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The Twilight Saga: New Moon

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After the abrupt departure of Edward, her vampire love, Bella finds comfort in her deepening friendship with Jacob Black. However Bella's loyalties are put to the test as she becomes drawn into the world of werewolves, ancient enemies of vampires.
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The Twilight Saga: New Moon

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The Twilight Saga's second installment may satisfy hardcore fans of the series, but outsiders are likely to be turned off by its slow pace, relentlessly downcast tone, and excessive length.

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Laremy Legel Film.com So long as there are people, there will be love stories -- I hope they all feel as lush and lively as this one. Rated: B May 6, 2011 Full Review Nick Schager Lessons of Darkness New Moon is only after the affectation of emotion, of swoon-worthy poses and faux-momentous aesthetics. Rated: D Apr 5, 2010 Full Review Sara Vilkomerson Observer I am not ashamed to admit that I will be the first in line for Twilight part three. Dec 7, 2009 Full Review Joe Lipsett Hazel & Katniss & Harry & Starr Podcast New Moon is a deeply boring book turned into a deeply boring film, though at least Michael Sheen seems to understand what a campy disaster he's co-starring in. Rated: 2/5 Jan 30, 2024 Full Review Brian Eggert Deep Focus Review New Moon misses the mark like its predecessor, largely because the monster aspects of the story are the least interesting part, even though they play such a significant role. Rated: 1.5/4 Aug 30, 2023 Full Review CJ Sheu Critics at Large After the lightning strike of Bella and Edward, it's nice to see a more gradual and human romance blossom, even if we know that it's doomed from the start. Sep 10, 2021 Full Review Read all reviews

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thiago s Filme fraco, o roteiro é fraco, as cenas são fracas, a história é fraca, o elenco é fraco, e ninguém ajuda a melhorar o filme, os personagens são fracos, e o filme deveria ter cenas bem melhores e relevantes, para fazer o filme ser bom Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 08/01/25 Full Review Tonya K Okay so the acting of Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson definitely improved in this movie. And I really liked the movie Rated 4 out of 5 stars 07/23/25 Full Review Emma J I think this is the best movie out of all the twilight series. I love the duo of Jacob Black and Bella Swan. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/16/25 Full Review André C Probably the worst movie from all the franchise. Rated 2 out of 5 stars 07/16/25 Full Review Obi-wan K Just ass (its not a opinion ITS A FACT) Rated 1 out of 5 stars 06/29/25 Full Review SkyRo P "Twilight: New Moon" is, in my opinion, a fantastic film. It boasts excellent direction and craftsmanship, serving as a solid continuation of the franchise following the first installment. It effectively maintains the audience's interest while exploring deeper themes. The storytelling and world-building derived from the books are remarkable, particularly in how they develop Bella’s character. She transitions from a somewhat passive role to a multifaceted character caught in a love triangle—though I jest about her resembling a "hooker," it’s more about her being a star-crossed lover. Unlike the first film, which primarily centered on Edward, this sequel introduces Jacob and expands the character roster, enriching the narrative beyond a simple plotline. I appreciated the exploration of the werewolves, learning about their origins and dynamics. It's amusing to note that they are referred to as "wolves" rather than "werewolves," as the latter term carries a connotation of aggression that doesn't quite fit these characters. The film does a great job of showcasing the tension between the two male leads vying for Bella’s affection. However, I must express my frustration with Kristen Stewart's performance. I find her portrayal of Bella to be lacking, as if she is the weak link in the franchise. It seems like she’s not fully committed to the role, which leads to a flat character presentation. While the story itself exhibits growth and depth, her acting feels stagnant, detracting from the overall experience in my view. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 06/03/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis After the abrupt departure of Edward, her vampire love, Bella finds comfort in her deepening friendship with Jacob Black. However Bella's loyalties are put to the test as she becomes drawn into the world of werewolves, ancient enemies of vampires.
Director
Chris Weitz
Producer
Karen Rosenfelt, Wyck Godfrey
Screenwriter
Melissa Rosenberg
Distributor
Summit Entertainment
Production Co
Summit Entertainment, Temple Hill
Rating
PG-13 (Some Violence|Action)
Genre
Romance, Fantasy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Nov 20, 2009, Wide
Rerelease Date (Theaters)
Oct 30, 2025
Release Date (Streaming)
Feb 4, 2014
Box Office (Gross USA)
$296.6M
Runtime
2h 10m
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