Eclipse

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  • NR
  • 2016
  • 1 hr 12 min

Eclipse is the third installment in the Twilight movie series. The movie is based on the novel of the same name by Stephenie Meyer. Directed by David Slade, the movie was released in 2010 and grossed over $698 million worldwide. Eclipse follows the love triangle between Bella Swan (played by Kristen Stewart), Edward Cullen (played by Robert Pattinson), and Jacob Black (played by Taylor Lautner). Bella is torn between her love for Edward, a vampire, and Jacob, a werewolf. Meanwhile, Seattle is being terrorized by a string of murders and the Cullen family suspects that a new vampire is behind them. Edward and his family must unite with their former enemies, the werewolves, to protect Bella and the rest of the town.

The movie begins with the mysterious disappearance of Riley Biers, a teenage boy from Forks. Bella is worried about the murders in Seattle and when she learns about Biers' disappearance, she is convinced that they are related. She asks Edward to transform her into a vampire so that she can protect herself and those she loves, but he refuses. Jacob, who is in love with Bella, takes the opportunity to try and win her heart by reminding her of the dangers of being a vampire and the consequences of her choices.

Edward and Jacob are forced to put their differences aside when they learn that an army of newly turned vampires, led by Riley and Victoria, a vampire seeking revenge against Edward, are heading towards Forks. The Cullens and the werewolves form an alliance to fight off the army and protect Bella.

One of the main themes in the movie is the idea of choice, specifically Bella's choice between Edward and Jacob. Bella is torn between her love for Edward, who represents eternal life as a vampire, and her friendship with Jacob, who represents a normal human life. The movie explores the idea of choice and the consequences that come with it. Bella must weigh her options and determine what she truly wants in life.

Another theme in the movie is the idea of loyalty. The Cullens and the werewolves have historically been enemies, but they must work together in order to protect their loved ones. The movie explores the idea of loyalty and the lengths that people will go to in order to protect those that they care about.

Eclipse also delves into the backstories of some of the characters. We learn more about Rosalie and Jasper's past and how they became vampires. We also learn more about the werewolf pack and their history.

The movie ends with Bella making a choice between Edward and Jacob, and the Cullens and werewolves successfully defeating the vampire army. The final scene sets up the next installment in the series, Breaking Dawn.

Overall, Eclipse is an action-packed movie that continues the story of Bella, Edward, and Jacob. It explores themes of choice and loyalty while also providing insight into the backstories of some of the characters. Fans of the Twilight series will enjoy this movie, but those who are not fans may find it hard to follow.

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Description
  • Release Date
    2016
  • MPAA Rating
    NR
  • Runtime
    1 hr 12 min