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Cosmopolitan
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
All the Director of ‘Twilight' Got After the Film's Success Was...a Cupcake
The Twilight saga is as iconic as it is chaotic. Not only did the Stephenie Meyer book series sell more than 160 million copies and spend over 274 weeks on the New York Times Best Seller list (!!), but its film adaptations broke records as well. The first movie in the franchise earned $192 million in the U.S. alone and eventually made $408 million worldwide, per Variety. In a new interview with The Guardian, the movie's director, Catherine Hardwicke, revealed that she received underwhelming gift from the film studio after its huge opening weekend in November 2008. After all, Twilight opened with $69 million and launched an entire franchise based on the romantasy novel series. 'I walked into a room with all these gifts, and everybody was congratulating the studio, and they gave me a box,' Catherine told the publication. 'I opened it up, and it was a mini cupcake.' She added that successful male directors are typically gifted 'a car, or a three-picture deal, or [the chance] to do basically whatever you want.' This isn't the first time Catherine opened up about her journey directing the movie that started the worldwide phenomenon. During a 2023 appearance on the Watchalong podcast with Josh Horowitz, she said that the studio always underestimated Twilight's potential, as it catered to young women. 'Every studio in town turned this down,' she said on the pod. 'MTV and Paramount, they put it in turnaround. Everyone said we weren't making this. Even when I started on the job, they said, 'You know, Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants was a popular book for girls. It made $29 million. That's probably all this movie can ever make.' Of course, our opening weekend was $69 million, and we made $400 million overall. Nobody could predict it!' She added, 'Up to the day before opening weekend, like that Wednesday or Thursday before, they said, 'If we make $30 [million] or something, we'll be ecstatic.' Little did they know, it would go on to become the first franchise ever to have three movies earn more than $130 million in their first three days. Not too shabby.
USA Today
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Your 'Twilight' refresher as the series turns 20
What is it about paranormal romance that's oh-so swoon-worthy? 'Twilight' is among the most popular vampire love stories across books and movies – generations are still debating Edward Cullen vs. Jacob Black. The fandom persists two decades later, inspiring scores of die-hard readers, fanfic (we're looking at you, 'Fifty Shades of Grey') and still-relevant quotes like 'Bella! Where the hell have you been, loca?' The series also showed that female-led stories could be blockbusters, paving the way for fantasy favorites like 'The Hunger Games' and 'Divergent.' As we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the first book's publication, here's your definitive guide to the Stephenie Meyer universe. How many books are in the 'Twilight' series? There are four books in the 'Twilight' series, but technically seven in the world of 'Twilight' as Meyer wrote two companion novels and a novella that reimagine or dive deeper into the story. 'Life and Death' is 'Twilight' reimagined. This gender-swapped novel turns Bella and Edward's story into Beaufort and Edythe, letting a female vampire take the lead. 'Midnight Sun,' Meyer's latest release, is 'Twilight' from Edward's perspective. 'The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner' is a novella told from the perspective of one of the newborn vampires in Victoria's coven, introduced in 'Eclipse.' It follows her friendships, romance and the mysteries of vampire life beyond hunting Bella and the Cullens. When did the 'Twilight' books come out? 'Twilight' books in order Here are all the 'Twilight' books by Stephenie Meyer in order of release: Who wrote 'Twilight'? Stephenie Meyer wrote 'Twilight.' She was inspired by a dream about a girl and a sparkly vampire talking in a meadow. Meyer would eventually become USA TODAY's Author of the Year in 2008 after she captured the top four spots on our Best-selling Booklist, something no author had done before. She's written two other books outside of "Twilight": "The Host" and "The Chemist." Clare Mulroy is USA TODAY's Books Reporter, where she covers buzzy releases, chats with authors and dives into the culture of reading. Find her on Instagram, subscribe to our weekly Books newsletter or tell her what you're reading at cmulroy@
Forbes
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
‘NYT Mini' Crossword Hints For Wednesday, June 4: Clues And Answers For Today's Game
Answers for today's NYT Mini Crossword are just ahead. Before we get to today's NYT Mini crossword hints, clues and answers, here are Tuesday's: Wondering what nickname might drop "-uel?" Not sure what San Francisco might be like during the summer? Don't worry, because I'm here to help you with extra hints and the answers for today's NYT Mini crossword. The NYT Mini is a quick and dirty version of the newspaper's larger and long-running crossword. Most days, there are between three and five clues in each direction on a five by five grid, but the puzzles are sometimes larger, especially on Saturdays. Unlike its larger sibling, the NYT Mini crossword is free to play on the New York Times website or NYT Games app. However, you'll need an NYT Games subscription to access previous puzzles in the archives. Here are extra hints and the official NYT Mini Crossword clues and answers for Wednesday, June 4: Spoilers lie ahead, so remember to scroll slowly: 1 Across: Children's character Fireman _____ 4 Across: The shape of some toys that dogs might gnaw on 5 Across: Like a hazy memory 6 Across: Finish a hole two under par 7 Across: You may feel that socks vanish in this thing 1 Down: Very wet and soft, like cereal that's been in milk for too long 2 Down: More than 90 makes it obtuse 3 Down: Veep main character Selina and Twilight writer Stephenie 4 Down: A wild beast that may be dull in a social setting 5 Down: Given food 1 Across: Nickname that drops "-uel" – SAM 4 Across: Paleontologist's discovery – BONE 5 Across: Like San Francisco during the summer – FOGGY 6 Across: "Bald" bird – EAGLE 7 Across: Clothes tumbler – DRYER 1 Down: Damp – SOGGY 2 Down: Consideration for a selfie taker – ANGLE 3 Down: Sweet variety of lemon – MEYER 4 Down: Animal hunted by the stranded kids in Lord of the Flies – BOAR 5 Down: Org. for Jerome Powell, with "the" – FED Completed New York Times Mini crossword for Wednesday, June 4. It took me 0:56 to complete today's NYT Mini. I was so mad about 1 Across. I thought it was MAN as in "Manuel" and the informal form of address. If not for that and putting an "I" instead of a "Y" in DRYER, I would have finished this in no time at all on my first pass of the Across words. Instead I had to spend time figuring out the problem and troubleshooting it. I realized that 1 Down had to be wrong, so I corrected that. But I'm not familiar with a METER lemon. It took me a moment to realize that 1 Across had to be SAM. I'll be back with you tomorrow for more NYT Mini fun! Make sure to follow my blog for more coverage of the NYT Mini and other word games, as well as video game news, insights and analysis. It helps me out a lot! Want to chat about the Mini, Connections and other NYT games? Join my Discord community! And be sure to sign up for my newsletter!
Glasgow Times
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Twilight in Concert coming to Glasgow Royal Concert Hall
Twilight in Concert is a UK-wide tour featuring a 12-piece ensemble of rock and orchestral musicians performing the film's original score live in perfect sync with a full screening of the movie. The event will be staged in a unique, candlelit setting to create a truly atmospheric experience. (Image: Supplied) READ MORE: Ex-STV presenter stuns in red as she wins prestigious beauty crown The tour marks 20 years since the release of the first Twilight novel and includes a special performance at Glasgow's Royal Concert Hall on February 3, 2026. Tickets go on general sale at 10am on Friday, May 23, via Fans will have the chance to relive the beloved first film of the blockbuster saga, which has grossed over £3.3 billion globally and built an enduring legacy. (Image: Zdenko HANOUT) Adapted from Stephenie Meyer's bestselling novels, the five-film franchise has captivated audiences worldwide and helped spark a pop culture phenomenon. The Twilight books have sold more than 160 million copies, won numerous awards, and been translated into 49 languages, solidifying their place in literary history. READ MORE: Festive favourite coming to Glasgow in live concert experience Whether you're Team Edward, Team Jacob, or Team Bella, Twilight in Concert aims to cater to all fans of the saga. Twilight in Concert promises a magical and emotional journey through one of the most iconic teen sagas of the 21st century. Fans are encouraged to book early to avoid missing out on this limited and highly anticipated event.
News18
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
The Twilight Saga On OTT: Little-Known Facts About The Franchise, Where To Watch
Last Updated: The first book from the series was released in 2005, followed by the sequels New Moon and Eclipse before the launch of the final book in the series, Breaking Dawn in 2008. Twilight is not just a fantasy romance series, it is a phenomenon. The phenomenon that has every cinema enthusiast's heart, and deservingly so. Premiered in 2008, the five movies of the franchise are based on Stephenie Meyer's best-selling series, The Twilight Saga which is about a love story between a vampire and a human. Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart play the lead pair, Edward Cullen and Bella Swan, respectively, in all five movies released between 2008 and 2012. Both the book and movie series left a lasting impact on the audience and also fueled debate around Team Edward and Team Jacob. If you ate also a fan of the fantasy dramas, Twilight is a must-watch. Here, we have given a detailed description of where to watch the movies in The Twilight Saga Series. Where To Watch Fans can stream all five movies of the hit franchise on Netflix. While earlier they were available for streaming for free, cinephiles will now have to purchase or rent or watch it with a Netflix subscription. For those who want to watch the movies on demand can also rent and buy on platforms like Google Play Movies & TV, Apple TV+, Prime Video and Vudu. The first book from the series was released in 2005, followed by the sequels New Moon and Eclipse before the launch of the final book in the series, Breaking Dawn in 2008. Each of the books was later adapted into five movies, titled: Twilight (2008); The Twilight Saga: New Moon (2009); and The Twilight Saga: Eclipse (2010). The final book was made into two separate movies, The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn—Part 1 (2011) and The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn—Part 2 (2012). As of May 2025, all these five films are now streaming on Netflix. The Twilight Saga featured Stewart and Pattinson as the lead pair. Further, it boasts an impressive star cast including Taylor Lautner who plays Jacob Black in thefilms. Other actors include Nikki Reed as Rosalie Cullen, Ashley Greene as Alice Cullen, Kellan Lutz as Emmett Cullen and Peter Facinelli as Carlisle Cullen. Well, well, there are more. Anna Kendrick also joined the star cast to play Bella's frenemy Jessica Stanley whereas Dakota Fanning was roped in to play Volturi member Jane. First Published:
