Reviews
The Twilight Saga Breaking Dawn Part 1: The Official Illustrated Movie Companion by Mark Cotta Vaz
merlin_reads's review against another edition
3.5
I wish it had more behind the scenes photos, not just what was shown in the movie, and also interviews with the cast would have been nice. I liked reading how they did the birth scene and the wedding. Good insight overall with pretty pictures.
gabbyreadswithtea's review against another edition
3.0
Another awesome movie companion by Mark Cotta Vas. he really did impress with this one. (Made the movie seem better than it was (No Pun intended, again.))
joanna1905's review against another edition
5.0
Once again this is a great insight into the production of Breaking Dawn, it’s always fantastic to understand why certain decisions were made!
I especially loved finding out how they had very strict security when filming the wedding scene; with NDAs and a ban on electronics!! I couldn’t believe that a tabloid offered 1MIL for a picture of Bella’s wedding dress, for a fictional character I found that super insane!
For some reason there seemed to be much less text in this companion, with many more full page spread of pictures. This wasn’t really an issue I just found it interesting!
As a massive Kristen Stewart fan it’s wonderful to hear how spectacular the people she works with find her and her skills as an actress!
My main issue with this companion is that is only covers part 1, and the part 2 companion was never published. Considering some of the incredible scenes in part 2 such as Bella’s transformation into a vampire and the final battle scene it’s incredibly disappointing that there was never a companion covering this half of the film. I’m not sure who made the decision not to publish the part 2 companion but it was a ridiculously unprofessional decision and it’s unfortunate they decided to let down the fans so spectacularly.
I especially loved finding out how they had very strict security when filming the wedding scene; with NDAs and a ban on electronics!! I couldn’t believe that a tabloid offered 1MIL for a picture of Bella’s wedding dress, for a fictional character I found that super insane!
For some reason there seemed to be much less text in this companion, with many more full page spread of pictures. This wasn’t really an issue I just found it interesting!
As a massive Kristen Stewart fan it’s wonderful to hear how spectacular the people she works with find her and her skills as an actress!
My main issue with this companion is that is only covers part 1, and the part 2 companion was never published. Considering some of the incredible scenes in part 2 such as Bella’s transformation into a vampire and the final battle scene it’s incredibly disappointing that there was never a companion covering this half of the film. I’m not sure who made the decision not to publish the part 2 companion but it was a ridiculously unprofessional decision and it’s unfortunate they decided to let down the fans so spectacularly.
vanessa_issa's review against another edition
5.0
Bem feliz que finalmente completei minha coleção de livros ilustrados da saga. Acho que toda vez digo a mesma coisa, mas é muito gostoso ler esses livros e lembrar da época das gravações. E quantas fotos lindas, meu Deus! :')
madetofly's review against another edition
4.0
http://hmweasley-blog.blogspot.com/2012/05/book-review-twilight-saga-breaking-dawn.html
librarian_nic's review against another edition
4.0
C/TW: mention of a film with a rape storyline.
Call me a nerd, dork, or what you will...I love learning the behind the scenes stories that go along with filmmaking. Getting inside the actors’, production crew, and director’s heads always fascinated me. And I have Twilight to thank for it (mostly- this interest bloomed with these films and I appreciate them all more because of it).
Having liked the Kristen and Robert’s work prior to the franchise and others released during this period, I wanted to know more of how they grew through the process. Kristen, for one, has not shied away from realistic and painful acting - I first saw her as Melinda in the film adaption of Laurie Halse Anderson’s SPEAK. After watching the first film of this saga, I came back for her (and the other actors) more than the romance ... for the most part.
Review of the guide itself:
Grateful for: there wasn’t too much rehashing of the book or film plot, or it was more fluidly integrated in the discussion of the production.
What’s missing: more focus on the Quileutes as people. More Seth (Nils ‘Booboo’ Stewart) and Leah (Julia Jones) please!
Granted, I wish the author released a Part 2 companion as well, but these guides are ending on a high note I guess.
Call me a nerd, dork, or what you will...I love learning the behind the scenes stories that go along with filmmaking. Getting inside the actors’, production crew, and director’s heads always fascinated me. And I have Twilight to thank for it (mostly- this interest bloomed with these films and I appreciate them all more because of it).
Having liked the Kristen and Robert’s work prior to the franchise and others released during this period, I wanted to know more of how they grew through the process. Kristen, for one, has not shied away from realistic and painful acting - I first saw her as Melinda in the film adaption of Laurie Halse Anderson’s SPEAK. After watching the first film of this saga, I came back for her (and the other actors) more than the romance ... for the most part.
Review of the guide itself:
Grateful for: there wasn’t too much rehashing of the book or film plot, or it was more fluidly integrated in the discussion of the production.
What’s missing: more focus on the Quileutes as people. More Seth (Nils ‘Booboo’ Stewart) and Leah (Julia Jones) please!
Granted, I wish the author released a Part 2 companion as well, but these guides are ending on a high note I guess.
beth_s_13's review against another edition
4.0
Inside guide to the amazing movie, breaking dawn part 1
lostinfiction33's review against another edition
1.0
I admit, I read this as a teenager and I thought it was the best book ever. But now, with a more mature mindset, I think it is not only a book with terrible writing, but it is a book that promotes abusive relationships. No, I'm not exaggerating.
Looking for a healthy relationship in this book is mission impossible. It romantices the idea of an abusive relationship in a way that is not even close to being ok.
Edward and his family control what she does, where she goes, who she is friends with, even what she wears and eats. By the end of the book, she has been separated from not only her friends, but also her family.
I mean, seriously, the book starts with the main character fantasizing with the idea of dieing.
I had bought the book when I was in highschool, and I didn't give it away because I didn't want that influence on someone else.
Really, don't read it or encourage anyone else to read it.
Looking for a healthy relationship in this book is mission impossible. It romantices the idea of an abusive relationship in a way that is not even close to being ok.
Edward and his family control what she does, where she goes, who she is friends with, even what she wears and eats. By the end of the book, she has been separated from not only her friends, but also her family.
I mean, seriously, the book starts with the main character fantasizing with the idea of dieing.
I had bought the book when I was in highschool, and I didn't give it away because I didn't want that influence on someone else.
Really, don't read it or encourage anyone else to read it.