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Robert, Kristen, and the New Moon Cast Pause to Party

PopSugar — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:00:00 -0800

Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart, and Taylor Lautner were together for last night's special NYC screening of New Moon along with their many costars. It looks like they split up for the afterparty, though, with Robert and Kristen spotted afterward looking far more casual on their way out of a lounge in the city's Meatpacking District. The official afterparty was held in a different neighborhood at The Box, where Ed Westwick and Jessica Szohr were spotted making a hasty retreat in the rain. Ashley Greene, Nikki Reed, and Peter Facinelli were also there to party with a select group, and he even stopped to pose with fans on the way out. Elizabeth Reaser and Taylor had to rest up for an appearance this morning; he headed to The Today Show, so check his interview out after the jump.

To see lots more photos and Taylor's video, just read more.

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New Moon: Better Than Twilight

BuzzSugar — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:45:00 -0800

Let's be honest: for most of you, it doesn't matter what I - or any critics for that matter - have to say about New Moon, the incredibly anticipated sequel to last year's Twilight. The film started breaking box office records before it was even released, and audiences will flock to the theaters for weeks to come. On the plus side, a ticket to New Moon is a win even if you're not a Twihard - provided that you know what you're getting into.

New Moon is not incredibly acted, and it doesn't boast impressive dialogue or larger-than-life special effects. But it's not trying to be the Best Picture of the Year, so I can only critique it for what it is: a fantasy movie about a love triangle between a werewolf, a vampire, and a teenage girl. To see what I mean, just read more.

The movie picks up a few months after where Twilight left off. Bella Swan (Kristen Stewart) is blissfully in love but she can't fight her insecurities about growing older than her perpetually seventeen vampire boyfriend Edward Cullen (Robert Pattinson). All Bella wants for her eighteenth birthday is for Edward to change her into a bloodsucker, but a close call with his brother drives Edward to break up with Bella and leave town instead.

The drama following Bella's abandonment is everything we remember from high school heartbreak, from Bella's night terrors to the glazed over look in her eye. The anguish and pain are easily seen on Stewart's face, and her innermost thoughts are revealed to the audience through letters to Edward's sister Alice that will never be sent. After months of moping, Bella finally starts to open up to Jacob Black (Taylor Lautner), a family friend. As Bella struggles to find hope in a life without Edward, her friendship is complicated by Jacob's romantic feelings for Bella and made worse when Jacob discovers that he's a werewolf (and an enemy to all vampires).

The surprise of the movie is Lautner's performance. We've seen and heard about those muscles countless times before, but he also packs enough charm and charisma into his Jacob that you truly see him as more than just Bella's unrelenting admirer / best friend. He presents himself as a viable suitor for Bella's heart, and it's hard not to root for him against Robert Pattinson's wooden (albeit handsome) Edward. Stewart and Pattinson have chemistry to spare in Twilight, but in New Moon, Bella's relationship with Jacob seems hopeful and comfortable while her scenes with Edward are mostly awkward and frankly not as much fun to watch.

The movie belongs to Stewart and Lautner, but their melodrama is balanced out by the characters who pad out the cast. Yes, we meet the wolf pack and the Volturi, but for the most part the Forks residents and beyond make for some much-needed comic relief. The downside is that while it's funnier than what you'd expect, not all of the laughs are intentional (a scene where Jacob's temper rivals that of The Incredible Hulk comes to mind).

It doesn't take more than a grain of salt to appreciate New Moon for what it is - a film that stays true to its origin and delivers the necessary elements to ensure that you'll be back when the next installment of the franchise comes our way.

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New Moon in NYC Brings Brits Out to the Twilight Zone

PopSugarUK — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:14:00 -0800

It's the big day!! How many of you saw New Moon at a midnight showing or have plans to see it this weekend? Well, some lucky New Yorkers saw the movie last night, as all the stars showed up for the NYC premiere of the film. Robert carried on his hectic promotional schedule, as did Kristen Stewart, Taylor Lautner, Nikki Reed, Ashley Greene and Kellan Lutz - they must all be exhausted! Rob wasn't the only Brit at the premiere as he was joined by Alexa Chung, Agyness Deyn and Ed Westwick, who attended alongside girlfriend Jessica Szohr and their vamped up Gossip Girl costar Taylor Momsen. BellaUK wants to know which makeup look you like the best? Other stars at the packed premiere included Fergie, Natalie Portman, Emma Roberts, Jessica Stam, Caleb and Jared Followill from Kings of Leon, Alison Mosshart and many more!

To see LOADS more photos from the New Moon premiere and afterparty, just read more.

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New Moon Watch '09: Top 10 New Moon Cast Moments

PopSugarTV — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:13:30 -0800

From the Cullen family's offscreen dynamic to Robert Pattinson's sexy smile, we count down our top 10 favorite moments from the New Moon promotional blitz!

Jennie Garth on Shirtless Robert & the Wolf Pack!

PopSugarTV — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:30:00 -0800

Jennie Garth says she enjoyed seeing Robert Pattinson's shirtless scene after accompanying husband Peter Facinelli to the LA premiere of New Moon, but admits she's now more a fan of werewolves than vampires!

New Moon Watch ’09: Robert, Kristen, Taylor, & More at LA Premiere!

PopSugarTV — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:06:42 -0800

Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart, and Taylor Lautner led the New Moon cast down the red carpet at the star-studded LA premiere! And our editors explain how you can make your New Moon movie night one to remember!

Our Top 10 New Moon Red Carpet Moments!

Molly — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:36:23 -0800

Last night the stars of New Moon hit the red carpet, and we were there to take in all the excitement! We've combed through hundreds of pictures from the premiere and afterparties, plus we're gearing up to show you tons of video footage of all your favorites like Robert Pattinson, Taylor Lautner, Kristen Stewart, and more. We shared some of our red carpet highlights like Jennie Garth joking about shirtless Robert Pattinson, but here's our top 10!

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New Moon: Love Triangle and New Additions Live Up to Hype

PopSugarUK — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:00:00 -0800

The wait is almost over, as New Moon hits our cinemas on Friday! The huge anticipation for the second installment of the Twilight saga puts a great amount of pressure on it, but I'm pleased to report it lives up to the hype. The story starts with Bella Swan's (Kristen Stewart) 18th birthday, and the rivalry between Edward Cullen (Robert Pattinson) and Jacob Black (Taylor Lautner) is set up from the outset. The three leads all bring intensity and passion to their roles once again, and there are several stand-out performances from the supporting cast.

To find out more about the movie, and see tons of stills from the film, just read more.

An incident at Bella's party leads Edward and the Cullens to leave Forks and a heartbroken and hunted Bella behind. Jacob and Bella's friendship deepens as she becomes an adrenaline junkie and Jacob undergoes his own major changes. The ancient battle between vampires and werewolves is reignited, and we learn more about the hierarchy as the action moves to the Volturi in Italy. The film benefits from the change in location, and the additional characters raise the excitement levels and keep the saga moving forward.

The addition of the Wolf Pack and the Volturi bring depth and context to the battles between individuals. Jacob and his boys spend most of the second half of the movie shirtless, but it's not all bare torsos, as the back story of Sam (Chaske Spencer) adds another dimension to the dangers Bella faces. Dakota Fanning shines in her small part as subtly sinister Volturi guard Jane, and Michael Sheen is impressive as Aro. Michael Welch also deserves special mention for bringing some much need humour to the film as Mike, another of Bella's suitors who frankly doesn't stand a chance when faced with Edward and Jacob as competition.

New Moon definitely puts Jacob in the spotlight, and the lack of Cullens airtime will disappoint Team Edward fans. I found the first half of Twilight dragged a bit and the sequel follows the same formula of a slower beginning, but it has more action than the original and the running time of 130 minutes doesn't feel quite as long as the first film (although it could do with being tightened up). The deeper storyline of the love triangle and the new characters ensures the second film in the saga goes further than the first, and fans will find plenty to adore.

Get yourself in the mood for New Moon by checking out the first, second and third trailers, and by reading my interviews with the cast. Are you planning on seeing it on Friday?

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Robert, Kristen, Taylor and the Whole New Moon Cast Hit the Red Carpet at Their Big LA Premiere!

Molly — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 04:55:00 -0800

Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart and Taylor Lautner were the last New Moon stars to arrive on the red carpet in LA last night, but the crowds were happy to wait for the big three! They all looked fantastic - especially Kristen in her gorgeous Oscar de la Renta and sexy hair, who stopped to talk about how happy she was to be at an event with the fans. She said she doesn't have a favorite of all the hot dresses she's worn while out promoting the movie, but fell in love with this one when she saw it. Robert greeted all the fans with a huge smile, excitedly signing autographs for as many people as he could. He flashed an adorable smile to us when they announced Kristen's arrival right behind him, though the two were spread out and didn't pose on the red carpet together. The signs all over the event were amazing, showing the dedication of the Twilight lovers some of whom camped out for days before the big event.

Jennie Garth accompanied her husband Peter Facinelli, but joked that the scene she was most excited to see was Robert Pattinson shirtless! Always the understanding partner, Peter said that he sees where she's coming from since she's seen him shirtless thousands of times. Kellan Lutz and Ashley Greene hit the premiere at almost the same time, meeting up on the red carpet for some interviews - though at one point he stepped on her train, whoops! Nikki Reed and Elizabeth Reaser were excited to see each other and Dakota Fanning stood tall in her sky-high heels. Kristen happily posed with Joan Jett and Dakota after they all worked together on The Runaways. The whole cast was so excited to see so many fans out to support the movie and for it finally to be released this Friday. We've got tons of video from the premiere coming up on PopSugar Rush so stay tuned!

To see TONS more from the event including 50 Cent, Elizabeth Reaser, Emma Roberts, Jennifer Love Hewitt, and of course Robert, Kristen and Taylor galore just read more.

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Robert, Taylor and Kristen Join New Moon Stars at LA Premiere

PopSugarUK — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:29:23 -0800

Robert Pattinson, Taylor Lautner and Kristen Stewart dazzled on the red carpet at the New Moon premiere in Los Angeles last night. They were joined by their costars, including Cullens Elizabeth Reaser, Peter Facinelli, Ashley Greene, Kellan Lutz and Jackson Rathbone. After all their promotional tours and interviews, the stars looked happy to finally premiere their film in front of their adoring fans: check out gossip straight from the red carpet via PopUS's twitter!

Our very own Brits Jamie Campbell Bower and Michael Sheen represented the Volturi, and were joined by fellow vampire Dakota Fanning, who posed with Kristen and Joan Jett for a reunion of The Runaways crew. While Kristen opted for a full-length Oscar de la Renta dress, Nikki Reed went short as did Dakota in her Valentino number: tell FabUK if you love it or hate it. Robert's Remember Me costar Emilie de Ravin also attended the premiere, as did the woman who began it all, author Stephenie Meyer. Stay tuned for pictures from the after party!

To see LOADS more pictures from the premiere, including 50 Cent, Emma Roberts, Jamie Kennedy, Jennie Garth, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Anna Kendrick, Elle Fanning, Cat Deeley, Jack Huston, Emma Roberts, Charlie Bewley, Chaske Spencer and Edi Gathegi, just read more.

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