Apparently it is horrible, just like the book. http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/twilight/

First, let me say that although the Twilight series was technically classified in the "young adult" reader genre, it reached far beyond. I am only one of MANY >18 that thoroughly enjoyed these books. The story was captivating and imaginative as well as romantic without the overindulgence of lusty overture so commonly found in "adult" romance novels. That being said, I was so excited to go and see the movie, and while I enjoyed it, I was also disappointed. While there were wonderful parts in the movie, and it was wonderful to see one of the great series that appealed to so many genres brought to life on the big screen, it also did the book more than one injustice, for a myriad of reasons. I don't need to dialogue the good parts of the movie, because anyone that was in a theatre watching it can testify to those. Instead, I'd like to point out some of the disappointments. While the overall concept and story were pretty accurately portrayed, there was much of the back story that was omitted. I do realize that with a book of that size and one written with such detail that it would be impossible to capture every minute detail in an allotted running screen time, but some things were downright vague. Let me clarify - I understood completely what was going on, and understood the back story, but the friend that went with me had never read the books and was therefore left expecting more and less than impressed. Rightly so, I say. I found myself filling her in on some of the less important but still valid character attributes. First of all, they never took the time to accurately explain the desire that the Cullens aroused in humans by their very nature. Also, they never really accurately explained just how unattractive and self - conscious Bella felt about herself. While they did try, her character seemed more confused and almost drugged than believable. I'm not sure if it was the acting or the script, but the Bella displayed on the big screen was almost hard to watch. Without dissecting it completely, I thought that the actors gave the character representation a valid effort, but just did not succeed and missed the mark in most scenes. It was humorous when it should have been serious, awkward when it should have been romantic, and boring or lackluster when it should have been exciting. I was slightly disappointed in the pick for Edward, as that is not what I would have expected from the reading. I think he tried to act it as best as he could with what he was given, but for whatever reason, it was not great. Also, most of the other characters had absolutely no back story, and were lucky to have more than one line each. Now to the REALLY ugly of it. The special effects were BEYOND lacking. They were downright atrocious. Even a movie with a small budget, albeit a $37 million small budget, should have had better vision and execution than that reminder of John Carpenter's Vampire. It was almost bordering on cheesy at times, with B rate effects. The "growling" that escaped from the vampires in anger was downright funny. Did no one think to show a little "fang"? They are vampires, you know. Also, the effect of sunlight on Edward was pretty rudimentary and definitely cringe-worthy. My girlfriend actually made the comment that the budget only allowed for a very big bottle of glitter gel. The scenes of running I think spoke for themselves, and the numerous "flashes" of wolves and the Cullens in the past were pretty standard "blah"; nothing that screamed "Wow". Overall, I think if the effects had been better, it wouldn't have added to the awkward acting skills and the obvious rushed feeling of the movie. Even my girlfriend who hadn't read the books commented that it felt "choppy and rushed". Now, though it probably didn't seem as much to the millions of teens that were in the theatre, I also felt that the movie was definitely more geared to that age group than the book was. Maybe it was because my imagination and opinions took over as I read the series, but it seemed as if the characters were written more juvenile in the script than in the books. While the books did maintain the ages of the characters, they weren't so, well, angst-filled and stereotypical. Also, who says the acting has to be so "blah" just because they are supposed to be 17? That's no excuse. With all of that being said, though it probably seems hard to believe, I did thoroughly enjoy it, and am REALLY looking forward to the next installment, which is a definite go-ahead after the astounding success of Twilight. I know that it is a lot easier to pick apart the aspects of a movie when you have read the books, because let's face it: reading is subjective and the books are ALWAYS better than the movies, hands-down. I sincerely hope that in the next movie, those in the know of the movie business realize their blunder of rushing such a great story to fit in an allotted time slot. I do realize that minor details will have to get lost in translation, but if it means extending a film slightly to correctly tell the story, than it is always a good thing. We would gladly sit through another hour to see our beloved saga portrayed correctly. Also, now that the numbers are starting to come in, perhaps those in power will also realize the beauty of GREAT visual effects and how it can really bring a screenplay to the next level. Obviously, they missed that boat on this one. In a side note - though I know that millions of girls out there hope for nothing less than a movie with no one but "Edward" in it, please do NOT change the wonderful story of the next book just to satisfy some hormones. That is not how it was written, that is not how the story continues, and to change that would be to completely alter the end result, and not in a good way. Girls, you know how it ends, so just be patient. There's plenty of Edward to come.

It was okay. I liked the book better.

i haven't seen it but I'll tell you my opinion. I don't like it :P many of my friends obsess over the book and thats fine, but sometimes is a bit too much.

I agree with most of what Sam for a revolution said. I was really disappointed that you don't see much of Bella in Alice together. Anyone who has read the books realizes that they become best friends and Alice only got maybe 10 lines in the movie. I definitely felt that it was rushed and I have no doubt that had I not read the books first, my head would have been spinning with questions. My boyfriend needed clarification on many different things. He is now reading the book to get a better understanding. I was disappointed with the actress they picked for Bella. She is too tall and not even close to what I picture beyond the dark hair and eyes. The screen play between Edward and Bella left too much out and I felt that they didn't show enough bonding time. All that being said, I really did enjoy it and plan on seeing it at least once more in theatres in hopes of getting a more objective view because I am well aware of the fact that I was looking for differences as anyone one is when they see one of their favorite books made into a movie.

I loved the movie, although as has been stated before, I do feel that they left out some of the bonding that Edward and Bella did. It should have portrayed more the struggles that finally came together when they realized how in love they were. Overall I loved the movie, and I think that Robert Pattinson did an amazing job portraying who i thought edward was.

I have one word to describe the movie... TERRIBLE The acting on almost everyones level had no talent. Kristen Stuart is a great actris. Just not for this movie. I felt like she was acting "Kristen" not "Bella". I also felt like she need make up. I know Bella doesnt wear any in the book but she needs it in the movie. I also felt like it would have been better if they had Bella narate her thoughts. The director doesnt have any talent either. She basicly destroyed this story by "trying" to make a moive out of it. I know you cant squeeze every detail of the book in but honestly they did it with Narnia and Lord Of The Rings. They can do it for Twilight. Robert Patison is down right ugly. He does not fit the Edward profile. Not only are his looks completly off but he does not have the body. His acting was horrible. Half the time he looked constipated. And then he looks like a flipping fairy with that damn glitter on. You couldnt feel the chemistry between Bella and Edward. You didnt actually see them falling in love. It felt like it was just "Ok I like you lets be together." I seriously laughing the ENTIRE time! It was so cheesy and STUPID. Now if they did it right and followed the book theres no way I would have laughed at those scenes. I couldnt help but burst out laughing through out. This movie was worse then Harry Potter not following the books. I saw the 3rd one in theaters and dont plan on seeing that one again. This movie is the same for me. I dont think I will ever watch it again. And for that matter I dont want to see Robert every store I go to... I seriously think if I had not seen the trailer spoof on Stephenie Meyers Myspace I would have been really upset like I was at Harry Potter 3. Bottom line. It was a pathetic attempt at an outstanding story. The director should be ashamed.

I loved the movie with the exception of the way that Edward was seen as more obsessive stalker type than a man in love. hopefully they will do better the next movie

Dissapointed. I mean I loved some scenes and I loved some of the way they added other things but some things were just so far from being what I thought they would be or what they were supposed to be it was just disheartening...