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entertainment6 months ago

Catherine Hardwicke Reflects on Twilight Success and Industry Challenges for Women Directors

Catherine Hardwicke, director of Twilight, revealed that after the film's success, she was given a mini cupcake as a congratulatory gift, highlighting the gender inequality in the film industry where male directors receive substantial rewards like cars or deals, whereas women often receive minimal recognition. Despite the film's massive success, she was also dropped from the sequel and faced challenges in her subsequent projects.

via Variety|
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entertainment2 years ago

Kristen Stewart's Surprise Twilight Reunion at Robert Pattinson's Birthday Party

Catherine Hardwicke, the director of the first Twilight film, revealed that she crashed Robert Pattinson's 37th birthday party along with Kristen Stewart, his ex-girlfriend and co-star in the Twilight series. Hardwicke reminisced about the massive success of the 2008 film and how it changed the lives of the cast. She also shared some behind-the-scenes secrets, including the initial doubts about attracting a male audience, the changes made to the script, and Stephanie Meyer's involvement in the adaptation process.

via E! NEWS|
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entertainment2 years ago

Unveiling 'Twilight': Director spills secrets, 15 years later

Director Catherine Hardwicke reveals behind-the-scenes secrets from the making of the first Twilight film, including using melted cheese for vampire skin, choosing iconic songs for key scenes, and improvising lines. Hardwicke discusses the importance of capturing memorable moments from the book, such as the biology class scene and the vampire reveal in the forest. She also shares insights into the challenges of filming the baseball scene and the fight between Edward and James. Additionally, Hardwicke explains how she incorporated the actors' talents and created magical moments on set.

via Entertainment Weekly News|
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entertainment2 years ago

Studio Doubts Robert Pattinson's Looks for 'Twilight' Role

Director Catherine Hardwicke revealed that the studio behind the Twilight franchise initially had concerns about Robert Pattinson's looks during the casting process for the role of Edward. However, Hardwicke was convinced that Pattinson's appearance worked both in person and on screen. After showing auditions to Summit Entertainment executives, they questioned whether Pattinson could look good for the role, but Hardwicke assured them that with a makeover and physical training, he would be "gorgeous." Pattinson eventually landed the role, and the rest is history.

via Deadline|
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entertainment2 years ago

The Infamous 'Spider-Monkey' Line in Twilight: Robert Pattinson Takes the Heat

Robert Pattinson, the actor known for his role as Edward Cullen in the Twilight saga, chose the infamous "spider-monkey" line for the first movie. Director Catherine Hardwicke revealed that Pattinson had a choice between different cringeworthy lines, but he opted for the one that has become a meme and a source of jokes. With a Twilight remake in the works, fans can expect more potentially cringeworthy lines in the future.

via Startefacts|
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film2 years ago

The Director of 'Thirteen' Reveals the Shocking Paycheck

Director Catherine Hardwicke reflects on her film "Thirteen" as it celebrates its 20th anniversary, discussing the challenges of getting the R-rated movie made and its continued relevance. The film, which explores the pressures and experiences of teenagers, resonates with audiences today, as evidenced by its popularity on TikTok with over 1.6 billion interactions. Hardwicke praises the performances of the cast, including Evan Rachel Wood and Holly Hunter, and emphasizes the film's honest portrayal of real emotions.

via Deadline|
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film2 years ago

Exploring the Impact of 'Mafia Mamma': A Feminist Twist on a Classic Tale.

Director Catherine Hardwicke's latest film, Mafia Mamma, is a high-concept comedy that puts a "bizarro feminist twist" on The Godfather. Starring Toni Collette as a timid American woman who becomes the head of the Cosa Nostra in Italy, the film is filled with fish-out-of-water laughs and hijinks, but also has a central metaphor of an insecure woman finding empowerment in a patriarchal world. Monica Bellucci co-stars as the firm's consigliere.

via Yahoo Entertainment|
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film-review2 years ago

Toni Collette's 'Mafia Mamma' offers a feminist twist on the classic mobster genre.

"Mafia Mamma" directed by Catherine Hardwicke and starring Toni Collette is a premise in search of fleshed-out characters. The film lives in the uncanny valley between incompetent and unwatchable, with outdated notions of female empowerment. The Italian and clueless American stereotypes wouldn’t be so terrible if the film succeeded in being a satire, or at least the jokes were ever funny. The film plays like nothing more than an excuse for Collette, Hardwicke, and company to vacation in Italy.

via Roger Ebert|
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film2 years ago

Toni Collette Shines as Unlikely Mafia Boss in "Mafia Mamma"

"Mafia Mamma" is a new mob comedy film starring Toni Collette as an American woman who becomes the head of an Italian crime family after inheriting her grandfather's business. While the film has a promising premise, it falls short of expectations and feels like a familiar story. Collette's performance is a highlight, along with Monica Bellucci's supporting role. The film is directed by Catherine Hardwicke and released by Bleecker Street.

via Deadline|
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entertainment2 years ago

Mixed Reviews for Toni Collette's Mob Comedy 'Mafia Mamma'

Mafia Mamma, starring Toni Collette as a suburban mom turned mafia don, fails to live up to its potential despite having all the right ingredients. Director Catherine Hardwicke treats the movie-making process like an improvisational dish, resulting in a tragic freefall. Collette and Monica Bellucci's committed performances aren't enough to hold up the weight of the cinder blocks strapped to the film's proverbial feet. The dated script is filled with antiquated humor, and the Italian characters function like trite clichés. The film lacks aesthetic flair and comedic timing, and the direction further quashes all of the film's promise before it even reaches its halfway point.

via The Daily Beast|
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