"Twilight": Read The Screenplay By Melissa Rosenberg
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So, let’s talk "Twilight" — the film that launched a billion sighs, memes, and arguments over whether vampires should sparkle.
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The story.
"Twilight" is the first film adaptation of Stephenie Meyer’s wildly popular YA novel, directed by Catherine Hardwicke and released in 2008. It tells the story of Bella Swan, a quiet, introverted teenager who moves to the perpetually overcast town of Forks, Washington and falls in love with Edward Cullen, a mysterious classmate who just so happens to be a 100+-year-old vampire frozen in the body of a 17-year-old.
Edward, ever the brooding immortal gentleman, tries to resist his attraction to Bella (because, well, blood), but fate — and hormonal tension — win out. Their romance is quickly threatened by a rogue vampire coven that doesn’t share Edward’s “vegetarian” lifestyle. Cue a climactic ballet studio brawl, broken glass, and lots of very intense eye contact.
Production Notes & Cultural Impact.
- The film was made on a relatively modest $37 million budget and shot in the Pacific Northwest to match the book’s moody, rain-soaked tone.
- Hardwicke brought an indie sensibility and handheld visual style to the film, leaning into the awkwardness of first love and the supernatural tension.
- Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson became overnight global sensations, and their off-screen relationship only fueled the fan frenzy.
Despite mixed reviews from critics, the movie became a box office phenomenon, earning over $400 million worldwide and launching a five-film franchise that dominated pop culture throughout the late 2000s and early 2010s.
The legacy of "Twilight."
- Twilight reshaped the YA-to-film pipeline and made supernatural romance a dominant genre for years.
- It sparked fierce fandoms (Team Edward vs. Team Jacob), parody gold, and plenty of backlash — but also opened the door for more diverse YA adaptations and female-led fantasy narratives.
- Say what you want about sparkling vampires — Twilight left a bite mark on Hollywood that still hasn't fully healed.
Take a look at the "Twilight" logline.
When Bella Swan moves to a small town in the Pacific Northwest, she falls in love with Edward Cullen, a mysterious classmate who reveals himself to be a 108-year-old vampire. Summit Entertainment
"Twilight" Screenplay Details.
Whether you're a fan or an aspiring screenwriter, here are key insights to know.
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Okay, here are the facts:
| Type | ... |
ORIGINAL
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| Version | ... | Shooting DraftBlue Revisions |
| Date | ... | 02.11.2008 |
| Pages | ... | 104 + 5 |
| Genres | ... | DramaFantasyRomance |
| Screenplay | ... | Melissa Rosenberg |
| IMDb ID | ... | 1099212 |
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