Not Bad...I think people are just too critical with things nowadays

Rating: 7/10 (29 November 2009)

Twilight. It's extremely popular nowadays. And my theory is that popularity equals more critics to use their harsh critiques on something people love so much, so that the annoying popularity can just die down.
People, people, people, calm down. The film was not that bad.
I know, we've all seen better. This film doesn't compare to ones that have won awards and have gotten high-star ratings...but give it a rest.
Reasons why this film is not as terrible as critics say:
1.) :It follows the book almost perfectly: I have heard from some critics that the first film didn't follow the film so much, but New Moon followed it even with the littlest details...and yet people are critiquing that this was a negative thing. It isn't. We all come to see the movies so we can see how close it comes with the novel, and usually the film cuts out large parts of the book and somehow makes it work out, which we sometimes detest. But this was actually the few films that follow the book very well.
2.) :It has something about it that makes you think: After seeing this with my three close friends, it left me thinking. It shows a true love triangle like none other, and some scenes made me really dream off into a world full of Ever-so-stunning Edwards and juicy Jacobs. Some scenes really live in the moment (E.G: When Bella jumps from the cliff and is in the water, and the illusion of Edward is swimming beside her) It makes you wonder. I like films that stick to your mind, and you need something to scrape it out of your brain.
3.) :There are some good-looking actors and actresses: In Twilight, there were some scenes where Kristen Stewart just didn't glow. Sure, she's no vampire that sparkles in the sunlight, but she needed some "umph". She looks stunning in New Moon. I especially adored her when she was in Italy. You should've also heard the girls squeal in delight once Taylor Lautner showed up on the screen or he took his shirt off. 8-packs do exist after all... And, of course, Carlisle looked amazing
4.) :Little touches of humor in between gives the film a push forward: There are some lines in the film that just make me laugh every time I hear it, and no, they are not "cheesy lines" either. It would be best if you heard some of the lines yourself rather me giving some examples, but even the most serious moments had a lift with a little giggle.
5.) :There's talent. You just need to look twice: People always say that Kristen Stewart's acting is not at its best in these films, but I disagree with them. She actually outshined a lot of actors in this film, more than the first film, and it really made me get into the film more. There were some parts where she could've done better, but all in all, I was impressed. Don't underestimate these actors, because if you think about it more and more, they weren't just "randomly picked". They were chosen for these roles, and whether you think another actress or actor could've done better as the role of someone, just think twice. The film could've changed...and in my opinion, it would've changed in a negative way.
I could go on with this, but hopefully this was enough to make you think about this. Just because it's popular doesn't mean it should be looked down upon. Don't forget that there are girls (even guys) everywhere that adore the novels AND the films. Maybe you'll realize that this film is not as bad as they say...give it a chance.
I give it a 7.5/10