MTV has an interesting article in regards to a survey that Fandango has for users to fill out when purchasing their New Moon tickets.  They recently caught up with Fandango spokesperson Harry Medved. Here is what he had to say about the survey conducted -

2,500 recent “New Moon” ticket-buyers surveyed, an astounding 96 percent had read the novel — and 94 percent had read the entire series. But the tale gets even more interesting when you realize that 68 percent of the ticket-buyers weren’t aware of the “Twilight” franchise until the first film was released in November 2008. So, in essence, only 32 percent of the fans who have bought “New Moon” tickets have been “Twilight” fans for longer than 12 months.The next question on the survey (which would pop up after a fan purchased a “New Moon” ticket on Fandango) revolved around series newcomer Chris Weitz, who initially faced harsh criticism from the fanbase when he was chosen to replace “Twilight” director Catherine Hardwicke. Asked if they had faith the “Golden Compass” filmmaker would do a good job with “New Moon,” 95 percent of Twilighters answered positively.

A big part of that turnaround, it would seem, is the commonly held belief among Twilighters that Weitz will do a better job with the action scenes than his predecessor would have. Indeed, 93 percent of all buyers had watched the “New Moon” trailers online, with 77 percent saying the action scenes were a main draw and 98 percent (!) saying the action glimpsed in “New Moon” looked better than “Twilight.”

Fifty-three percent of Twilighters surveyed plan to see the first “New Moon” show at midnight; 26 percent will see it at a different time opening day; and 21 percent will see it during opening week or thereafter. Out of that crowd, 79 percent are making plans to bring three or more friends.

Lastly, Fandango even has stats on the Team Edward vs. Team Jacob rivalry — and, well, it’s not looking pretty for Taylor Lautner. Although “New Moon” will feature far more screen time for Jacob Black, only 17 percent of ticket-buyers said they’d choose him, while 83 percent are Team Edward.

“I’m personally bummed that Jacob doesn’t get more respect from the fans,” Medved laughed. “He’s a nice guy, and he deserves better.”

You can check out the rest of the article over at MTV!

[Thanks, SnowyHedwig!]

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Looks pretty forkin’ awesome! You’ll be able to see the whole clip this Thursday on Access Hollywood!

[Thanks, BellaCullen13, Kierstyn, realmenglitter (so true!!), bam6am88, Aleksandra, Tia, and JayPat!]

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Awesome  new footage of New Moon that was released today via iTunes. Bella lays the smack down on Paul. Paul is all “its on like Donkey Kong!”.  And Jacob is all  “Oh no you just didn’t!!!”.

The wolves look great! Much better then what they looked like in previous trailers! Jacob Wolf made the hair stand up on my arms!

I don’t know about all of you, but I am SUPER giddy and excited today! Not only was I finally able to pick up my copy of the New Moon Soundtrack (it was just released in Canada today) but today is October 20th!! One month before New Moon opens! (Unless you are in selected areas, that get it earlier!). Squeeee!

4 weeks to go guys! What are you going to wear to the movie? How early are you going to go and wait in line? I’d tell you how early I’m going but you may laugh!

UPDATE:Check out PopSugarRush’s HD version of the newly released mini trailer including some New Moon stills … After the break!
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Squeee for all our UK readers! New Moon tickets are finally on sale! And of course, there are midnight showings available!

You can purchase your tickets at Odeon, MovieTickets, MyVue, and Showcase!

[Thank you to EVERYONE who has sent this in! Sorry for the delay in posting! Swamped by emails! lol]

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Make sure you tune into Entertainment Tonight on Monday to see the actual scene, plus more never-seen-before New Moon footage!

“Paul .. PAUL!! Get back NOW!!” – Sam

AWESOME!

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AMC Theatres if offering you the chance to ‘Relive the Saga’ and watch Twilight at 9pm followed by a midnight showing on New Moon!

Gaaaah why can’t the UK realise we need midnight showings….the theaters here are losing serious ££££’s that night!

[Source: AMC.  Thanks Chrissy!!]

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People Magazine has a special treat coming out for all the Twilight Saga  New Moon fans – a New Moon Collectors Edition, hitting stands this Friday October 16th!

People Magazine gives us an exclusive sneak peek of what is inside the New Moon Special Edition -

New Moon “is the beginning of a love triangle,” says Taylor Lautner who plays Bella’s best friend and werewolf Jacob.  “I get nervous trying to represent Team Jacob in the right way.  This guy is some pretty good competition,” admitted Lautner (before a scene with Robert Pattinson).   “The fans would love anybody who played Jacob.  I’m just lucky to be the one who got the chance.”  Thanks to flashbacks, “there is more Edward in the film,” says Weitz.  “Viewers will see him more often than Bella sees him in the book.”

This special collector’s edition also takes a look at the chemistry between Kristen and Robert in both their professional and personal lives.  Director-turned-matchmaker Catherine Hardwicke says that Pattinson and Stewart had sparks flying between them from the first “Action!”  Everyone noticed the connection instantly – especially Pattinson himself.  “When I read Twilight, and there are these moony descriptions of Edward as a godlike figure, I thought there was no way I could play him,” he recalls.  “But when I got in the room with Kristen, there was a certain chemistry.  She’s basically the reason I did the movie.”  While filming Twilight, one romantic scene between Pattinson and Stewart told Hardwicke everything she needed to know.  “When they were kissing,” she recalls with a smile, “Rob got a little passionate and fell off the bed!”  Despite concerns about mixing love and work, the two finally succumbed to their feelings.  “They’re genuine, and they’re very talented,” explains costar Ashley Greene of the common ground they share.  “It’s like a secret potion that you can’t really pinpoint, but they both have it.”

PEOPLE also reports about all the hoopla surrounding the Twilight phenomenon – the screaming teens, the buzzing chat rooms, the collector dolls. Take it from Ashley Greene, the Twilight frenzy is out of control. “Kellan Lutz and I look at each other and go, ‘What is going on? This is so insane!’” says the actress who plays Alice. “It’s very different from anything that I’ve experienced. But the fans are so passionate. Seriously, this is the coolest job in the world with the best fans.” Craziest Twilight tie-in? Two adjacent corn mazes in Utah, expertly landscaped to spell out Team Edward and Team Jacob.

Sounds like its worth picking up! Oh, and if you do want to get your very own copy – People Magazine is offering $1.00 off the New Moon Special issue. You can get your coupon here!

FYI – There is also a little *teaser* inside this Special issue – the first still from Eclipse of Bella and Edward! You can check it out over at EclipseMovie.org! It’s pretty awesome!

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The Official New Moon website now has a new Volturi Estate area that has bio’s on Aro, Caius, Jane and Marcus.

The page opens up with Aro saying…‘Your gift will make for an intriguing immortal’….wooo 36 days and counting!

Check out all the Volutri Estate at NewMoontheMovie.com

[Source: NewMoontheMovie. Thanks Jaypat!]

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Summit Entertainment created a twitter account as of today. Right now only New Moon director Chris Weitz has been tweeting. He stated that this is the official New Moon twitter account, however it is listed under Summit Entertainment.

Chris shared an awesome pic of himself at the sound mixing stage. As you can see there is a huge screen with a picture of Bella Swan. It appears to be the scene in New Moon when she returns to the meadow (trying to ’see’ the visions of Edward again) and she is closing her eyes trying to remember being there with him (in Twilight).

Here are some of the other tweets that Chris has shared with us so far today. Including updated information on New Moon’s running time -

You can follow Summit Entertainment’s Official New Moon Twitter (aka Chris Weitz) here!

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