'The Road,' 'Twilight' are must-sees

Leslie, Albuquerque — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 13:42:22 GMT

Unfortunately "limited release" movies very rarely make their way here and if they do they always manage to show when I'm working. So as interested as I am in Frost/Nixon I'll have to wait for the DVD release I imagine.
I have, however, been badgered, harried, and finally bribed into taking my daughter to see Twilight. She bought me the book for my birthday and I have to say while it isn't fine literature, it's fun and fluffy and strangely addicting, and also a nice break from having to think too hard. I think Kristen Stewart will make a decent Bella but my daughter is still upset about the casting of Edward. Or in her words, "Not only is he NOT how I pictured Edward, he's stuck in my head as Cedric Diggory!" Poor kid...I'm sure she'll live though.

'The Road,' 'Twilight' are must-sees

Christine, Frederick MD — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 16:43:45 GMT

We go to the movie theatre 5 or 6 times a year. Our plasma screen, popcorn popper and Netflix subscription ensure that we see almost everything that interests us without paying an arm and a leg for the experience. Occasionally a movie comes along that just needs the big screen - sometimes a really good comedy benefits from the theater full of people all laughing, and sometimes the special effects just need that great big screen. But we're finding that we go out to movies less and less now. When we do go, we don't visit the concession stand. It's not the ticket prices that bother me, it's the concession prices! We'd rather go for dinner before or after than pay the prices theaters charge for popcorn and drinks - just on principle.

'The Road,' 'Twilight' are must-sees

Olivia James, DeRidder, La — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 16:49:15 GMT

I'm very eager to see The Secret Life of Bees. It's my favorite book, and even though I know the movie will not do justice, I have to see it regardless.

'The Road,' 'Twilight' are must-sees

jersey girl — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 17:16:51 GMT

OMG, I cannot wait for Twighlight to come out, I havent been to the movies in ages, and I dont even have a small child anymore...lol.. I am on the 3rd book (Eclipse) in the twighlight series, and you can google twilight adn there are websites that have t-shirts, hats,keychains etc for the movie, Team Edward, Team Jacob, I am way too old for this book, however it was just so much fun I got addicted to it and couldnt wait to read the 2nd, now the 3rd, and the 4th is waiting for me

'The Road,' 'Twilight' are must-sees

Stacie, Seattle, WA — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 17:31:29 GMT

Frost/Nixon and The Road can both wait for DVD as far as I'm concerned. A movie has to be better on the big screen for me to jump and go see it in theaters. For that reason the poorly-named Quantum of Solace is the next movie I'm excited about.

'The Road,' 'Twilight' are must-sees

Kurt Schlosser — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 17:40:04 GMT

Ed note: Oops! Thanks for pointing out that we had the wrong actor playing Edward R. Murrow in "Good Night, and Good Luck."

'The Road,' 'Twilight' are must-sees

Nelda C. — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 18:20:07 GMT

I have been informed by my 14 yr old daughter that ALL she wants is tickets to see Twighlight for her 15th birthday. The premier is 10 days after her birthday.

'The Road,' 'Twilight' are must-sees

Valerie, Middle-of-Nowhere, Nebraska — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 18:38:02 GMT

I am anxioulsy awaiting Twilight, as is my 13 year old daughter. I read all four books earlier this month in a matter of 6 days, I try to know what my daughter is reading. I, too was hooked. Gael is right, not Shakespeare, but what plot! My daughter has a countdown until the movie is released!

'The Road,' 'Twilight' are must-sees

Wendy Saint Albans, Vermont — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 19:45:57 GMT

I have a ten month old as well so making it to see a movie can be tough in the winter. We still have a drive in in my town so I got to see most of the summer blockbusters on the big screen and they still do double features so even more of a bonus. Winter is the dry spell so the summer moves are always the ones that I look forward to like the Harry Potter film

'The Road,' 'Twilight' are must-sees

Twilight Merch — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 22:44:52 GMT

Twilight is definitely the MUST SEE film of the year! After reading the books it becomes difficult not compare the dazzling charm of Edward Cullen to normal human boys or men. I've actually become concerned that my own daughter may never find someone that lives up to her expectations now that she's been bitten by the Twilight Saga. Our next family vacation may be a road trip to Forks. What are the chances that she'll meet up with a sparkling handsome vampire who drives a shiny silver Volvo?

'The Road,' 'Twilight' are must-sees

BV, Joliet IL — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 22:46:52 GMT

The one I absolutely can't wait to see is "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button". I've seen the previews and read the original short story, and am dying to see it. I've never been big on Brad Pitt, but this movie looks great. Plus, the previews alone tell me it has some improvements over the original story.

'The Road,' 'Twilight' are must-sees

Kalo, SLC, UT — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 02:58:16 GMT

I'm so excited to see the Twilight film. I'm a HUGE TWILIGHT FAN and I really hope the movie is half as good as the books !!!

'The Road,' 'Twilight' are must-sees

BlendyWee, Mesa, AZ — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 03:01:52 GMT

I've been to the movies just 3 times this year: Brideshead Revisited (on a rare date night with my husband), Wall-e, with my youngest son, and Tropic Thunder with my cousin and sister. All terrific and completely different types of movies and very well worth the money spent. I would like to see Hamlet 2, Steve Coogan is always amazing.

'The Road,' 'Twilight' are must-sees

Doris Bell, Olney, MD — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 12:39:37 GMT

The only upcoming movie that I'd like to see (and will be able to get my husband to!) is Quantum of Solace. Vampires? Bring back Moonlight (with lots of Josef--my fave) and Angel (with lots of Lindsey, ditto!).

'The Road,' 'Twilight' are must-sees

Pholla, Lowell, MA — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 13:23:13 GMT

I can't wait for Twilight to come out. I even got my brother hooked on it! Although, he try to keep that on a hush hush as much as possible. I have absolutely 100% faith in Robert Pattinson in his portrayal of Edward Cullen. I think he will be the perfect Edward. I think everyone's acting will be amazing. Needless to say, I am addicted to the series and anything and everything about the movie!

'The Road,' 'Twilight' are must-sees

Alexis — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 17:04:34 GMT

Twilight is no shakespeare. But it's not even at the YA writing level!!! The repetitions, cliches, and dated world view makes me lament for the taste of America. It sounds like a fantasy imagined and written by a suburban 11 year old who's read too much manga. I read these books, expecting it to be better, not believing so many people can enjoy reading something so bad.

With that said, I am looking forward to the movie. It will have different writers, the basic plot is rather intriguing, and pandering books below the literary average make the best 1.25 hr films. (Just ask Nicholas Sparks).

'The Road,' 'Twilight' are must-sees

twilight fan, Buffalo, NY — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 17:07:28 GMT

Dtto Valerie's message above. I read all 4 books of the "Twilight" series within a week, and so did my 2 co-workers. I think all young girls fantasize about a love such as Bella & Edward have, this could be why all us Moms also love the books! I don't think the chemistry between Bella and Edward can ever be transferred to the screen, but I look forward to the movie nonetheless.

'The Road,' 'Twilight' are must-sees

Melanie, New Haven, CT — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 17:47:57 GMT

I can't wait for Twilight. I NEVER go to the movie theater, but you can count me in for the opening night of Twilight. I can't get enough of the books...I just finished New Moon. I am Twilight Obsessed...I hope the movie will do the books justice.

'The Road,' 'Twilight' are must-sees

Noble Experiments, Gig Harbor, Washington — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 20:43:04 GMT

Twilight Merch (and other "Twilight" fans), you'll be happy to know that there's a thriving business in Forks relating to everything Swan/Cullen, including a guided tour of the house the locals say "should" be the Swan house. You'll be in good company; apparently they get Twilight Tourists from all over the world.

'The Road,' 'Twilight' are must-sees

Bella Cullen, Connecticut — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 21:40:44 GMT

Twilight and The Dark Knight are definitely the MUST SEE film of the year! I can't wait for Twilight. I wonder how close it will follow the book and I wonder how the movie will be accepted by fans. I think it will be so hard to actually play Edward and Bella...I can't wait to see how they do!

'The Road,' 'Twilight' are must-sees

Brenda, Brownsville Texas — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 00:36:25 GMT

I'm very excited for Twilight!

'The Road,' 'Twilight' are must-sees

Kimberly Cincinnati, Ohio — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 12:51:14 GMT

I don't think they could have casted Twilight any better. Not only do Bella (Kristen Stewart) and Edward (Robert Pattison) fit the bill perfectly, I'm dying to see him and his twisted smile. Yum yum.

'The Road,' 'Twilight' are must-sees

Sophie, Reno, NV — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 16:04:27 GMT

I believe that Robert Pattison's going to make a perfect Edward (Cedric, aside). Have you seen the Twilight trailer in the Penelope DVD? He's exactly the way I pictured Edward. As for "The Road," that's going to be one flick I can't miss either as well. We have 3 kids (9,5 and 3) so we're all about Netflix but for those two movies we'll have to factor in the Babysitter Budget.

'The Road,' 'Twilight' are must-sees

Nathan in Washington — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 20:53:24 GMT

I recently saw that "The Road" was being made into a movie and was interested about this story. So that night I picked up the book and didn't go to bed until I finished. This too is on my to-see list this fall.

'The Road,' 'Twilight' are must-sees

Allan, NE — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 19:23:20 GMT

Gael, help! I was explaining something at work today and thought of an old commercial. It had a guy yelling, "It's the same thing!" None of us can remember what the heck that commercial was for, and I am not finding it very easily with a Google search. Any help?

Thanks.

'The Road,' 'Twilight' are must-sees

Marj, Madison WI — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 17:25:18 GMT

I, too, am older than the normal audience for Twilight, but I also read all 4 books over a weekend in order to stay in touch with what my kids are reading. It was an enjoyable series (not quite Harry Potter equal), but it was The Secret Life of Bees that I read in a few hours which I am really anxiously awaiting. Twilight in on the list to go to with the kids, but SLoB will be my pleasure to see with no children!

'The Road,' 'Twilight' are must-sees

Jeff, Tulsa OK — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 21:11:34 GMT

Can't wait for Frost/Nixon. I understand that several key scenes are completely fictional (read: never happened) but the screenplay is written by the same guy who wrote "The Queen" and "The Last King of Scotland," which both held little interest to me initially but absolutely drew me in when I finally broke down and watched them. Hope this is just as intoxicating!