Not a good representation of a slightly above average book

Rating: 5/10 (21 November 2008)

Don't get me wrong, I'm a fan of Twilight series (well, at least the first book), but this movie did nothing for me. I think the filmmakers largely missed the mark in some of the casting-- Robert Pattinson's acting ability was sub-par. He never delivered his lines with any credibility. And I'm not sure if it is the fault of the screenwriters or whomever, but Edward (at least in my estimation), was supposed to be smooth, eloquent, and confident, not stumble over his lines and seem at a loss for words. The cinematography and soundtrack selection was all a bit (okay, a LOT) too obvious, and I felt pandered too as a viewer. Give the audience a chance to think!