The New Moon illustrated movie Companion gives us an intimate look
at the creation of the film. Written again by Mark Cotta Vaz who
gave us the original Twilight companion this one in my opinion is
even better. Crammed full of lavish, full color and never before
seen photographs (okay, yes most are available on different fan
sites but isn't it nice to have them all together here?)
Inside we get; exclusive cast and crew interviews, personal quotes,
behind the scenes information and a tour of the film sets.
Interviews with the actors and director Chris Weitz, wardrobe, hair
and make-up secrets, a technical movie making section (revealing
location and color change information as well as editing, special
effects etc) We then get answers to questions about costume and set
design and learn the secrets to the stunts and how a person can
become a werewolf .
At 141 pages this book is a must-have for any fan and once you've
looked at the pictures a couple hundred times and stopped drooling
at Edwards Italian reveal and all the shirtless, buff werewolves
there's actually tons here to read and discover. For example did
you know Edward and Bella were plagued by mosquitoes during the
break-up scene? And that Edward wears the same suit throughout the
movie because he's seen only through Bella's visions and that was
the last thing she saw him wearing? (It gets progressively more
tattered as the movie progresses) In a really interesting chapter
we get to know the history of the Volturi and see some really cool
period costumes (hello Carlisle) as well as details of Edward
getting beat up by Felix. We hear more about Taylor's fight for the
role of Jacob and explore the world of the Quileute which has been
totally integrated with the forest except for the scenes within
Emily's house. And with my eternal gratitude we learn that there
will be "a fresh interpretation" for Edwards sparkle effect.
After devouring this book I now can't decide if it's made the wait
until November easier or harder? On one hand it's easier because I
have all these gorgeous photos and information to tide me over but
on the other it's now harder because I'm even more excited to see
the movie