Labels: ,

Twilight: New Moon (A Review) - Or Why Women Like Creatures of the Night


I was excited to see New Moon for various reasons: vampires, werewolves, forbidden romance, Native American actors and a cool soundtrack. The Twilight Saga appeals to the teenage girl in me, pure and simple. Men are allowed to connect with their inner fanboy so why shouldn't women be able to connect with their inner fangirl? I'm not saying that New Moon was brilliant but it was fun! Some lines were uber cheesy, but even those were enjoyable laugh out loud moments. 


Clara of JustChickFlicks.com asked me why women/girls are captivated by vampire stories and I'll include aliens to that list (Smallville, Roswell). So why? Probably because these "friendly" creatures of the night are super sensitive, they have special powers to "look inside your soul" and come with promises to "always protect." In real-life that would be creepy but in a fantasy that works. I think it's the instant deep connection with another person that draws girls and women. They're romanticized as poets with fangs.

I wouldn't mind seeing a rise of nerdy/awkward vampires though (think Michael Cera). Just imagine Nick & Norah's Infinite Vampire Playlist

For more discussion on women and vampirism check out "Why Are Women So Fascinated by Vampires?" and "Women Writers Talk New Moon

7 comments:

Nicole said...

Love your blog! I actually checked out "New Moon" with my sister on Sunday, and It was harmless fun. It definitely caters to my inner teenager also, so I understand the attraction! My first vampire crush was back in 1987, with David from "The Lost Boys". I've been hooked ever since.
There is a certain level of eroticism with vampires, that I think draws the ladies in..Looking at Jacob in "New Moon", made me wish I was 16 again..damn!

Anonymous said...

I took my daughter and I really enjoyed it. Cheesy in many moments,but I like that sometimes.

I've been into vampire(creature of night) lore forever. There passion and intensity are a pull as well. What honest red-blooded woman does not want a man to love her with the intensity these guys have. Plus they will get all alpha male and snatch off heads for you. That's hot! It's all just good fun.

Torsonya

Karen said...

@Nicole
Glad you like the site! And New Moon.

@Torsonya
Thanks for stopping by. It was cheesy but fun! It's definitely a mother/daughter flick to watch and rewatch.

Anonymous said...

Service : Customer support appeared to be excellent. Person on the phone possessed a welcoming approach and then My spouse and i acquired bucks super-quick.
Value :I just were given the best value for the reason that quick loan interest rates are actually exceptionally competitively priced.
AAA Vancouver Payday Loans 310-4088 Cambie Street, Vancouver, BC V5Z 2X8 (778) 785-2087 payday loans vancouver
AAA Calgary Payday Loans 1014 Macleod Trail Southeast, Calgary, AB T2G 2M7 (403) 614-4637 payday loans calgary
AAA Ottawa Payday Loans 503 Avenue Gladstone, Ottawa, ON K1R 5N9 (343) 883-1422 payday loans ottawa
AAA Edmonton Payday Loans 10223 97 Street Northwest, Edmonton, AB T5J 0L5 (780) 669-1284 payday loans edmonton

Anonymous said...

Good way of describing, and nice article to get facts concerning my presentation subject matter, which i am going to deliver in university.



Here is my webpage ... filing bankruptcy

Unknown said...

nike air max 90
coach outlet online
new england patriots jerseys
michael kors outlet online,michael kors,kors outlet,michael kors outlet,michael kors handbags,michael kors outlet online sale,michael kors handbags clearance,michael kors purses,michaelkors.com,michael kors bags,michael kors shoes,michaelkors,cheap michael kors
tory burch outlet online
supra footwear
ugg uk
atlanta falcons jersey
michael kors outlet
bottega veneta handbags
celtics jerseys
hermes belt
oakley sunglasses wholesale
michael jordan jersey
coach outlet
lebron 12
north face outlet store
the north face uk
nike free,nike free run,free running,free run,nike running
hermes bags
air jordan 13
nike trainers,nike trainers uk,cheap nike trainers,nike shoes uk,cheap nike shoes uk
oakley sunglasses
oakland raiders jerseys
chicago blackhawks jersey
mont blanc
derrick rose jersey
indianapolis colts jerseys
mulberry handbags
christian louboutin sale
yongro0723

mmjiaxin said...

prada sneakers
ugg boots uk
mulberry outlet store
canada goose jackets
soccer jerseys wholesale
swarovski crystal
true religion outlet
mlb jerseys
fred perry polo shirts
michael kors factory store
air jordan shoes for sale
north face outlet
cheap ray ban sunglasses
louis vuitton outlet store
cyber monday 2015
nike air huarache
longchamp handbags
tods shoes
nike free uk
canada goose outlet
mm1024