My Own Personal Edward Anthem

Hi All! Happy Saturday! One day closer to the New Moon premiere!

The images of Edward I added yesterday from the Italy New Moon set has inspired me to attach a personal anthem to the mystique and rampant sexiness that is (Rob's) Edward. The new photos have immortalized Rob as Edward. There can be no doubt in any one's mind, including the most stoic of non conformers, that Rob is the personification of Edward Cullen.

Thank you, Chris Weitz for taking the inspired, unpolished vision of Catherine Hardwicke and shaping it into perfect truth.

The boyish image of Edward that was so appropriate in Twilight has been hard edged into the dangerously angelic visage of New Moon. The changes are minuscule but unmistakable. I can see this man in the set photos as becomingly lethal. The draw of his beauty is palpable, even if in your mind you know it may be deadly. I can see this Edward as the angel and the devil. I could imagine relishing the coming of death just to experience the thrill of his touch. Now, that's power.

When I saw the picture above, one song came to mind and I attach it as my own personal Edward anthem. Below please find the video footage and lyrics for The Cure's Pornography, my Edward Cullen Anthem!



"Pornography"
THE CURE

A hand in my mouth
A life spills into the flowers
We all look so perfect
As we all fall down
In an electric glare
The old man cracks with age
She found his last picture
In the ashes of the fire
An image of the queen
Echoes round the sweating bed
Sour yellow sounds inside my head
In books
And films
And in life
And in heaven
The sound of slaughter
As your body turns

But it's too late
But it's too late

One more day like today and I'll kill you
A desire for flesh
And real blood
I'll watch you drown in the shower
Pushing my life through your open eyes

I must fight this sickness
Find a cure
I must fight this sickness

FINALLY - New Moon Set Photos!

Hi fellow Twilighters! I'm ecstatic to be bringing you new movie photos of Edward and Bella in Italy during shooting of the clock tower scene.

I'm almost speechless. I cannot comprehend how beautiful Rob is in these photos. He looks like the cover model for Vampire GQ. He's breaking my heart already. I can't anticipate this movie more!!

...Jacob who?

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that's it... take it off...

nice pants...

2 words for you: 'treasure trail'

run bella, run!


Come here, you sparkly stud-muffin!


banzai!


lucky girl

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is it just me or does it look like
Rob's channeling a Greek God here?

New Moon Official Trailer Premiere - MTV Movie Awards

This Sunday at 9 pm the MTV Movie Awards will air on MTV. I'm not sure exactly what time the trailer will premiere but sometime after 9 pm and before 10:45 pm. AND it will be introduced by the cast of New Moon. So, try not to miss that Twilighters!

I'm not a big fan of movie award shows but I was already toying with the idea of watching this one because it's being hosted by the effervescent Andy Samberg (I'm in love with Andy and his The Lonely Island cohorts Akiva Schaffer and Jorma Taccone). After reading that the cast of New Moon will premiere the New Moon trailer, it's a done deal. I'm going to have to watch now.

If you happen to miss the awards show, the New Moon trailer will air online at 10:45 pm Sunday night. Watch it in HD on myspace here. Or come on back to this blog to view it! The 'Count Down to New Moon' app on this blog's sidebar will simultaneously air the trailer.

It's coming Twilighters, slowly but surely!

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Whew! Madonna Rumor Proven False

Let us all take a deep sigh of relief. The nasty rumor circulating around the 'net is completely false. I don't know if you heard it or not, but there was talk of Madonna appearing in New Moon.

Now, don't get me wrong, I've listened to Madonna's music over the years and I recognize her as a marketing force of nature. That being said, I wouldn't want her to stink up New Moon. Because acting and singing are two completely different animals. And while her animal spirit for singing might be an uncaged Lioness, her acting animal spirit would be the equivalent of a garden slug.

Forgive me. But you know it's true. It seems like people in general get star struck and forget the facts. Anyone remember Swept Away? How about Body of Evidence? You know as well as I do that casting Madonna is a sure fire way to ensure that a little part of New Moon sucks.

Let me say that if she were to do a song or two for the soundtrack, I'd be 100% behind that. You go, Material Girl!

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New Moon Wallpaper

Hi Twilighters!

I've entered the realm of wallpaper designer. I've wanted to tinker with doing this for a while but have never had time. I've created a preliminary New Moon wallpaper. Please download it or share it! There's 3 sizes to choose from.

Let me know what you think. I'll be posting more as I have time.


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Two Good Entertainment Weekly Pictorials

Click here to view 26 new pictures from the set of New Moon. Look for the picture of Jasper (Jackson Rathbone) flashing his killer smile!

Click here for exclusive photos and on-the-set scoop! Beware the awesome pic of a kiss between Edward and Bella.

Launch of Official New Moon Website!

Here's a link to the official movie site for New Moon!

I love the earth tones associated with this movie as shown in related posters and desktop backgrounds.

So go to the site and download the desktop wallpaper. It looks awesome! And also, grab the movie poster bitmap. It's huge and just looks stunning and crystal clear. Print it out and hang it on your wall!

Click here for the New Moon site link

You might want to check back to the site often as there are links on the site that say 'coming soon'. They'll be posting more and more goodies as the release date approaches..

URLs (both go to the same page):
http://www.newmoonthemovie.com
http://www.twilightthemovie.com

DreamWorks to Remake Fright Night

I know this has pretty much nothing to do with the Twilight Saga except for the fact that Fright Night is a vampire movie too.

As a matter of fact, Fright Night is one damn fine vampire movie. It's smart, it's funny and unlike anything that Twilight will serve up, it's briefly scary as hell. Chris Sarandon (yes, ex-hubby of Susan Sarandon) was the epitome of a virile, hunting vampire. As the vampire Jerry Dandrige he was sexy, alluring and frightening. And Charlie Brewster (William Ragsdale), the delightful protagonist, is as light and dismissible as his name suggests. He's just a regular horny teenager whose only preoccupations are the horror movies playing on the late night TV show 'Fright Night' hosted by a perfectly cowardly Peter Vincent (Roddy McDowell) and getting into his girlfriend Amy's pants (Amanda Bearse). Until he gets it into his mind that the neighbor who just moved in is a vampire.

If you haven't seen Fright Night, for Heaven's sake, go rent it. You obviously have some minor infatuation with vampires since you're reading a Twilight blog. I promise, you won't be disappointed. I consider Fright Night one of the all time best vampire movies ever made. Of course, I really appreciate the creepiness interspersed with comedy. Actually I should say the comedy interspersed with creepiness. And if you are feeling especially daring, rent Fright Night II while you're at it. It's just as good as the first one, and completely different. No rehashing there! Maybe you'll become a fan.

Now, the reason I've brought this up is because DreamWorks Entertainment has taken it upon themselves to remake Fright Night (story here). I'm perturbed by this. It annoys me that production companies are taking perfectly good movies, gnashing them up and regurging them just to turn a profit.

Occasionally remakes excite me because I can visualize how a revamping (no pun) would bring something new to them. But that's not the case with Fright Night. It's perfect the way it is. There's no elaborate CGI involved of course. It was made way before all that (1985). But the hard work put into the special effects are evident, a very good job for the times. And it fits seamlessly with the spirit of the movie. The acting is superb, no need for improvement there. That leaves me wondering if DreamWorks is trying to cash in on the increasing popularity of the vampire flick.

Chris Sarandon as Jerry Dandrige


You may not realize this, but there is now and always will be an undercurrent of vampire fanaticism going on in one form or another. Whether it's through literature, movies, music, folk lore enthusiasts or role players (Vampire: The Masquerade), vampires aren't going anywhere. But right now, thanks to Anne Rice, Stephenie Meyer, Charlaine Harris, Laurell K. Hamilton and a host of other vampire novelist, the popularity of the romantic vampire is cresting. This popularity will wane, probably all too soon for those of us who just love the vampire for the creature that he is, in any form.

For that reason alone, I can't totally oppose the remaking of Fright Night. All though in my mind Fright Night will always stand as a testament to what a well made vamp flick can be, I will of course be one of the first freaks in line to see DreamWork's reboot. Because ultimately, as long as all these attempts keep the heat and focus on the ever addictive vampire and the horror genre in general, I'm down with that.

Related reading: Vampire Guide

New Moon the Movie: differs from the book?

Just read that there definitely will be at least a few detours from the book in New Moon the movie. So far, it's nothing to ruffle your feathers over. So, settle down Twilighters.

Life & Style magazine states that in New Moon, when Bella plays the dare devil to conjure up the sweet voice of beloved Edward, the actual image of Edward will appear. This of course allows for more Edward screen time. Which apparently Summit and Chris Weitz believe is the key to continued success in the movie adaptation of the saga. Maybe it's just me, but I would enjoy the movie even if Edward was a 'no show' for the whole middle of the movie. Not that I won't LOVE seeing him in phantom-ish visions throughout. But just like in the book, we all anguished over his absence, and it made his return all the sweeter.

Whatever though. Either way I'm stoked to see it.

New Moon Poster!!

Yay! Here's the real deal folks. Hopefully more to follow. In a very prophetic scene, you see the turmoil of what's to come.

I for one, can't wait.

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Rob Pattinson: New Dossier Journal Photo Shoot

Eat 'em up, girls. There's enough EYE CANDY here to go around!

Just make sure you're sitting down 'cause a couple of these could buckle your knees.

Photos Theo Wenner/"Dossier"

Wolverine Vibe:


World's loveliest mug shot?

LOVE this look, kinda channeling Sid Vicious (google it, 20-somethings!)


No comment.

~sigh~ Prone, just how I always imagined him...

Feels like a 12th grade yearbook photo
(of the HOT, quiet guy everyone secretly wanted)

Who I would like to have seen cast as Marcus

Hi all. I just watched one of my very favorite actresses Parker Posey in a movie called Broken English. It was superb, by the way. But the reason I mentioned it is the actor who played the leading man. His name is Melvil Poupaud and let me just say OMG!! H.O.T. He sort of has that Gerard Butler-ish thing going on. VERY manly. Yum, I'm in love :)

Melvil seems very charming also. He's a French actor that I've never seen before but I plan on renting some of his other movies now. My point is this: Melvil has a very dark, European mystery about him that would have been great if utilized in the cast of New Moon somehow. I'm thinking as maybe one of the Volturri.. I love the idea of Michael Sheen as Aros and the kid playing Caius, Jamie Campbell-Bower, immediately just seemed right. BUT, the guy cast as Marcus really didn't evoke any strong Volturri vibes. Of course this is useless speculation and mainly just a reason to share pictures of this dreamy French actor. ..But also to see what you think as well!

(Footnote: If you love Parker Posey as I do, or are curious about one of the best actresses working today, let me recommend a few gems for you to check out. Parker is talented, current, sweet and always relatable! Watch her in The Daytrippers, The Oh in Ohio, Party Girl and Clockwatchers).

Broken English Poster:


Melvil Poupaud as Julien in Broken English:


As Julien, looking forlorn and very sexy:


Parker Posey & Melvil Poupaud, palpable chemistry:

About that kiss...

Okay, I've been done with the saga for a while and I mull over favorite parts in my head from time to time. Invariably, my mind wanders back to the most erotic, innocent (YES, a kiss can be both. Actually if a kiss truly is one, it'll probably also be the other), engrossing, consuming gesture of pent up sexual frustration and hope ever. And that kiss is...

...the Jacob and Bella kiss in the mountains. (author waits as the incredulous murmur dies down). That's right, scoff if you like. But to me that kiss alone blows away any other kiss in the whole saga. It's more powerful than all the best Edward and Bella kisses put together. And believe me, I'm a big fan of the Edward and Bella kisses.

The tension builds throughout Eclipse, but we readers are unwitting to the need for some release, only to become aware of it when the moment is thrust upon us. The extent to which Jacobs presence becomes undeniable to Bella both physically and on a more visceral level is palpable. I think that kiss was the defining moment for me. That one scene sealed my fervent crush for the over-grown wolf boy. I really liked him before that but became hopelessly gaga after. That's the moment that solidified Jacob Black as perfect day dream fodder.

Talk about being tested! I wish I had Bella's problems.

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More On Edward & Jacob

Am I any closer to solving my dilemma of who I love the most, Edward or Jacob?

Nope.

But I will tell you that all this introspection has really got me in touch with what drives my feelings. It's not like it's a new thing for me, I pretty much set around thinking all the time, :D I'm an introverted kind of gal. I guess that's why you are reading this now. I formulate thoughts on something and it feels like it might bubble over if I don't get it out. Hence, blogging.

So anyway, back to Jacob and Edward. I'm reading Eclipse now and all this closeness between Edward and Bella is like a fix to a junkie. I can't get enough of it. And yet, when I put the book down to do annoyingly unavoidable stuff like, GO TO WORK, I find my mind drifting to Jacob.

Funny, isn't it? The story of Bella and Edward is what drives us all to turn those pages with vampire quick reflexes. Jacob's character may be considered by some readers as just a means to add friction and conflict to the story. But to me, he's that warm and fuzzy thing (literally) in the story that worms his way into my heart. His character, more so than any other besides Bella perhaps, grows (again, literally) and becomes more than what he starts out as. He's very human in that.

Through trial and triumph, his character develops. But he is always true to himself and looks at life through the eyes of an optimist. The light of his infectious happiness is addictive itself. Bella refers to Jacob as her own personal sun and I think that's an apt description of him. He has an undeniable pull for anyone lucky enough to be close to him, as any celestial body should. And I think that is one reason Jacob always nudges Edward out in my daydreams. I'm drawn in by his light, endearing, happy contentedness no matter how much my X chromosomes may demand that I yearn for the dark, complicated, brooding one.

These are all qualities that a real person could have. And even though he is no less fictitious than Edward, there is something inherently attainable about Jacob.

He may be a werewolf but his love is within the realm of believability. Edward's love is perfect and unerring. Edward's love is like him, to good to be true. Too good to even pretend to be true. And in that perfection lies the crux. His love is flawed in it's very nature. I find it hard to wrap my brain around such total consuming devotion. To my fantasizing mind, it's not even plausible to imagine such a love for myself. Because although I may be able to imagine a vampire or werewolf lover, I just can't seem to trick my head into believing anyone, human or otherwise, could honestly express feelings like Edward has for Bella.

Maybe that says more about me than it does about the love itself. Maybe it's a sign of some inner self deprecating notion. Maybe it's a sign of self contempt. ...I think I like me. I think it's more to do with my lack of ever finding what I've been looking for. I've had relationships. But I've never experienced any relationship that complimented or completed me in the fashion that Edward and Bella's love completes them.

And I know now that that has something to do with why I get so emotionally involved with the books. And why I feel so destitute every time I finish reading them. I am elated while reading. My mind pushes to the side the fact that I yearn for that kind of love and will never find it. Instead I focus on enjoying my voyeuristic view into this most coveted of fictional lives. I stave off the heartache of reality until the end, when I have no choice but to evaluate my own life in comparison, whether I want to or not. It just sort of happens.

Freshly after reading the saga, it's painfully obvious that I feel like something is missing. Not in a panicky kind of way either. In the sense that although I am totally content, I know that my experiences would be heightened if I had that perfect of soul mates to share each day with. I may step onto the porch to enjoy a beautiful moonlit night, or wonder at the invigorating electricity of a rainy day. No matter what, all things would be better if I could share it with an Edward, or especially a Jacob.

That's all the insight (ha ha) I have for right now. But be warned, my emotions run the gamut every other minute and I'm always on the precipice of an epiphany. So tomorrow's post may contradict this one completely.

Until next time, dream on fellow Twilighters.

New Moon Wolf Pack Latest Picture

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Watch Entertainment Tonight New Moon Videos Here!

Aw, heck. I am going to go ahead and post the 2 Entertainment Tonight videos on the blog here so you can enjoy them in their original sized splendor!

New Video Footage from Entertainment Tonight

New Video Footage from Entertainment Tonight, including cast interview clips and sneak peeks from New Moon has been posted to the His Amber Eyes blog static content. They are located on the right column of the page.

Stop by to view both videos!

Update: I'm sorry but I removed those videos from the right side nav. They were slowing down the page load time considerably. But those 2 videos can be found in this post.

6 of Jacob Half a Dozen of Edward

Er, you know the old saying '6 of one, half a dozen of the other'. That's where I'm at right now in regards to picking a camp. Am I a wolf girl or vamp chick? I thought for sure during the first 2/3s of New Moon that I was leaning toward Team Jacob. But when Bella rescues Edward in Volterra, Italy, his love is so consuming and intoxicating and even more focused and on fire than before he broke her heart that it's extremely hard to resist him. It's no wonder women all over the world are enamoured of Edward.

How can we not be?? He's just so committed ...and there. I love him, I swear it. He melts my heart. His attentiveness is addictive instead of smothering. There was something triumphant about his return. I realized that throughout the whole book, on some level, it's what I was actually looking forward to. It kind of snuck up on me.

It seems impossible that Stephenie Meyer conceived of such a love, I've never heard of anything on this level in the real world, unfortunately. I can believe she is a devout Mormon. A concept of love so pure has to come from a devotedly loving mind.

Okay, just thought I'd share with you my state of mind as I continue traveling on the wonderful journey of the fictitious lives that touch me, and all of us, in such a real way.

More later Twilighters.

It's Happening Again

Hey fellow Twilighters. Just a quick note to let you know that yes, it's happening to me again. The hopelessness and obsession picked right back up where it left off before. There should be warning labels on these books!

Oddly enough, it didn't start during Twilight. It started during New Moon, which has me believing that I might fancy Jacob a little more than I do Edward.

~GASP!~

Please don't lynch me. I'm still muddling through my reaction to the books this time. I'll formulate a more accurate diagnosis a while later after I sort it all out. But for now I am seriously wondering if I'm a Team Jacob.