the soundtrack is AMAZING, as Robert Pattinson said, it was ahead of it's time. Kristen Stewart's acting was on point. She portraied very well a depressive character. The best characterizarion was in this movie. 10000/10… Expand
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