The Complete Twilight Saga Movie Marathon

21st November 2012 finally dawned (pun intended!) for the Complete Twilight Saga Movie Marathon, for which my Twi-Mum friends and I had been anticipating most eagerly and planning most meticulously (or almost!).
The prospect of watching all five movie adapatations of Stephenie Meyer's phenomenal book series was immensely exciting and something I had been waiting for ever since I watched the first Twilight movie waaay back in December 2008.
The movies are Twilight, New Moon, Eclipse, Breaking Dawn Part One and Part Two.
Even with a different director helming every one, there has been a distinct continuity as the screenwriter, Melissa Rosenberg and music producer, Alexander Patsavas have been constants along with Stephenie Meyer herself providing input and overall approval of the adaptations.
Watching the movies back-to-back brought out this continuity very well and of course, lots of credit is due to the well-chosen cast members who have brought their respective characters to life so wonderfully!



Goodie bag, entry pass, poster and postcards!

 Programme for the day:

 

My Edward Cullen pillow and blanket:

Tips to enjoying a movie marathon

*Watch out for announcements and APPLY FOR LEAVE the second the date is confirmed. Then pray very hard that said leave is approved!
*Inform kindred souls and fellow fans to book tickets immediately!
*Plan timing for arrival at venue to get in line to 'chope' (reserve) the best seats.
*Bring stuff to keep warm and hug: cardigan, shawl, blanket, pillow. And yes, fiinally, my Edward Cullen blanket and pillow were put to good use!
*Bring portable phone charger: everyone wants to take photos and update their Facebook, all of which drains your battery.
*Bring emergency meds like antihistamines, eyedrops, Panadol, etc. Thankfully, I did not have to use any of these!
*Wear comfortable clothes: dress, pants, well... whatever will allow you to sit with legs crossed or up and won't nip you in the waist!
*Bring toothbrush and toothpaste: it's a long day and night in the aircon; breath must be kept fresh.
*Bring small waterbottle for sips throughout movie.
*Snacks if you're so inclined.
*Exercise and stretch during breaks
*No matter what little glitches occur...chillax and have fun!

It was my first ever movie marathon and I'm so glad it was for a beloved franchise which culminated on a very satisfying note indeed, as the finale was truly epic.
With the well-timed breaks for meals and other reliefs, it was, overall, quite a fantastic experience and a great time was had by all!
Fifteen hours in the Twilight universe with Twi-Hards was INSANELY FUN!!!

You know what??
I'd do it all over again!!!

NB:

Here is my review of BD2 for the Golden Village website:

"True Twi-Hards who love the books and the previous movies will catch and enjoy all the little nuances, cute quips, music, twist in the tale and the loving tribute at the end. Wonderful closure to a beloved franchise!"