Impressive

Rating: 7/10 (13 December 2008)

I had never read any of the books before seeing this film and the only thing I knew about it in advance was how low-budget it was. I thought it was going to be cheesy and sappy but I was sadly mistaken. I am definitely a movie fanatic but I'm not one for romance movies; however, I thought this one was perfect. I honestly don't understand why guys don't generally like it because it has VAMPIRES for crying out loud! Anyway, I had no trouble following the storyline, though I thought I would since people say that the movie was made for the fans of the book. I don't agree. I think it was made for everyone.
I've already seen this movie three times. I've read all the books since the first time I saw it and I still think they did a very good job keeping true to the story. Of course, it isn't exactly the same but who would read the book if it was? I think the casting was excellent and that the effects were amazing considering the budget. I loved how they interpreted many parts of the book onto the screen. I was very impressed with this movie and I recommend everyone see it first then read the books! My friend has read the series many times over and she told me she didn't enjoy it nearly as much until she saw the movie....something for you guys to mull over. I've heard from many people that that is the best way and I am one of them.