TWILIGHT
I’ve just finished reading Twilight….I know, I know, I’m a bit behind the 8-ball. But the movie was out before I really caught onto the whole Twilight phenomenon, and I always like to read the books before seeing the films. Although in saying this, usually it takes a bit longer after the release of the book, before the film comes out. I guess Stephenie Meyer just took advantage of the world’s crush on Edward as quickly as possible so she could maximise her profits. Good on her, I say!
Now, if you have been living under a rock for the last couple of years and don’t know what Twilight is all about, then here’s the low-down:
Edward is a 17 year old vampire living with his vampire family in the small rainy town of Forks, Washington. When accident-prone Bella comes to live with Charlie (her father), the local police chief, she falls head over heels for the undescribably gorgeous Edward. And the feelings are mutual. Obviously this human-vampire love sensation makes for a very dangerous life for both of them and Edward must protect Bella from the inevitable.
If you’re an avid reader (especially ladies), then I highly recommend you get your hands on a copy of Twilight…there are not many books where I can say that I really don’t want to put it down, but this is one of them. OK, so admittedly I saw the movie first on this occasion so I was excited to see if the book panned out like the movie….and without spoiling it for you, it does….kind of anyway. As normal there is always more in the book than the movie, and I love the way Meyer takes you on the rollercoaster of love with Edward and Bella, so you feel involved in the story. Her descriptions of certain situations cannot quite be replicated with video, so in this matter the movie may leave you feeling a little disappointed (but only if you’ve read the book first).
Now after saying this, I don’t know many females that haven’t enjoyed the movie. Many grown women are being transported back to their teens, as they post photos of Edward (Robert Pattinson) all over their Facebook pages, or posters in their cubicles at work….it’s quite funny really, as I also felt elated after viewing this fantastic story but I’m not about to pretend like I’ll one day marry this love-bitten vampire.
I’ve now started to read New Moon, Meyer’s second book in the Twilight series – there are 4 in total, after New Moon comes Eclipse and then Breaking Dawn. New Moon is no disappointment, in fact, I think I’m enjoying it more, but I’ll review it completely once I’m finished…..stay tuned!
If you want to buy the Twilight book, DVD or Blu-Ray, check out Fishpond (Fishpond allows you to buy new or used books, DVDs etc at great prices – most of the time they have the cheapest online price):
BOOK DVD
Or if you’re outside Australia and would rather buy from Amazon:
TWILIGHT SAGA COLLECTION
DVD BLU-RAY
TRANSFORMERS: REVENGE OF THE FALLEN
If you are one of the very few people who have not yet seen the new Transformers movie, then…..WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR????
Seriously, there have been lots of reviews on this film, some good and some bad, but if you’re a Transformers fan, have kids, like robots, or just enjoy a good action film then you have to get to the cinemas and check Transformers out.
So here’s a quick synopsis:
The battle for Earth has ended but the battle for the universe has just begun. After returning to Cybertron, Starscream assumes command of the Decepticons, and has decided to return to Earth with force. The Autobots believing that peace was possible finds out that Megatron’s dead body has been stolen from the US Military by Skorpinox and revives him using his own spark. Now Megatron is back seeking revenge and with Starscream and more Decepticon reinforcements on the way, the Autobots with reinforcements of their own, may have more to deal with then meets the eye.
My view of the film:
First half builds up the story, introduces some new characters, and has some great scenes of Megan Fox (for the guys). The second half of the film is ongoing battle, resulting in pure carnage….you can’t beat that! And as per Transformers: The Movie, there’s just a hint of emotional drawcard (for the chicks).
If you haven’t seen the first movie yet, then I suggest you get out there and buy it. Your DVD collection will be a sorry compilation without it.
Buy Now on DVD
Buy Now on Blu-Ray
And just for the hardcore Transformers fans, turn your car into an Autobot or Decepticon with these awesome Transformer car badges. Now your Datsun 180B, or Toyota Corolla can be cooler than the WRX or Porsche….
You can even grab Bumblebee’s BEE-OTCH car freshener, as seen in the movie, to make your vehicle transformation complete.
Autobots Car Badge
Decepticons Car Badge
Bumblebee’s BEE-OTCH Car Freshener