Eagle Pictures, the distributors of New Moon in Italy, have just sent out a press release confirming a lot of what we know about the filming schedule and details in Montepulciano. Here’s an English translation of the original–

In a few days to complete the cast arrives in Italy to turn Montepulciano two chapters in the book NEW MOON, second episode of the Twilight saga, is set in Volterra. The course will be set blindatissimo.

Tomorrow [today, ndr.] Pattinson flying from Cannes to Rome. Then will drive to Montepulciano. Filming Italian start on set May 26 and end on 29th This is the cast list of a hill

• Kristen Stewart – Bella
• Robert Pattinson – Edward
• Ashley Greene – Alice Cullen
• Daniel Cudmore – FELIX – Volturi
• Charlie Bewley – DEMETRA – Volturi
• Dakota Fanning – JANE – Volturi
• Chris Weitz – Director

On May 30 there will be in Montepulciano a gathering of all the Italian twilighters, expected more than 5,000 girls. Many are from ‘broad there are those who come even from Japan. There is no longer a free hotel within a radius of 20 km.

Meanwhile, the historic center of Montepulciano is preparing to receive the set.

L ‘Androne Hall Michelozzo attributed to the great Florentine Renaissance architect, and the famous cloister were painted dark red, under the attentive eyes of the technicians and the’ administration. For weeks the girls will file photograph in front of the ‘hall.

Piazza Grande was just the fountain described in the book, it is 7 meters long and made of wood and paper.

[Photo from TwilightersItalia, Thanks for the translation, Lissie!]

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Time for another caption contest! Think up something funny to say about this picture, and the winner will win a Limited Edition Twilight Trading Card Set that includes an autograph of Peter Facinelli from only 5000 sets made!

To play, leave a comment below in the form of–

CAPTION: “Your Caption Here”

If you see a caption you like, press “Like” under the comment. The person with the most “Likes” in the comments by tomorrow at Midnight EST will win the prize. You’re welcome to participate from anywhere (and as many times as you like….within reason ), but I can only ship to the US. Sorry!

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Alex Meraz, who plays Paul in New Moon, has just been announced to attend a Q&A / photo session / autograph signing event at the London Film and Comic Con ’09. The event takes place on July 18th and 19th. Already scheduled to attend is Peter Facinelli as well as Justin Chon from New Moon.

This is Alex’s first world signing so this is an opportunity not to be missed.

[thanks, Tsaress from AlexMerazFan!]

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A wolf t-shirt on Amazon quickly became the #1 seller in clothing recently, defying all expectations. The reasons may have more to do with humorous reviews (read this one, for example), and the New Moon connection may be tenuous at best, but the Washington Post has picked up on the story and noted–

The company certainly doesn’t mind the shirt’s recent uptick in sales: “Three Wolf Moon” is sold out, and the Mountain has started printing up a fresh batch. It seems that the wolf theme was growing in popularity even before the Internet hipsters descended, McGloin said.

“Wolf shirts are super hot right now,” he said. “It’s the year of the wolf, I guess.”

Check out the kickin’ shirt on Amazon to see what all the hubbub is about.

[thanks, Sarawr & Jenny!]

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Summit has updated the official Twilight Saga Website to reflect New Moon. The site is pretty sparse right now, but you can now download wallpapers, send e-cards or grab the official New Moon widget.

Check out the new site at TwilightTheMovie.com.

[thanks, Candy!]

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New Moon wolf star Taylor Lautner returned to Los Angeles and in the LAX airport he gave some wicked funny faces to the paps in order to play along. Check out all the adorable pictures over at Just Jared Jr.

[thanks, Sally!]

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