Ok, where to start.
I had the opportunity to see an early premier showing of New Moon and also had the midnight release tickets.
Here is my review:
The movie well exceeded my expectations overall!
The first time I watched the movie I felt like the movie had too quick of a pace and that they covered a lot in a little time, but then I watched it the second time and really there was no other way to do it, with out leaving important parts of the book out.
I loved the Volturi, I think that all of those parts were great and the actors were incredible, just like I pictured it when reading the books. I must say I even enjoyed the fight scene with Felix and Edward that was not in the book. It made for a great visual.
As for the main Characters, Kristen (Bella) is a HORRIBLE actress, she SUCKS! The funny thing is that they casted her well and Kristen is the only Bella I can see, but she can't act for shit. Honestly. There were parts were you needed to really feel her struggles and she just disappointed. Her lack of acting skills bring this wonderful movie down just a bit. Bella is my least favorite character in the books and the movies. She is whinny and dramatic, and needy and not at all how a women from this era should be. Ok enough of the hating on her, ** for now **
She looked WAY better in this movie, that a plus. Kristen is a very pretty girl, she just needs acting lessons.
Robert Pattinson appearance was also much better. He portrays Edward so well. I did find it a little funny though that when he is going to kiss Bella he looks like he is going to cry. But really there isn't too much of him in the movie, and I think Edward did a great job. Most of you know that I have always been "Team Edward" (but things have changed ladies and gentlemen!)
Step a side "Edward" and HELLO "JACOB!!!" Taylor Lautner is the far better actor out of these three main character. You can feel his every emotion, the chemistry between him and Bella far surpasses that of Edward and Bella **In this movie** Jacob is a teddy bear of a werewolf, you feel his struggle his pain, his frustration, his dedication, he is 100% genuine and I LOVE HIM!!!!
I have always liked Jacob, but considered myself Team Edward because of the true love of it all, but in all honesty it's Jacob that deserves Bella. Jacob is the better friend and companion. Not to mention, Jacob/Taylor looks HOT! damn he looks good in this movie! ( I have to remind myself of his age.) LOL!
The special effects on this movie were amazing. I loved the werewolf's and the wolf pack. I love Charlie, Bella's dad, he adds a little comedy to his role. I like how instead of hearing Edwards voice, Bella would see him, it adds to the visual part of the movie. The Cullens are great, I love how we got to see Jasper use his power, and the humor and "family" sense they so well portray. Emily and the werewolf's were great, I really enjoyed that scene a lot. Oh and Jessica and the high school friends were pretty cool as well, they weren't in too many parts, but they were good in the parts they were in. I love Jessica, she's insane. (total high school) Love it!
The beginning of the movie and the ending of the movie were not my favorite. I mean I like how it started with Bella seeing herself old, but the Volturi/Meadow deal and then the mirror was a bit much for me. ( I know it was in the book, but I think it should have been tweaked a little for the movie) The ending just left you hurting....I mean....Jacob immerses into the role so well, feeling so betrayed that Bella (clearly not at all smart) making him feel like shit because once again she chooses Edward. He proposes and then the movie ends..... LAME!
I feel like I am being negative about the movie, but in all honesty I don't mean to be, I truly loved it and enjoyed it. Cudos to Chris Weitz, I think he did a fantastic job!
Team Jacob!!!!
Nikki and I at the midnight release with our tickets, bad lighting but we were slathered in body glitter...to dazzle people :)
If you're on facebook you already saw this...but I watched the movie yet again! 
