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Originally Posted by gee_ess
I agree and after seeing the movie, I think the remaining movies could definitely benefit from a different director. Surely, the decisions that were made (i.e. the ridiculously pasty white makeup on Carlisle or the letdown when we actually saw Edward in the sunlight - hello, special effects anyone?) were the director's. I thought the movie was a disappointment...but still enjoyed it just to see what ended up on the big screen. I, for one, am hoping that next movies are a big improvement in quality.
Sorry to be such a Debbie Downer! I do love the books!!
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My understanding is that Catherine Hardwicke had an EXTREMELY limited budget for special effects given to her by the studio. Thus the subpar renderings of flight, climbing, diamond-like vampire skin, etc. I saw an interview with her about this somewhere.