






The official plot synopsis for the New Moon movie goes like this - (minor spoilers) “After Bella (Kristen Stewart) recovers from the vampire attack that almost claimed her life, she looks to celebrate her birthday with Edward Cullen (Robert Pattinson) and his family. However, a minor accident during the festivities results in Bella’s blood being shed, a sight that proves too intense for the Cullens, who decide to leave the town of Forks, Washington for Bella and Edward’s sake. Initially heartbroken, Bella finds a form of comfort in reckless living, as well as an even-closer friendship with Jacob Black (Taylor Lautner). Danger in different forms awaits.”



To fill you in more, here’s the plot of the New Moon novel - (major spoilers) “Worried a member of his vampire family might attack her, Edward abandons Bella and leaves town. Bella is dismayed and turns to old family friend Jacob for comfort. Jacob is revealed to be a werewolf. Without Edward, Bella jumps off a cliff (because the adrenaline gives her a spiritual connection to him), and is rescued from the sea by Jacob. Edward’s vampire “sister”, has a vision of the event, but it doesn’t include the rescue. Assuming her to be dead, Edward travels to Italy to end his life. He is stopped just in time, but told by the Vampire Order than he must either kill Bella or turn her. It ends with Bella opting to be turned.”

The first Twilight movie was a huge smash hit, making $376 million around the world, before DVD. It’s one of the top 100 grossing movies of all time domestically.
The DVD sold 3 million units in its first day, on a par with the first day sales of The Dark Knight.


There was some doubt whether Taylor Lautner (above) would be reprising his role as Jacob Black, as it would mean transitioning from cameo role to main part. But after huge support from fans, and gaining 26 pounds of muscle, he was kept on.

