"The Twilight Saga: New Moon" Coming to DVD and Blu-ray on March 20! Get Those Remote Controls Ready!
They have waited for this day since November 20! After leaving the first viewings of "New Moon," Twilight fans couldn't wait to get to watch the movie in their own homes, over and over and over again!
The wait is almost over! On March 20, Summit Entertainment will release the movie on DVD and Blu-ray disc. Die-hards can rewind their favorite scenes over and over and we know some of you will watch certain scenes in slow motion. That is the beauty of home entertainment.
The movie comes complete with a commentary by director Chris Weitz and editor Peter Lambert. Bonus features also include a six part documentary on the making of the movie. There are also a few music videos by artists who are featured on the soundtrack. Some retailers are offering bonus material and/or items if you purchase the DVD through them. Be sure to research where you want to buy your DVD or Blu-ray disc.
Summit knows that fans don't want to wait one extra minute... so they are releasing the DVD and Blu-ray on a Saturday. Some retail outlets will have the movie for sale at 12:00AM and are hosting parties for fans who want to purchase it at twelve AM and five seconds. Be sure to call your local retailers and ask what time the movie will be available.
Make your plans now to purchase the DVD on March 20!
Contest Corner
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In honor of the DVD and Blu-ray release of "New Moon," we have partnered with SKINIT.com to give four lucky winners the chance to let their phone, IPOD, or PDA rock a special Twilight theme or custom made "Skin." This is a cool new way to declare yourself "Team Edward" or "Team Jacob" or just to show your love for Twillight in general. A "Skin" is just a sticker that covers your phone, IPOD, or PDA and is easily removed. For examples, please head to www.Skinit.com !
To enter:
Type (in an email) or write down the following information for us:
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This contest is opened to anyone 13 or over (12 and under, please have a parent or guardian enter for you). By submitting your information via email or mailing in an entry, you are stating that you are 13 or over and eligible to enter.
All entries must be postmarked by March 29, 2010. All on-line entries must be submitted by midnight (EST) on April 2, 2010. Enter as many times as you'd like! One mailed entry per envelope please. Spotlight Communications is not responsible for lost or misdirected mail!
Winners will be contacted by email, mail or phone and will be posted on this site after being notified.
"The Twilight Saga: New Moon" Hits Theaters on November 20! Let the Games Begin!
Back Story:
It all started with a dream. Author Stephenie Meyer fell asleep one June night and dreamt about a couple in a meadow. It was obvious the boy and girl were in love; however, they shouldn't be together. He was a vampire and she was merely a common, human, teenager. Intrigued by this vision, Stephenie would go on to pen four books about this tortured couple and their desire to be together. Unbeknownst to the first time author, that dream created a "Romeo" and "Juliet" for a new generation. We were introduced to "Bella" and "Edward" in a book called "Twilight" and thus began a love story of epic proportions.
The first book caught the attention at executives at Summit Entertainment and they made a small film of the same name. They were as unassuming as Meyer about how the world would react to their bringing the characters to life on the big screen. The movie premiere launched a world-wide phenomenon and made over-night stars of talented actors like Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson who took on the daunting task of bringing these beloved characters to life. They had no idea what they were in for.
The cast and crew are currently in production on the third installment of the saga called "Eclipse." That movie is slated for a 2010 release. Summit has also just greenlit production on the last book called "Breaking Dawn."
An obsession on this scale over books is all too rare in this day and age and has only been seen recently by the likes of a little wizard named "Harry Potter." This series has captured the attention of young and old and lingers longest with those who believe in destiny and true love. Below we fill you in on the long-awaited, much-anticipated, second film in the series.
What We Know About the Movie...
From what we can tell, it looks like the movie is going to stay pretty true to the book. The first book (Twilight), explored Bella and Edward getting to know each other and falling in love.
In the beginning of "New Moon," the dynamic duo has settled in to a fairly routine life together. (As routine as dating a vampire can get!) They go to school and hang out with friends and family. Bella is turning 18 which is a cause of stress for her because technically, Edward was bitten at 17, which means he remains that age until the end of time. Bella is now older than her eternal love and this accelerates her desire for him to change her into a vampire too.
The Cullens are insistent on throwing Bella a birthday party, complete with gifts, but things go horribly wrong when an innocent paper cut incites Jasper (the newest one in the family to forgo drinking human blood and feed only on the blood of animals) to go in for a snack. Devastated by the crystal clear perspective of the danger he is keeping Bella in; Edward gives her a quick goodbye and then disappears with the whole family in tow.
There are no words to describe the depth of devastation that Bella plunges in to when Edward leaves her. She has nightmares, doesn't eat, quits talking to her friends and is numb to the passing of time. Eventually, she begins to start to exist again and finds that when putting herself in extremely danger, she sees Edward and hears him telling her to stop. This causes her to seek dangerous activities and inadvertently brings her closer to Jacob, the family friend who has been in love with her for a long time.
Only, Jacob isn't your normal teenager either. Being a member of the Quileute Indian tribe brings a past of legend and lore about humans that can shape-shift into wolves. First dismissed as impossible, Bella begins to suspect her friend's secret. This is the girl whose boyfriend is a vampire after all.
Even with the Cullens banished from Forks (of their own accord), Bella isn't safe from vampire attacks. Victoria is still on the loose and seeking revenge against Bella because Edward killed her mate James when James was attacking Bella. Who will protect our heroine from her if the vampires are gone? Wolves perhaps?
One of Bella's stupid attempts to provoke an Edward vision causes his sister Alice to misinterpret one of her visions and she assumes that Bella is dead. She returns to Forks to help Bella's father Charlie, but finds Bella very much alive. Only word doesn't get back to Edward in time, so he seeks a way to end his own life.
Edward goes to the Volturi, a family of vampires who have been in existence for hundreds of years and govern most of the vampire population, to seek their aid in his suicide. When the Volturi, fails to comply, he decides to take matters into his own hands and plans to expose himself as a vampire in a crowded public place. The Volturi would have to punish him with death if he did this.
Alice and Bella race to Italy to try to stop Edward but Bella is only Human and must travel the ways humans do like by car and airplane. This slows them down considerably.
Can Bella and Alice make it to Edward in time? Can Jacob make Bella see that it is him she truly loves? What would the Volturi do to Bella if they found out she knew their secrets? Head to the theater on November 20 and watch every nail-biting, sigh inducing, dramatic minute unfold.
Check out the must see trailers for the film here:
The Movie Posters
If these don't make you want to see the movie... nothing will!
More Photos...
An Exclusive Interview With Peter Facinelli
Peter Facinelli:
Awesome Fans, The Power of Twitter and Landing the Role of a Lifetime That Doesn't Exactly Suck!
by: Susan J. Yeager
Peter Facinelli is relaxed and friendly, despite being interviewed in the middle of a mall where hundreds of fans (read that young and older female admirers) have waited for hours to get an autograph and/or take a picture with the good-looking actor. The chaos doesn't seem to faze the man who knows portions of the proceeds are going to raise money for charity and that these are the people who support his movies and television projects. He'll supply the one hundred and ten percent to bringing characters to life, but what good is that if no one sees all of his time and effort? He'd still be acting even if he wasn't in one of the past year's biggest cultural phenomenon (The Twilight Saga) or on one of cable's most buzzed about new television shows ("Nurse Jackie" ). After all, he's been working steadily for over 15 years, building a following and a resume that most thespians would kill for. Meeting some of the people who are affected by his work? Well, days like this are just icing on an already very delicious cake.
The acting bug actually bit Peter fairly early in life, though he didn't admit it right away. "When I was in third grade, I saw 'Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid,' and I thought 'Those guys look like they're having fun. That's what I want to do.' That movie kind of inspired me to want to be an actor. I never really did anything about it because telling my parents that I wanted to be an actor was like telling them I wanted to go to Mars! I was first generation American. I was born in Queens. We didn't know anybody in the industry. I didn't know how to get involved or how to do it. I was also painstakingly shy."
"All through high school, I never did a play. When I got to college, I started telling my parents I was going to be a lawyer because I liked the whole courtroom drama aspect of it. Then I realized that lawyers spend most of their time trying not to go to court. So I skipped the courtroom drama and went straight for the drama. I transferred in to NYU and studied theater there. I studied hard. They taught me a lot. I can honestly say, if I didn't study acting, I wouldn't be doing what I am doing now. It's not like I was this natural-born actor. I really worked hard. I had a New York accent that was pretty thick. They cured me of that going to school. I learned a craft and then I learned to apply it. When I was 21, I started working and I've been working ever since."
"The first thing I ever did was a movie called 'Angela,' Peter recalls when asked about his first professional job. "Rebecca Miller wrote and directed it," (Rebecca is Arthur's daughter). "I played, 'Lucifer', the devil… completely unrecognizable. I was head to toe white make-up, which was kind of a preview [of what was to come]. It's all come full circle."
Several television guest spots and TV movies followed, including one called "An Unfinished Affair" where he met his wife, actress Jennie Garth. He starred in a hit teen movie called "Can't Hardly Wait" with Jennifer Love Hewitt and almost every other teen actor who was note-worthy in the late nineties. He was in the "Scorpion King" with Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and guest-starred on the critically acclaimed HBO series "Six Feet Under." The cutting edge drama series he starred in on FOX called "Fastlane" proved to be a little too edgy for the network and they cancelled it prematurely after only one season.
Peter almost missed the chance to create an iconic character and be a part of a film franchise that would further fuel a world-wide obsession with a little "family" named "Cullen." "My agents called me," he begins when asked how he first heard about "Twilight." "They said, 'There's a movie being made called "Twilight." It's a vampire movie. Do you want to go up for it?' and I said, 'no.' I just thought, 'Vampire movie?' The first thing that came to mind was blood and gore and some kind of zombie, B, vampire movie. They said, 'No, it's based on a book which has got a nice following and Catherine Hardwick's directing it.' I said, "Well, I love Catherine Hardwick's work so I'd love to meet her." And they said, 'Well, your meeting is tomorrow.' I said, 'okay.' There was no script so they sent me the book. I started reading it at 5:00PM. I read it straight through till 2AM in the morning. I couldn't put it down. Fell in love with the book. Fell in love with the character. I went in and auditioned. I had one scene. I read with Catherine and I got the part."
The "part" is that of "Dr. Carlisle Cullen," the father-figure to five young vampires, in the movie version of "Twilight" and its sequel "New Moon." He is currently filming the third installment of the saga called "Eclipse" and Summit Entertainment has just greenlit pre-production on the last book of the series titled "Breaking Dawn." That book is rumored to be split in to two films which would have Peter playing "Carlisle" in five films. The character is a kind-hearted vampire who has long ago given up feeding on human blood and substitutes animal's blood to sustain himself. He and his family live in regular communities with mere mortals where he works as a doctor. When his son "Edward" falls in love with an average, teenager named "Bella" the family's secret is compromised.
The great people at Screenlife wanted to be sure that Twilight fans knew their trivia, so they have created a "Twilight Scene It?" game!
Game night takes on a whole new meaning now that you can challenge your friends in a battle of knowledge to see who is the biggest Twilight fan. This fun, interactive DVD game also includes bonus features like the quiz "Which Cullen Are You?" and downloadable content to help you plan the perfect Twilight party!
To purchase:
Check at most retail outlets where games are sold or order on-line:
Twilight: Scene it?
What We Know About the Music...
Music was a huge part of the Twilight movie with the original soundtrack selling over 2 million copies in the US alone. Bands like Paramore and Muse developed instant cult followings from the "Twilight" fan base. Hundreds of musicians vied for coveted spots on the sequel's soundtrack, hoping for the same kind of instant fame.
Fourteen new acts made the cut, as did repeat band, the Muse. Now fans will be able to relive their favorite scenes without actually watching the film! All they have to do is pop in the soundtrack, and the music transports them right back to the story unfolding.
The first single from the soundtrack Death Cab for Cutie's "Meet Me On the Equinox," is already experiencing chart success. The video, which features clips from "New Moon," can be seen in rotation on MTV or at MTV.com
"The Twilight Saga: New Moon" Soundtrack will be released from ChopShop/Atlantic on October 16. Below is a track-list for your review. Be sure to pick up a copy at most places where music is sold or order the
New Moon Soundtrack here or via
Itunes.com!!!
"NEW MOON-ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK"
TRACK LIST
1. Death Cab for Cutie-"Meet Me On the Equinox"
2. Band of Skulls-"Friends"
3. Thom Yorke-"Hearing Damage"
4. Lykke Li-"Possibility"
5. The Killers-"A White Demon Love Song"
6. Anya Marina-"Satellite Heart"
7. Muse-"I Belong To You (New Moon Remix)"
8. Bon Iver & St. Vincent-"Roslyn"
9. Black Rebel Motorcycle Club-"Done All Wrong"
10. Hurricane Bells-"Monsters"
11. Sea Wolf-"The Violet Hour"
12. OK Go-"Shooting the Moon"
13. Grizzly Bear (with Victoria Legrand)-"Slow Life"
14. Editors-"No Sound But the Wind"
15. Alexandre Desplat-"New Moon (The Meadow)"
Photos of the Cast Out and About
Rob Pattinson couldn't believe the difference a year makes. In 2008, he was a relative unknown whose biggest claim to fame was appearing in a "Harry Potter" movie. A little movie called "Twilight" raised Hollywood's awareness so much, Rob was asked to be a presenter at the 2009 Academy Awards, held on February 22.
The actor jumped at the chance to attend Hollywood's prestigious ceremony and ended up presenting a montage on romance with "Mamma Mia" actress Amanda Seyfreid. How fitting.
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The cast celebrated 5 wins at the MTV Movie Awards, held on May 31 in Los Angeles.
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It's no surprise that "Twilight" would do well at the fan-voted "Teen Choice Awards," taped on August 9 and airing the next night. Twilight won 11 awards including a surf board for Rob for "Choice Male Hottie."
To keep an eye out for when voting for New Moon begins... visit TeenChoiceAwards.com
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Kristen, Taylor and Rob gave VMA watchers a sneak peak at "New Moon."
Photo provided and copyrighted by: MTV
Taylor Launter stopped by Spike TV's "Scream Awards" to pick up the "Breakthrough Performance" Award and debut new footage from "New Moon."
Borders(R) Presents 'New Moon Live' - a Live, Global Webcast Featuring Top Twilight/New Moon Fansites on Sunday, Nov. 15 from Los Angeles
Borders Westwood store in Los Angeles to host event on eve of "New Moon" premiere; fans everywhere to participate via Facebook Live Stream Box
Borders will host and present a live video Webcast featuring the Web's top Twilight and New Moon fansites from the Borders Westwood store in Los Angeles on Sunday, Nov. 15 at 2 p.m. PST, 5 p.m. EST.
The event will be streamed live at www.BordersMedia.com/NewMoonLive.
The live Webcast event at Borders will take place on the afternoon before the exciting world premiere of "The Twilight Saga: New Moon" Nov. 16 at The Village and Bruin Theatres in Los Angeles, just a few blocks from the Borders Westwood store.
Additional special guests are still to be announced, but at this time, confirmed participants in the live, global fan event include: Twilight Series Theories (www.twilightseriestheories.com), Twilight Lexicon (www.twilightlexicon.com), Twilight Source (www.twilightsource.com), Twilight Facebook (www.facebook.com/twilight), His Golden Eyes (www.hisgoldeneyes.com), Twilighters Anonymous (www.twilightersanonymous.com), and Twilight Moms (www.twilightmoms.com).
The live Webcast event, scheduled to run for approximately 90 minutes, will also provide viewers all around the world with an interactive way to participate using Facebook Live Stream Box. The feature enables Facebook users to connect, share, and post updates in real-time as they watch the event online. Viewers who are not Facebook users can still see all comments posted from other Facebook users during event. The event will also be available as a podcast at many of the participating sites.
Borders has hosted a number of previous podcast events with these and other Web sites in the Twilight Saga community, most recently in July at the Borders San Diego store as part of Comic-Con 2009.
Dateline: November 3, 2009
Photos Provided by: Toys "R" Us
Toys"R"Us Has Been Bitten, Transforming Into THE Twilight Saga Destination
Toys"R"Us Offers In-Store and Online Dedicated Boutiques, Exclusive Products and a Star-Studded Event
As moviegoers prepare for the highly anticipated November 20 release of Summit Entertainment's The Twilight Saga: New Moon, today Toys"R"Us announced that its stores will serve as go-to destinations for devoted fans and curious newcomers to find the latest Twilight Saga-inspired products. Passionate, riveting, and full of surprising twists and turns, this ongoing vampire love story, well on its way to literary immortality and another box office sensation, has translated into highly coveted merchandise. Everything from t-shirts emblazoned with images of Edward and Bella to movie posters can be found in dedicated boutiques in Toys"R"Us stores nationwide and online at Toysrus.com/NewMoon.
"At Toys"R"Us, we're committed to providing kids - and kids at heart - with the products they crave most. In anticipation of the upcoming theatrical debut of The Twilight Saga: New Moon, we're offering customers a wide assortment of Twilight Saga merchandise in special, dedicated shops," said Karen Dodge, Chief Merchandising Officer, Toys"R"Us, U.S. "We are proud to bring one of the defining properties of the year to our stores with terrific products, including many items that can only be found at Toys"R"Us, and we expect reactions to be 'other-worldly.'"
Toysrus.com Counts Down the Moons and Minutes to The Twilight Saga: New Moon's Nationwide Debut
People across the country - and around the world - are counting down to 12:01am on November 20 when The Twilight Saga: New Moon debuts in movie theaters nationwide. They no longer need to mark their calendars; instead, Toysrus.com/NewMoon can serve as their countdown destination. For those eager to purchase movie-inspired merchandise, The Twilight Saga virtual store is open at Toysrus.com/NewMoon, providing exciting features, such as downloadable wallpaper options and a Toys"R"Us-exclusive cut of The Twilight Saga: New Moon trailer.
Additionally, from November 5 through November 25, participants have the unbelievable chance to win a one-of-a-kind Grand Prize from the production of The Twilight Saga: New Moon or one of several exciting prizes - some of which are signed by talent from the film - by entering the "Toys"R"Us Ultimate New Moon Sweepstakes" online at Toysrus.com/NewMoonSweeps. Only one entry per person is permitted for the duration of the sweepstakes. Winners will receive one of seven prizes, including the Grand Prize of two robes worn during a Volturi scene from The Twilight Saga: New Moon, a The Twilight Saga: New Moon poster signed by talent from the film, a copy of The Twilight Saga: New Moon movie script signed by talent from the film, a Barbie Collector® - Twilight Edward Doll by Mattel, a Barbie Collector® - Twilight Bella Doll by Mattel, a Twilight Collector Edward Cullen Doll by Tonner Doll Company, and a Twilight Collector Bella Swan Doll by Tonner Doll Company. Full sweepstakes details can be found at Toysrus.com/NewMoonSweeps.
Toys"R"Us Times Square Transforms Into All Things Twilight
Attention Twi-Lovers! On Thursday, November 19, just one day before the release of The Twilight Saga: New Moon, Toys"R"Us Times Square will transform into the ultimate destination for all things Twilight. Guests will have the opportunity to take their photo against a backdrop featuring characters from the movie and participate in a trivia quiz for a chance to show off their knowledge of The Twilight Saga. The flagship store's Twilight Saga boutique will feature a special selection of apparel from Hot Topic in addition to the wide assortment of movie-inspired merchandise available in Toys"R"Us stores nationwide. The feature shop will also display real props and scenery from The Twilight Saga: New Moon set, including the distinguished thrones from the Volturi Lair and Bella and Jacob's motorcycles!
Beginning Saturday, November 7 at 7am, the first 500 guests who purchase $50 worth of Twilight Saga products at Toys"R"Us Times Square will receive a ticket to a VIP autograph signing, scheduled to feature Nikki Reed (Rosalie) and Kellan Lutz (Emmett). Only 500 tickets will be available, on a first come, first served basis, to attend the VIP autograph signing at 4pm on Thursday, November 19 at Toys"R"Us Times Square! Limit one ticket per person and one autograph per cast member at the signing. Additional rules apply.*
Additionally, beginning Saturday, November 14, the first 325 guests who purchase $65 worth of Twilight Saga products at Toys"R"Us Times Square will receive one ticket valid for entry for two people to attend an exclusive advance screening of The Twilight Saga: New Moon on November 19. Tickets for this unique opportunity are available only to the first 325 guests on a first come, first served basis. Additional rules apply.*
Twilight Products as Enticing as Edward Cullen's Amber Eyes
Twilight-inspired action figures, games, books, gift packs and accessories - even a special re-release of the Twilight DVD - are now available at Toys"R"Us stores nationwide, located in eye-catching boutiques, featuring graphics and scenes from The Twilight Saga: New Moon.
Following is a sampling of Twilight Saga products available at Toys"R"Us stores and online:
New Moon Lifestyle [Edward] Gift Set from NECA® - Available Exclusively at Toys"R"Us
Show support for Team Edward with the New Moon lifestyle pack, which comes in a conveniently translucent carry case, allowing fans to show off the included decorative throw pillow featuring a photo of Edward with a quote from the film, a matching fleece throw, and a cool cotton canvas tote featuring the Cullen Crest and New Moon movie logo.
New Moon Figure 2-Packs from NECA® - Available Exclusively at Toys"R"Us
Collectors and Twilighters alike will find it difficult to choose between the Edward and Alice Cullen Set or Bella and Jacob Wolf Pack of figures. Both special-edition 2-packs contain highly detailed and photo-realistic sculptures of the characters, which are fully poseable and stand 7-inches tall. Exclusive 5" x 8" posters are also included with each 2-pack.
The Twilight Saga Book Collection
The literary series that started it all can be found at Toys"R"Us, allowing fans to enjoy the supernatural magic of The Twilight Saga while awaiting the big screen debut on November 20. All four original books are available, as well as new versions of Twilight and New Moon that come with updated covers featuring stars of the film and exclusive posters. Twi-Lovers will also find a variety of books dedicated to actors Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart and Taylor Lautner.
Twilight DVD Single with Movie Cash and Blu-Ray Edition
Devout fans can relive the excitement of the saga's first installment with the re-release of Twilight on DVD and Blu-Ray. By purchasing the Twilight DVD single, those eager to see newest theatrical addition to The Twilight Saga will receive up to $7.50 in movie cash to use toward the purchase of The Twilight Saga: New Moon tickets, accepted at participating theaters nationwide.
* Toys"R"Us Times Square EVENT RULES: Guests must bring their qualifying receipts to Personal Shopping on Level Three of Toys"R"Us Times Square to receive their ticket the day the required purchase is made; tickets cannot be applied to prior purchases and are not transferable. Also, guests must be present in Toys"R"Us Times Square to purchase the merchandise and receive a ticket. No orders will be accepted by phone. The Twilight Saga: New Moon is rated PG-13, therefore, children under the age of 13 will not be admitted to the movie screening without adult supervision.
Dateline: October 27, 2009
Borders(R) Unveils Huge 'New Moon' Collection Including Exclusive T-Shirts, Hoodie, Pajamas, Jewelry and More
Borders® has something for every "Twilight" fan in its "New Moon" collection, now in stores and online at Borders.com. Inspired by the upcoming feature film "The Twilight Saga: New Moon," items range from exclusive T-shirts and pajamas for passionate fans who want to proudly show their allegiance to "Team Edward" (or "Team Jacob") to necklaces and bracelets for those who want a subtle yet powerful reminder of the captivating love story--and everything in between! Importantly, each item is value priced so fans know that when they are purchasing a "New Moon" or "Twilight"-themed product from Borders, they're getting a high-quality item at a great price.
The following is an overview of some of the many items in Borders' "New Moon" and "Twilight" collections:
For the fashionista fan
Borders is offering four exclusive "New Moon" T-shirts. The "love trio" T-shirt features images of Bella, Jacob and Edward on a rich brown background. Also available are shirts that include individual images of Edward and Jacob, both of which are available in black. The favorite among Borders' staff is a silky thin T-shirt -- perfect for layering -- that depicts the "Wolf Pack" tattoo Jacob sports in the movie, superimposed on a background that cascades in color from gold to chocolate brown. There's also a knit "Wolf Pack" tattoo hoodie just right for cool nights and temperate days. And, for "Twilight"-inspired dreams, there's the "Wolf Pack" tattoo pajamas in soft 100 percent cotton. Both the hoodie and the pajamas are also Borders exclusives.
For moms who love "Twilight" as much as their daughters
Borders knows that there are many moms who love the "Twilight" Saga as much as their daughters, so the retailer offers a number of pieces of jewelry with a high cool factor that moms and daughters alike can share and trade. Fans can choose from dangly earrings inspired by Jacob's Quileute Tribe, a turquoise necklace and turquoise bracelet -- the latter, a replica of the one worn by Alice in "The Twilight Saga: New Moon." For those who can't choose between Edward and Jacob there's a charm bracelet which includes "E" (for Edward) and "J" (for Jacob) charms as well as other symbols emblematic of their characters.
For fans who love utility -- with a "Twilight" twist
Borders is carrying a variety of bags to help "Twilight" fans get to all of their destinations in style. Options include a black canvas tote bag featuring the "love trio" image, a reversible hobo bag, as well as a heavy duty Edward messenger bag in the "New Moon" colors.
Something for everyone else...
In addition to these many items, Borders also carries an exclusive "love trio" poster, exclusive wall scrolls in a variety of designs, as well as bookmarks, magnets, journals and more. For additional information and to order select items online, visit the Borders Twilight Shop at www.borders.com/twilightshop.
Dateline: October 23, 2009
Nordstrom and Summit Entertainment Offer Twilight Fans the Chance to Meet Cast Members From The Twilight Saga: New Moon
THE TWILIGHT SAGA: NEW MOON in Theaters November 20, 2009
On October 31, Nordstrom and Summit Entertainment invite Twilight fans to take advantage of a special opportunity to meet select cast members of The Twilight Saga: New Moon at select Nordstrom stores. The cast appearances are being held to celebrate the highly-anticipated November 20 release of the second movie in Summit's Twilight film saga. Nordstrom launched an exclusive clothing and jewelry collection inspired by the mood and spirit of the film in early October.
Customers can visit nordstrom.com/newmoon for more details about how to acquire VIP access on Saturday, October 31, at 8:00 a.m., to be one of 75 customers to meet the cast.
The Twilight Saga: New Moon cast members will visit the following Nordstrom stores:
November 5- Topanga (Canoga Park, CA)**
November 8- Park Meadows (Lone Tree, CO)*
November 9- Natick Collection (Natick, MA)*
November 10- The Galleria (Houston, TX)*
November 11- Mall of America (Bloomington, MN)*
November 11- Cherry Hill Mall (Philadelphia, PA)*
November 11- Stonestown Galleria (San Francisco, CA)*
November 12- Perimeter Mall (Atlanta, GA)
November 12- Southcenter (Tukwila, WA)*
November 13- Aventura Mall (Aventura, FL)
November 13- Scottsdale Fashion Square (Phoenix, AZ)*
November 14- Fashion Place (Murray, UT)*
* These malls will also host a talent question and answer forum in the mall which will be open to the public.
** 125 customer VIP packets will be available for the Topanga event only. The mall will not host a talent question and answer forum.
The BP. department at select Nordstrom stores will also offer customers advanced movie screening passes as gifts with purchase (see nordstrom.com/newmoon for participating stores and details), and will host in-store styling parties on November 14 and 15. Customers can visit nordstrom.com/newmoon to learn what events are taking place at their nearest Nordstrom store and sign-up for email alerts.
The Twilight Saga: New Moon directed by Chris Weitz and starring Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner will be released November 20, 2009. In the film, the romance between mortal and vampire soars to a new level as Bella Swan (Stewart) delves deeper into the mysteries of the supernatural world she yearns to become part of--only to find herself in greater peril than ever before. Following Edward Cullen's (Pattinson) departure from Forks, Wash., Bella discovers his image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. In time Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob Black (Lautner) who has a supernatural secret of his own.
The action-packed, modern day vampire love story Twilight, the first film in the series, was released in theatres on November 21, 2008 to a blockbuster reception. The third film in the franchise, The Twilight Saga: Eclipse is due in theaters on June 30, 2010.
New Moon Cast Descends on Nashville in November
Jackson Rathbone hosts music festival with friends and fans
As if it wasn't enough to have the biggest movie of the year hitting theaters next month, Jackson Rathbone is adding a music festival to his to-do list. Rathbone, star of New Moon (the second installment in the Twilight series), and some of his fellow cast members will be hosting the NewCon Festival in Nashville, Tennessee, November 6-8.
Jackson's band, 100 Monkeys, will be headlining the festival, which aims to inspire people to get more involved in the arts. The weekend includes Twilight- and New Moon-inspired art competitions as well as poetry and fan fiction contests. 100 Monkeys will also be part of an open jam session on Saturday, November 7. Anyone attending the festival can bring their instrument to jam with the band for two hours. The band will pick one lucky fan to join them on stage Saturday night during their concert at The Wildhorse in downtown Nashville.
"We wanted to do something different that inspires people to be creative," said Rathbone. "NewCon offers all kinds opportunities for people - whether they're writers, musicians, or artists - to share their talents in an interactive way that's fun."
Award winning artist Kelly Garrett Rathbone (Jackson's sister), will be one of the judges at the art competition and a panelist during Q&A sessions over the weekend. She currently has pieces on exhibit in galleries nationwide. The winners of the writing and art contests will get a private meet & greet with all attending New Moon cast members and have their winning pieces signed by them, as well.
100 Monkeys will also host a t-shirt design contest during the festival. The winning shirt will get printed as a limited edition and sold on the band's website, with all of the money going to the Spencer Bell Legacy Project. Spencer was a dear friend of Jackson and his bandmates who lost his battle with adrenal cancer in 2006. For more information, visit www.SpencerBellMemorial.com.
The weekend, hosted at the Renaissance Hotel & Convention Center, promises to be anything but ordinary. To make sure everyone has time to fully enjoy the festival, there are only 400 tickets available. More cast members and bands will be announced every week leading up to the event. For more information about the festival, visit www.NewCon2009.com.
For more information about Jackson Rathbone and his band 100 Monkeys, visit www.100MonkeysMusic.com.
Dateline: October 20, 2009
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The Twilight Saga: New Moon Skins for Electronic Devices, Only at Skinit.com
Don't Be Left in the Dark, Show your Twilight Flair with Exclusive Skinit Designs
Skinit, Inc., the industry leader in on-demand personalization technology, today announced its exclusive The Twilight Saga: New Moon Skinit designs for electronic devices and WallSkins in advance of Summit Entertainment's second film in the Twilight Saga. (In theatres November 20, 2009.)
In anticipation of The Twilight Saga: New Moon's arrival in the theatre, serious Twilight fans can choose their favorite design from an assortment of exclusive New Moon designs for over 3,000 compatible devices - everything from phones, laptops and MP3 players, to gaming consoles and more. Device skins designs include Edward, Jacob, Bella, Alice, the Cullen crest and Volturi crest.
All Skinit New Moon device skins are made of high quality, durable 3M vinyl for easy application and no-hassle, residue-free removal. The skins are a perfect fit for any device and also provide protection from scratches and everyday wear.
New Moon device skins prices start at $9.99.
Perhaps your love for Edward is bigger than your MP3 player surface? Skinit.com is also the place to obtain New Moon characters as life-size cutouts for your walls. Edward, Bella, and Jacob New Moon WallSkins are now available for purchase.
The photo-quality life-sized wall graphics can be applied to walls in any fan's room. Made from high-quality 3M materials and a patented adhesive for easy application they can be applied to walls, windows or doors. Skinit WallSkins allow New Moon fans to truly dedicate any space to their passion for the popular Twilight series.
In addition to Skinit.com, The Twilight Saga: New Moon skins are now available in over 3000 retail stores nationwide. Visit a fye, Sam Goody, Hot Topic, Toys "R" Us or Borders store nearby and take a device skin device or WallSkins decal home with you.
WallSkins Pricing:
-- Small (15" x 50") - $59.99
-- Large (21" x 72") - $99.99
Dateline: October 15, 2009
The Twilight Saga: New Moon Exclusive Fashion Collection on Sale Today at Nordstrom Stores and nordstrom.com/newmoon
Summit Entertainment's The Twilight Saga: New Moon in Theaters November 20, 2009
Starting today, the BP. department at Nordstrom stores and nordstrom.com/newmoon will begin to sell its exclusive fashion collection in partnership with Summit Entertainment, Awake, Inc. and N.E.C.A. inspired by the highly-anticipated November 20 release of The Twilight Saga: New Moon, the second movie in Summit's Twilight film saga. Also starting today, while supplies last, select Nordstrom stores will offer customers advanced movie screening passes as gifts with purchase. The retailer is also holding an online sweepstakes for tickets to the movie's November 16 Los Angeles premiere, and will host in-store styling events in November.
Advanced Movie Screening Tickets Gift with Purchase
Beginning today, Nordstrom will give fans the opportunity to receive one movie pass to an advanced screening of The Twilight Saga: New Moon on the evening of November 19 when they purchase $50 or more in BP. merchandise (promotion excludes online purchases) at select Nordstrom stores (limit four passes per person; please see store for details; while supplies last). Participating stores include those within and surrounding the following markets: Atlanta; Baltimore; Boca Raton, Fla.; Boston; Chicago; Dallas; Denver; Los Angeles; Miami; Orange County, Calif.; Paramus, N. J.; Portland, Ore.; Sacramento; Salt Lake City; San Diego; San Francisco; Scottsdale, Ariz.; Seattle; and Washington, D.C.
Online Movie Premiere Sweepstakes
Customers can enter an online sweepstakes at nordstrom.com/newmoon through November 2 to win two tickets to The Twilight Saga: New Moon movie premiere on November 16 in Los Angeles (no purchase necessary to enter; please see above website for details). The winner will be notified on or about November 5 and will receive roundtrip airfare for two, two-night hotel accommodations, car transportation, premiere get-ready styling party hosted by the BP. team at Nordstrom at The Grove (includes swag bag), and two tickets to the movie premiere.
Twilight Takeover Styling Events
Nordstrom stores will host Twilight Takeover Parties in the BP. department on November 14 and 15 (depending on the participating store) where fans can work with stylists to create looks from the exclusive collection. Customers can visit nordstrom.com/newmoon to learn what events are taking place at their nearest Nordstrom store and sign-up for email alerts.
Created by Awake, Inc. for Nordstrom, The Twilight Saga: New Moon fashion-focused apparel collection includes T-shirts, tanks, hoodies, dresses and jackets that reflect the mood and spirit of the film. Prices range from $30 for a T-shirt to $48 for a jacket. The collection of silver and gold-plated fashion jewelry created by N.E.C.A. for Nordstrom includes necklaces, bracelets, earrings and key chains.
The Twilight film saga stars Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson and tells the story of 17-year-old Bella Swan who moves to the small town of Forks, Wash. to live with her father, and becomes drawn to Edward Cullen, a pale, mysterious classmate who seems determined to push her away. But neither can deny the attraction that pulls them together...even when Edward confides that he and his family are vampires. The action-packed, modern day vampire love story Twilight, the first film in the saga, was released in theatres on November 21, 2008 to a blockbuster reception. The second installment of the film franchise, The Twilight Saga: New Moon starring Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner, will be released November 20, 2009. The third film in the franchise, The Twilight Saga: Eclipse is due in theaters on June 30, 2010.
Dateline: October 12, 2009
It's Official! 'The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn' Gets The Green Light!
"The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn" production has been greenlit by Summit Entertainment and publisher Alan Baltes has the latest information.
The fourth saga in the Twilight Series is going back to it's roots and will be filmed in Portland, Oregon. The original Twilight film was shot there. In addition, a new production company, Sunswept Entertainment, has been brought on board for Breaking Dawn. Sunswept Entertainment was created by Karen Rosenfelt, who is the daughter of former MGM Chairman & CEO Frank Edward Rosenfelt. Karen Rosenfelt served as Producer on both "Twilight" and on "The Twilight Saga: Eclipse". She did not work on "New Moon", but is producing "Breaking Dawn" through her Sunswept Entertainment banner.
There will likely be quite a bit of tweaking to the fourth novel in the series due to the explicit sex and birth scenes to avoid an R rating. Inside sources confirm that Breaking Dawn may be filmed and released in two parts - "The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part I", and "Part II". Although this has not been confirmed officially by Summit, author Stephenie Meyer has stated, "It would have to be made into multiple movies because it's hard to imagine it fitting into ninety minutes".
Fans can expect a massive talent search for the role of Renesmee Cullen, the half-vampire, half-human daughter of Edward Cullen and Bella Swan, just as there was for the roles of Seth and Leah Clearwater in "Eclipse".
David Slade is directing "The Twilight Saga: Eclipse", but it is unknown if he will also direct any of the Breaking Dawn films. "Breaking Dawn: Part I" should start shooting in September 2010, with a release scheduled for 2011.
For casting calls and auditions information, actors and background extras can visit the following website:
The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Auditions and Casting Calls
Scene It?(R) Twilight(TM) to Debut Worldwide on Multiple Platforms
Fans of the Hugely Popular Summit Entertainment Film Can Now Quench Their Thirst for TWILIGHT Trivia Through a Variety of Game Experiences
Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. and Screenlife today announced the availability of the long-awaited Scene It? Twilight(TM) game, the latest member of the Scene It? family of entertainment trivia games. Scene It? Twilight(TM) will be available in formats including the ever-popular Scene It? DVD boardgame, on-shelves this October, as well as on Wii(TM) this Fall. The Scene It? Twilight(TM) game will arrive just before the next installment in Summit Entertainment's TWILIGHT film, THE TWILIGHT SAGA: NEW MOON, debuts in theaters on November 20, 2009.
"Scene It? Twilight is the game that fans of the TWILIGHT film have been asking for," said Barry Watts, Chief Executive Officer at Screenlife. "The overwhelming popularity of all things TWILIGHT has created such a huge demand, that we've collaborated with Summit Entertainment and Konami to offer fans the opportunity to enjoy the TWILIGHT experience in a variety of formats; as single or multi players on a console or in an interactive setting as a party DVD boardgame."
Up first for TWILIGHT fans is Scene It? Twilight Deluxe Edition, the immersive DVD trivia boardgame filled with exciting new features including:
-- TWILIGHT content: On-screen puzzles, movie clips, sound bytes, music
and trivia questions pulled directly from the very successful first
TWILIGHT film.
-- All-new puzzle types: Puzzles including "Alice's Vision" and "Locker
Picks," sure to satisfy both Team Edward and Team Jacob fans around
the world.
-- Bonus features and activities: Bonus activities like "Which Cullen are
You?", and an exclusive downloadable bonus feature for hardcore fans,
which provides all the planning elements for hosting the ideal
TWILIGHT-themed party.
A few weeks later, for the first time on Wii, fans will put their knowledge to the test to determine who will be the ultimate TWILIGHT expert. Scene It? Twilight will challenge Wii players' powers of observation, memory and puzzle solving, as it transports them to Forks, WA and creates an interactive multiplayer trivia experience brought together seamlessly on Wii. Fans can learn more about Bella Swan, TWILIGHT's heroine or test their memories on Edward Cullen, the dark and unlikely love of Bella's life.
Scene It? Twilight for Wii features will include:
-- Rich-media trivia content: Over 500 multiple choice questions based
on movie clips, music and audio from the TWILIGHT movie.
-- New user interface: The new Scene It? Twilight Wii version presents a
new look and feel, giving fans a great reason to play both the Wii and
the DVD boardgame versions.
-- Motion functionality: Use your Wii Remote to buzz in and beat your
opponent!
-- New gameplay modes: Single and multi-player modes and new scoring
systems keep the game close, exciting and challenging enough to please
all TWILIGHT fans.
"Konami is always looking to engage people in new means of interactive gaming experiences. The TWILIGHT film has an incredibly popular following who crave content and new media well after the movies are no longer in theaters," said Kazumi Kitaue, Chairman and President of Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. "With extensive content from the film, Scene It? Twilight will bring life to the excitement and energy surrounding the popular film in an all-new way."
"Konami's partnering with Summit and Screenlife creates a union of three great and dynamic brands," added Careen Yapp, Vice President of Licensing and Business Development of Konami Digital Entertainment Inc. "Scene It? Twilight is the perfect expansion of the TWILIGHT film, as it will be the first time fans will be able to directly interact and challenge each other within the TWILIGHT universe on Wii."
Scene It? Twilight players will be completely submerged into the TWILIGHT universe as they interact with some of the most iconic locations, characters and scenes from the first film. Fans will put their knowledge to the test to determine who the ultimate TWILIGHT expert is!
Scene It? Twilight Deluxe Edition DVD Boardgame Includes:
-- Game DVD with Party Play Feature
-- Flextime Game Board
-- 4 Collectible Metal Tokens
-- 100 Trivia Cards
-- 16 Fate Cards
-- 1 Six-Sided Die
-- 1 Eight-Sided Die
-- Instruction Sheet
The Scene It? Twilight DVD Boardgame MSRP is $29.99, is for 2 or more players ages 14 and up, and will be available at major retailers nationwide.
Scene It? Twilight for Wii is planned for release in Fall 2009. Scene It? Twilight for the Nintendo DS will be available early 2010. For more information on the video game, please visit: www.konami.com
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