Chris Weitz Responds to Volturi Nude Scene Rumor

The other day, in an MTV interview with Jamie Campbell-Bower, he said there would be a nude scene with the Volturi in New Moon, now Chris Weitz tells us that is not true. Here is what he said:

Dear all,

I would like to put everyone’s mind at rest and let them know that theVolturi are not naked! Jamie (Campbell-Bower) has what you might call adry sense of humor and almost managed to convince me — which is why he’ssuch a good actor. Anyway, be assured that, even though we do want thelook of the Volturi to be a bit of a surprise, they are always — as inthe book! — fully clothed.

best,
Chris Weitz

I think this joke was really funny, it's good to know that he has a sense of humor, I can't believe so many people believed him!

Summit Launches "World of Twilight" Site

Summit has now launched another part of the Twilight Saga Movies' Site: "World of Twilight". It has many new features, including information about the soundtrack, downloads, movie stills, and videos.
Click HERE to check it out!

Stephenie Meyer to get her own Comic!

Blue Water Productions, the makers of the Female Force Comics (featuring stars such as Oprah Winfrey, Michelle Obama, and Princess Diana) will be creating a biography on Stephenie Meyer in the form of a Comic. It should be due to be released sometime around the release of New Moon.

Here is the announcement from Blue Water Productions:

In time for the November theatrical release of "The Twilight Saga: New Moon," Bluewater Productions announced it is producing two versions of an upcoming biography comic on best selling author Stephenie Meyer.

Female Force: Stephenie Meyer, scheduled for release right before the movie hits theaters on, November 20th, provides readers two options: a standard 22-page version and a double-sized collector’s edition that contains a variety of extras.

"We get to turn the tables on Meyers and she becomes the featured protagonist," said Bluewater’s president Darren G. Davis. "And we are going to tell her story in a very fun, respectful and unique way."

Read the rest of the story HERE

Will Rachelle Promote New Moon?

Mark Malkin talks about the Rachelle Controversy and has some valid points, here is the video:

Rachelle's Statement to being recast and Summit's reaction.

Earlier today Rachelle made a statement to Access Hollywood regarding Summit's announcement about the part of Victoria being recast. Here is her statement:

“I was stunned by Summit’s decision to recast the role of Victoria for ‘Eclipse,’” Rachelle said in a statement to Access Hollywood.

On Tuesday, Summit announced that Bryce Dallas Howard would be taking on the role in “Eclipse,” due in May 2010.

“I was fully committed to the ‘Twilight’ saga, and to the portrayal of Victoria,” Rachelle continued, explaining the turn of events that led to the casting change. “I turned down several other film opportunities and, in accordance with my contractual rights, accepted only roles that would involve very short shooting schedules. My commitment to ‘Barney’s Version’ is only ten days. Summit picked up my option for ‘Eclipse.’ Although the production schedule for ‘Eclipse’ is over three months long, Summit said they had a conflict during those ten days and would not accommodate me. Given the length of filming for ‘Eclipse,’ never did I fathom I would lose the role over a 10 day overlap. I was happy with my contract with Summit and was fully prepared to continue to honor it. Summit chose simply to recast the part.”

The star concluded her statement with a regretful tone.

“I am greatly saddened that I will not get to complete my portrayal of Victoria for the ‘Twilight’ audience. This is a story, a theatrical journey and a character that I truly love and about which I am very passionate. I will be forever grateful to the fan support and loyalty I’ve received since being cast for this role, and I am hurt deeply by Summit’s surprising decision to move on without me. I wish the cast and crew of ‘Eclipse’ only the very best,” she said.

And here is Summit's reaction to that statement:

We at Summit Entertainment are disappointed by Rachelle Lefevre’s recent comments which attempt to make her career choices the fault of the Studio. Her decision to discuss her version of the scheduling challenges publicly has forced the Studio to set the record straight and correct the facts.

• Ms. Lefevre's representatives were advised as early as April that THE TWILIGHT SAGA: ECLIPSE was expected to start shooting in early August.

• If Ms. Lefevre was, as she describes “passionate,” about being part of THE TWILIGHT SAGA, we feel that she and her representatives would have included us in her decision to work on another film that would conflict with the shooting schedule of THE TWILIGHT SAGA: ECLIPSE.

• It was not until July 20th that Summit was first informed of Ms. Lefevre’s commitment to BARNEY’S VERSION, a commitment we have since been advised she accepted in early June. Summit had acted in good faith that she would be available to fulfill her obligations both in terms of rehearsals and shooting availability for THE TWILIGHT SAGA: ECLIPSE. We feel that her choice to withhold her scheduling conflict information from us can be viewed as a lack of cooperative spirit which affected the entire production.

• Furthermore Ms. Lefevre took a role in the other film that places her in Europe during the required rehearsal time, and at least ten days of THE TWILIGHT SAGA: ECLIPSE’s principal photography. This period is essential for both rehearsal time with the cast, and for filming at key locations that are only available during the initial part of production.

• Contrary to Ms. Lefevre’s statement, it is simply untrue that the Studio dismissed her over a ten day overlap. It is not about a ten day overlap, but instead about the fact that THE TWILIGHT SAGA: ECLIPSE is an ensemble production that has to accommodate the schedules of numerous actors while respecting the established creative vision of the filmmaker and most importantly the story. The fact remains that Ms. Lefevre’s commitment to the other project - which she chose to withhold from Summit until the last possible moment - makes her unfortunately unavailable to perform the role of Victoria in THE TWILIGHT SAGA: ECLIPSE.

Rachelle Lefevre Been Replaced for The Twilight Saga: Eclipse!

Summit Entertainment has officially announced on their website that Bryce Dallas Howard will be replacing Rachelle Lefevre as Victoria in The Twilight Saga: Eclipse. Here is the announcement:

Summit Entertainment announced today that Bryce Dallas Howard will take over the role of "Victoria" in the studio's upcoming production of THE TWILIGHT SAGA: ECLIPSE. Actress, Rachelle Lefevre, who portrayed the character in TWILIGHT as well as the upcoming release of THE TWILIGHT SAGA: NEW MOON, will not continue in the role due to scheduling conflicts with another commitment the actor has made. THE TWILIGHT SAGA: ECLIPSE will start filming in Vancouver this coming August.

THE TWILIGHT SAGA: ECLIPSE, the third film in the studio's TWILIGHT film franchise based on Stephenie Meyer's blockbuster book series, will be directed by David Slade from a screenplay written by Melissa Rosenberg. The film will be released theatrically in North America on Wednesday, June 30, 2010.

"We are incredibly happy that Bryce has agreed to come into the franchise," said Erik Feig, Summit's President of Worldwide Production and Acquisitions. "Rachelle brought "Victoria" to great screen life and Bryce will bring a new dimension to the character. The franchise is lucky to have such a talented actress as Bryce coming in to fill the role.

"Howard most recently starred in TERMINATOR SALVATION as Kate Connor and has been seen in SPIDER-MAN 3, LADY IN THE WATER, and THE VILLAGE. She was nominated for a Golden Globe for her leading performance as an actress in the HBO film AS YOU LIKE IT.

I have a few opinions on this.

1. Rachelle was a HUGE part of Twilight, she loved the books as much as most TwiHards out there. She also loved being a part of the movies and being part of Bella's world.

2. I have much doubt that Rachelle would schedule something during the filming of Eclipse when she knew very far in advance about Eclipse.

3. I think Summit is just giving us their "line" bullcrap about scheduling issues because they don't want to have to deal with angry fans.

If they think we're going down without a fight, they're dead wrong.

If you want to get Rachelle back go to Bring Rachelle Back to see what you can do.

Disagree with my opinions? Know something I don't or if my thinkings are wrong, I would love to here what you have to say, email me at bitten.bytwilight@yahoo.ca

New Release date and Changed Release Date.

At Comic-Con, after the panel the attendees got a card with the New Moon Poster on it and it says: "Soundtrack in stores 10.13.09, Movie in Theatres 11.20.09"

Also, if you remember a few weeks ago their was news about Edward and Bella Barbies being released sometime in October, well the release date has changed to November 1st, 2009.