The Twilight Saga: New Moon

Rating: PG-13

Movie Release Date: November 16, 2009

DVD Release Date: March 20, 2009

Plot 411: The sequel to Twilight continues with a heartbroken and despondent Bella when Edward leaves her.

Review: This movie is simply visual and emotional porn for teen girls . . . and yet somehow I liked this better than the first movie. When Edward (Robert Pattinson) realizes that he will never be able to fully protect Bella (Kristen Stewart), he dumps her on the pretense that he no longer loves her. He believes distance is the only way to keep her safe. However, she is completely distraught over the situation and sinks into depression for months. Her friend Jacob (Taylor Lautner) is the only one who makes her nightmares and sadness go away, if only for a while. Even before I saw this movie I was firmly planted on the Team Jacob side of the line. After it, I'm still entrenched in the pack. However, I must note that both guys are provided with equally cheesy lines that simply rival one another. Still what girl wouldn't want to be caught between two dudes who were passionate about her? Even emo chick Bella feels the pull. I found the acting hard to watch because everyone was overflowing with teen angst of some kind. Everyone lived as if their world were ending. It was just too melodramatic for me. This movie also had a ton of music to underscore emotions and introduce characters. I found it a little distracting. I can't say this movie is for everyone. It's definitely better than I anticipated, but I didn't have high hopes to begin with anyway.

Watch It: For the jail bait that is Taylor Lautner and his werewolf buds.

Skip It: If Bella irritated you in the first movie. It's just more of the same here.