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Dissecting Chris Weitz’s Letter to Fans

by Will on December 19, 2008 · Comments

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New Moon Director Chris Weitz

Patrick Goldstein from the LA Times examines what the recent letter to fans from New Moon director Chris Weitz really means.

What he said: “In the past few days I have been involved in a whirlwind romance with Stephenie Meyer’s extraordinary books.”

What it means: “It’s amazing how fast Amazon can rush an overnight shipment of books to your house.”

What he said: “Like many of you, I am a fan of Catherine Hardwicke’s work. I can’t really say much about why she is not doing ‘New Moon’ because I wasn’t involved in those decisions.”

What it means: “Don’t blame me for her getting the ax. It was those guys over there who fired her.”

What he said: “To those who doubt that as a male director I can capture Bella’s experience, I can only say that emotion is universal. . . .”

What it means: “It’s not like they hired Michael Bay, OK?”

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  • TabulaRasa
    I found this quite funny but i just wanted to point out that even Michael Bay can shoot big, complicated romance which has to overcome great obstacles aka see Pearl Harbor. ;)
  • charmedjcp3
    My biggest issue with the movie is that I don't feel the humor and teasing that goes on between Bella and Edward. The other big thing is you could have added the fans favorite parts instead of adding things that didn't even happen in the book. Kristen is Growing on me as bella after watching the movie about 15 times. LOL but. Kristen if you read this please take this note. Bella is a strong girl and you come across very insecure. Find the Bella in you.

    PS. I loved the Golden Compass and if Chris can direct with that drive in New Moon it should Great.
  • i guess im happy with the choice for chris he seems like a good director
  • Sarah
    can we stop dissing catherine hardwicke please???
    she made twilight good considering the budget and everything - she made it so it follows the book and doesn't complicate it for those who haven't read twilight! ok??
  • Sarah
    can we stop dissing catherine hardwicke please???
    she made twilight good considering the budget and everything - she made it so it follows the book and doesn't complicate it for those who haven't read twilight! ok??
  • KristenStewartRuinedBella
    catherines Twilight Movie SUCKED because of her!
    she picked a bad bella
    a bad screen writer
    and a BAD deadline
    oooh - and a BAD way to spend a low budget
    me hate her :(
  • KristenStewartRuinedBella
    catherines Twilight Movie SUCKED because of her!
    she picked a bad bella

    a bad screen writer

    and a BAD deadline

    oooh - and a BAD way to spend a low budget

    me hate her :(
  • XOXOtania
    i agree somewhat, twilight could have been better if they had stuck to making it MORE like the book, but i think the movie was a decent representation of the book, all im saying is that it could have been better.
  • XOXOtania
    i agree somewhat, twilight could have been better if they had stuck to making it MORE like the book, but i think the movie was a decent representation of the book, all im saying is that it could have been better.
  • XOXOtania
    i agree somewhat, twilight could have been better if they had stuck to making it MORE like the book, but i think the movie was a decent representation of the book, all im saying is that it could have been better.
  • SnapSnap
    Ok No knocking Cath
  • SnapSnap
    Ok No knocking Catherine Hardwicke, She is an amazing Director , She just couldn't meet Summits Deadline, And Chris Weitz is a Good Director So I guess we just have to wait to see. But I'm interested to see how they work the Transformation of the wolves. I Find it funny that people are worried about how they are going to deal with Edward Cullen (Pattinson) only being in half the movie when in reality he is in 2/3 of the movie first half then out for a while and then back again for the great ending, Plus its a movie,and Stephanie described everything so well that when you put it to film the picture shows and things happen faster. I can't wait for filming, the only downside is that there is going to be crazy security and its almost impossible to get threw to the PR to get in as reporters/photographers for a small publication. Its big time now, and the small fish have to beg and plea, Summit is only allowing so many extra people in.
  • SnapSnap
    Ok No knocking Catherine Hardwicke, She is an amazing Director , She just couldn't meet Summits Deadline, And Chris Weitz is a Good Director So I guess we just have to wait to see. But I'm interested to see how they work the Transformation of the wolves. I Find it funny that people are worried about how they are going to deal with Edward Cullen (Pattinson) only being in half the movie when in reality he is in 2/3 of the movie first half then out for a while and then back again for the great ending, Plus its a movie,and Stephanie described everything so well that when you put it to film the picture shows and things happen faster. I can't wait for filming, the only downside is that there is going to be crazy security and its almost impossible to get threw to the PR to get in as reporters/photographers for a small publication. Its big time now, and the small fish have to beg and plea, Summit is only allowing so many extra people in.
  • TwilightLover21
    I totally agree. I was so mad that they left out the blood typing, Edward sparkling was absolutly horrible and I was so sad that she wasnt wearing a heel =[ All of these things were because of the director and not the actors. So, I hope chris will be really good and have an AMAZING come back.
  • TwilightLover21
    I totally agree. I was so mad that they left out the blood typing, Edward sparkling was absolutly horrible and I was so sad that she wasnt wearing a heel =[ All of these things were because of the director and not the actors. So, I hope chris will be really good and have an AMAZING come back.
  • MissysPixies
    I did not like Catherine Hardwicke’s work at all. She should have went with the book .The blood typing should have been in the movie not the field trip. What a Ugly shoe Bella had on at the prom, sad .I Think Chris Weitz will be great if he stays close to the book. Bet he will have better FX in New Moon. We need a great looking wolf not hand puppets..
    If New Moon is good ,I hope Weitz will get to do Midnight Sun so Twilight can get some what of a do over .





    So I am glad to give him a chance!
  • MissysPixies
    I did not like Catherine Hardwicke’s work at all. She should have went with the book .The blood typing should have been in the movie not the field trip. What a Ugly shoe Bella had on at the prom, sad .I Think Chris Weitz will be great if he stays close to the book. Bet he will have better FX in New Moon. We need a great looking wolf not hand puppets..
    If New Moon is good ,I hope Weitz will get to do Midnight Sun so Twilight can get some what of a do over .


    So I am glad to give him a chance!
  • TwilightLover21
    I totally agree. I was so mad that they left out the blood typing, Edward sparkling was absolutly horrible and I was so sad that she wasnt wearing a heel =[ All of these things were because of the director and not the actors. So, I hope chris will be really good and have an AMAZING come back.
  • MissysPixies
    I did not like Catherine Hardwicke’s work at all. She should have went with the book .The blood typing should have been in the movie not the field trip. What a Ugly shoe Bella had on at the prom, sad .I Think Chris Weitz will be great if he stays close to the book. Bet he will have better FX in New Moon. We need a great looking wolf not hand puppets..
    If New Moon is good ,I hope Weitz will get to do Midnight Sun so Twilight can get some what of a do over .





    So I am glad to give him a chance!
  • TwilightLover21
    OK i think people are being way to mean to this guy. I mean honestly, just give him a break. You never know he could have a huge break through and this could be the most amazing movies ever. I didnt really like cathrine all that much so i am excited that this guy gets to come and make something new and better.


    so give him a chance!
  • TwilightLover21
    OK i think people are being way to mean to this guy. I mean honestly, just give him a break. You never know he could have a huge break through and this could be the most amazing movies ever. I didnt really like cathrine all that much so i am excited that this guy gets to come and make something new and better.

    so give him a chance!
  • TwilightLover21
    OK i think people are being way to mean to this guy. I mean honestly, just give him a break. You never know he could have a huge break through and this could be the most amazing movies ever. I didnt really like cathrine all that much so i am excited that this guy gets to come and make something new and better.


    so give him a chance!
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