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Dakota Fanning Talks About The Possibility of Being Jane

by Will on January 24, 2009 · Comments

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Dakota Fanning told reporters how excited she was about the chance of being Jane while doing press for her new movie Push:

“I think it’s too soon to tell if I’ll for sure be doing it, but it’s so great,” she told Access Hollywood on Saturday at the junket for her latest film, “Push.” “I’m a really big fan of that series and the first film and all the actors in it, so it would be wonderful.”

Also, Summit has confirmed to Access Hollywood that Fanning is one of the people being considered–

“We are considering all actors that have the unique requirements for the look of Jane — Dakota being one of them,” a rep for Summit told Access.

Fanning also thinks she has the right look for the part–even the pale skin:

“I don’t think they’ll have to put a lot of makeup on me,” she joked. “I’m pretty white already.”

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  • i wonder who the other actors are that they are considering but i do think that dakota is a good choice i just wonder who the others are
  • yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay this is such good news!!
    i've allways pictued dakota as jane just because she has that sweet look with a hint of evilness not to mention the fact the she's a great actress.

    some plp dont want her becuase shes very famous and they want to keep the movie indie but its too late for that. even plp that havent read the books are fans and besides its all about who can bring the characters to life and pull them off. i think she would do great!!
  • AnotherWorld
    she'd be awesome as jane.
  • Drew
    In the end, as long as the integrity of the books is perserved, I think most fans of the books will be content at the least. Obviously not everyone feels the same about certain actors playing parts, there have already been heated discussions on Jacob, LEah, Jane, Alec, etc. If all actors pull their weight, the filming holds consistency to the books, and previous movie, I see the movie succeeding. But, if anyone of these important facets fail, so too does the film, and ultimately the sequels afterwards. Just look at how many movies were awesome, but the sequels failed because of these reasons.
  • i soo agree with you on that comment drew
  • KOPY KAT
    JODELLE FERLAND!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  • Avril C
    Oh…I really like her…I think she fits perfectly in the description of Jane with the benefit that she is also an outstanding actress…so, for me it is a great choice and the fact that she is “a big fan of the series” only makes it better because that means she is passionate about the book and hopefully she will bring that passion to the movie. I hope she really gets the part. I know the preference of many twilighters is that unknown actors get pick for the movie….but come on people!!!....there is no reason to be that radical…the girl is great and between her and an unknown who doesn’t do it well….it is great to have her!
  • Tiana_7
    i think shes an excellent choice for jane:)
    ....i think Karen Shanez David would make a good leah....look her up and tell meh what you think
  • Allie
    its a horrible choice......... it should be someone older
  • sasstwi
    I just can't wait for the movie! :)
  • i wonder who the other actors are that they are considering but i do think that dakota is a good choice i just wonder who the others are
  • yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay this is such good news!!
    i'vv always pictured dakota as jane just because she has that sweet look with a hint of evilness not to mention the fact the she's a great actress.
    some plp dont want her because shes very famous and they want to keep the movie indie but its too late for that. even plp that havent read the books are fans and besides its all about who can bring the characters to life and pull them off. and as long as they keep the movie like the book and dont make something completely different from it the movie would turn out good. i think she would do great!!
  • Yes
    She will be perfect and since she is a very good actress she'll do an excelent job as jaNE!
  • AnotherWorld
    she'd be awesome as jane.
  • Coheed
    An awesome Jane would be Jodelle Ferland. Not Dakota Fanning!
  • TwilightLover21
    I love the idea of her being jane!!!!! it would be so perfect. She looks like a vampire (in a good way of course)!
  • Drew
    In the end, as long as the integrity of the books is perserved, I think most fans of the books will be content at the least. Obviously not everyone feels the same about certain actors playing parts, there have already been heated discussions on Jacob, LEah, Jane, Alec, etc. If all actors pull their weight, the filming holds consistency to the books, and previous movie, I see the movie succeeding. But, if anyone of these important facets fail, so too does the film, and ultimately the sequels afterwards. Just look at how many movies were awesome, but the sequels failed because of these reasons.
  • i soo agree with you on that comment drew
  • BAM6AM88
    yup yup exactly. just stay true with the books and everyone will be content. i know i will =]
  • kitty0977
    dakota is an okay choice but i believe that


    jodelle ferland

    i

    s the best choice
  • KOPY KAT
    JODELLE FERLAND!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  • Coheed
    I think she would the best actress you could get, to play Jane.

    One Jodelle's personal Quotes

    "They like to cast me for scary roles. I think it's because they want you to be scared, but also to like the little girl."

    She's a way better pick then Dakota Fanning
  • Avril C
    Oh…I really like her…I think she fits perfectly in the description of Jane with the benefit that she is also an outstanding actress…so, for me it is a great choice and the fact that she is “a big fan of the series” only makes it better because that means she is passionate about the book and hopefully she will bring that passion to the movie. I hope she really gets the part. I know the preference of many twilighters is that unknown actors get pick for the movie….but come on people!!!....there is no reason to be that radical…the girl is great and between her and an unknown who doesn’t do it well….it is great to have her!
  • XOXOtania
    i just wonder who is gonna play alec
  • Twi-Tiana_7
    i think shes an excellent choice for jane:)
    ....i think Karen Shanez David would make a good leah....look her up and tell meh what you think
  • Allie
    its a horrible choice......... it should be someone older
  • 1 of all allie i always pictured jane looking thirteen fourteen or a few years older then that but she wasn't ever an woman she got change young so she is a great choice she can totally play that evilish girl that is jane TOTALLY! ^-^ :P :D team EDWARD!
  • Coheed
    Jodelle Ferland would be a better choice!
  • Coheed
    Jane is slight with short, pale brown hair. She has a rather slim and androgynous figure. She has an angelic face, which is the only thing that keeps her from being mistaken for a boy. She has wide eyes, full lips, and a childlike voice. Her eyes are red/black. Along with her face being angelic, it is also described as being fiercly childlike. She is in her early teen years

    So it should be someone youger but I agree Dakota Fanning is a HORRILBE CHOICE!
  • Christina
    I think she would be great as jane!
  • kristenISbella
    As I've said since her name was first mentioned, I think she would be great as Jane! I she has even half of the talent she had as a little girl she'll definitely do the part justice.
  • sasstwi
    I just can't wait for the movie! :)
  • Katie
    Oh, I hope she gets the part of Jane!
    In my view, she looks the part (just needs brunette/dark brown hair) and Dakota is a phenomenal actress. She's very talented for someone who is barely fifteen (but turning next month!)

    She has the looks and the acting ability - so why not? Plus, she loves the books - dedication, and she gets what Jane is supposed to act like beforehand.

    I admit, at first I wanted Jodelle Ferland, but I hadn't thought of Dakota Fanning, and now I think that Dakota is definitely the better choice.
  • Andrea
    I think that Dakota would be a great choice cuz jane is suppose to have that babyish look but also kinda older and dakota fits that perfectly
  • Yone
    tom felton should play alec in new moon.alongside with dakota
  • anen87
    Let's keep it Indie
  • Yes
    She will be perfect and since she is a very good actress she'll do an excelent job as jaNE!
  • Coheed
    A perfect choice, no way.... a perfect choice would be Jodelle Ferland
  • TwilightLover21
    I love the idea of her being jane!!!!! it would be so perfect. She looks like a vampire (in a good way of course)!
  • kitty0977
    dakota is an okay choice but i believe that

    jodelle ferland
    i
    s the best choice
  • XOXOtania
    i just wonder who is gonna play alec
  • 1 of all allie i always pictured jane looking thirteen fourteen or a few years older then that but she wasn't ever an woman she got change young so she is a great choice she can totally play that evilish girl that is jane TOTALLY! ^-^ :P :D team EDWARD!
  • Christina
    I think she would be great as jane!
  • XOXOtania
    most definitely agree!!!
  • kristenISbella
    As I've said since her name was first mentioned, I think she would be great as Jane! I she has even half of the talent she had as a little girl she'll definitely do the part justice.
  • Katie
    Oh, I hope she gets the part of Jane!
    In my view, she looks the part (just needs brunette/dark brown hair) and Dakota is a phenomenal actress. She's very talented for someone who is barely fifteen (but turning next month!)
    She has the looks and the acting ability - so why not? Plus, she loves the books - dedication, and she gets what Jane is supposed to act like beforehand.
    I admit, at first I wanted Jodelle Ferland, but I hadn't thought of Dakota Fanning, and now I think that Dakota is definitely the better choice.
  • Andrea
    I think that Dakota would be a great choice cuz jane is suppose to have that babyish look but also kinda older and dakota fits that perfectly
  • Yone
    tom felton should play alec in new moon.alongside with dakota
  • anen87
    Let's keep it Indie
  • Nicky
    I think Jodelle Ferland and Gaspard would look excellent together as Jane and Aro!
  • XOXOtania
    most definitely agree!!!
  • I think she'd be a great jane ^^~. I'm not sure who the other actors are, I just hope they make a good choice. And I'm sure Dakoto will do a great job =). She's already very enthusiastic ;).
  • Nicky
    I think Jodelle Ferland and Gaspard would look excellent together as Jane and Aro!
  • Willeke
    I think she'd be a great jane ^^~. I'm not sure who the other actors are, I just hope they make a good choice. And I'm sure Dakoto will do a great job =). She's already very enthusiastic ;).
  • TAYLORFAN!
    I think that Dakota is an excellent choice! Especially since she's a big fan of the books. So I think that this is the best choice for Jane!!
  • TAYLORFAN!
    I think that Dakota is an excellent choice! Especially since she's a big fan of the books. So I think that this is the best choice for Jane!!
  • Luigi
    JODELLE FERLAND!!!!!


    she played the frikin devil already so shed be sure to pull off Jane!

    Plus she looks pretty fucking evil already.
  • mlmlo
    NOOOOOOOO-She's nothing like what I pictured. I think a no name should still play jane.
  • Drew
    I am actually susprised that producers are even discussing jane and alec in the movie. Especially Alec. If they are cutting leah out, what are the chances Alec would survive, and maybe Jane too. I mean new moon centers around Jacob and Bella, the rest is just side stories leading to eclipse and breaking dawn.
  • Luigi
    JODELLE FERLAND!!!!!

    she played the frikin devil already so shed be sure to pull off Jane!
    Plus she looks pretty fucking evil already.
  • Luigi
    JODEEEELLEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  • mrs_SpunkRansom
    I think they shouldn't be getting actors/actresses that are kinda big already. They should cast someone who is not famous so they won't outshine the original casts. Oh and please, no kids from Disney…they're just not Twilight Saga material, sorry nothing personal
  • mlmlo
    NOOOOOOOO-She's nothing like what I pictured. I think a no name should still play jane.
  • Drew
    I am actually susprised that producers are even discussing jane and alec in the movie. Especially Alec. If they are cutting leah out, what are the chances Alec would survive, and maybe Jane too. I mean new moon centers around Jacob and Bella, the rest is just side stories leading to eclipse and breaking dawn.
  • Luigi
    JODEEEELLEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  • mrs_SpunkRansom
    I think they shouldn't be getting actors/actresses that are kinda big already. They should cast someone who is not famous so they won't outshine the original casts. Oh and please, no kids from Disney…they're just not Twilight Saga material, sorry nothing personal
  • Twilove08
    I think Annasophia Robb who played in "The Reaping" and "Because of Winn Dixie" would be a better fit for Jane. She was so scary in the Reaping and is definitley blonde with an Angelic face. She would be my first pick - Dakota Fanning second though.
  • anonymous
    There's no point in whining about who -should- play who. If they don't even ask for the job, they're not going to get asked..


    yah sure, Jodelle would be great.. But who knows? She could have other things going on, and never even applied for the job.



    But seriously Tom? Gimme a break. Just because they imported one harry potter character, doesn't mean they're going to import them all.

    The Harry Potter series died, the moment it was announced that Twilight was hitting the big screens. In all honesty, Tom is a great actor.. but I just can't see him playing a vampire.



    I think it's kind of ironic that people are saying "don't put Dakota in, she's too big of a name" when everyone is crying for other "well known actors" (and I'm not going by how many movies they've been in.. seriously. Tom is probably just as well known for being Draco in Harry Potter)

    Everyone deserves the roles they were given, and I think Dakota would do a wonderful job if she was given the position to do so.
  • edwardbella88
    She is okay for the part..
  • Twilove08
    I think Annasophia Robb who played in "The Reaping" and "Because of Winn Dixie" would be a better fit for Jane. She was so scary in the Reaping and is definitley blonde with an Angelic face. She would be my first pick - Dakota Fanning second though.
  • anonymous
    There's no point in whining about who -should- play who. If they don't even ask for the job, they're not going to get asked..

    yah sure, Jodelle would be great.. But who knows? She could have other things going on, and never even applied for the job.

    But seriously Tom? Gimme a break. Just because they imported one harry potter character, doesn't mean they're going to import them all.
    The Harry Potter series died, the moment it was announced that Twilight was hitting the big screens. In all honesty, Tom is a great actor.. but I just can't see him playing a vampire.

    I think it's kind of ironic that people are saying "don't put Dakota in, she's too big of a name" when everyone is crying for other "well known actors" (and I'm not going by how many movies they've been in.. seriously. Tom is probably just as well known for being Draco in Harry Potter)
    Everyone deserves the roles they were given, and I think Dakota would do a wonderful job if she was given the position to do so.
  • jacobbella88
    She is okay for the part..
  • Brittany
    yea she is she could be someone else and pull it off better
  • erica
    WHAT DAKOTA FANNING?


    NOOO



    WHY?!?



    get someone GOOD
  • Alyssa
    I don't think she would be a good actress for Jane. She is too much of a known star and it would ruin the realness of it, knowing that she is an actor! But, she is a great actress.... just for something different!
  • erica
    WHAT DAKOTA FANNING?

    NOOO

    WHY?!?

    get someone GOOD
  • Alyssa
    I don't think she would be a good actress for Jane. She is too much of a known star and it would ruin the realness of it, knowing that she is an actor! But, she is a great actress.... just for something different!
  • Brittany
    Dakota would be good for Jane but once i heard the news i thought she might be one of the kids that holds on to her mom in the book when bella is running to get edward so he doesnt go out in the sun ....in London
  • Brittany
    yea she is she could be someone else and pull it off better
  • Brittany
    Dakota would be good for Jane but once i heard the news i thought she might be one of the kids that holds on to her mom in the book when bella is running to get edward so he doesnt go out in the sun ....in London
  • Coheed
    I think she would the best actress you could get, to play Jane.


    One Jodelle's personal Quotes



    "They like to cast me for scary roles. I think it's because they want you to be scared, but also to like the little girl."



    She's a way better pick then Dakota Fanning
  • Coheed
    Jane is slight with short, pale brown hair. She has a rather slim and androgynous figure. She has an angelic face, which is the only thing that keeps her from being mistaken for a boy. She has wide eyes, full lips, and a childlike voice. Her eyes are red/black. Along with her face being angelic, it is also described as being fiercly childlike. She is in her early teen years


    So it should be someone youger but I agree Dakota Fanning is a HORRILBE CHOICE!
  • Coheed
    Jodelle Ferland would be a better choice!
  • Coheed
    A perfect choice, no way.... a perfect choice would be Jodelle Ferland
  • Coheed
    No for Dakota Fanning


    Yes for Jodelle Ferland
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  • Coheed
    No for Dakota Fanning

    Yes for Jodelle Ferland
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  • TaylorLautnerLover
    they are turning this movie into disney. its like the next hsm.
  • TaylorLautnerLover
    they are turning this movie into disney. its like the next hsm.
  • Sarah
    I've always picture Jodelle Ferland as Jane. She's an extraordinary actress. Her look fits Jane and would blow everyone's socks off. Plus, and it's a big plus, is that her face is new and fresh. Seeing Dakota would bring the level of excitement down~because it would almost be like seeing your sister in the part. No offense to Dakota fans~she's just in tooo many movies to make the part special.
  • Sarah
    I've always picture Jodelle Ferland as Jane. She's an extraordinary actress. Her look fits Jane and would blow everyone's socks off. Plus, and it's a big plus, is that her face is new and fresh. Seeing Dakota would bring the level of excitement down~because it would almost be like seeing your sister in the part. No offense to Dakota fans~she's just in tooo many movies to make the part special.
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