Monday, October 10, 2016

The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2


Part 2 of the finale of The Twilight Saga is definitely one of the better films in the series, and infinitely better than Part 1, although that isn't saying much.  We get to the point where Bella is finally a vampire and she starts to learn the ins and outs of being one.  The film also focuses upon how Bella accustoms to her new life, and how her daughter, Renesmee presents the uncertainty in the Cullens' lives.  Unfortunately for the Cullens, Renesmee is mistook to be a threat from the Volturi and a huge build up for a final battle begins.  Allies from all over the world gather, and Bella also learns her super powers... sorry, Bella's talents.  Just like in the novels, all vampires have a "talent" but the talents become so outrageous and exaggerated that it feels like they have superpowers instead, and this is some sort of X-Men-esque universe.  Anyway, unlike the novels, the writers had found a way to incorporate a climactic battle, which satisfies some the bloodlust that viewers would no doubt be feeling, although readers of the novel would know how it pans it, if you were unaware, the actual reason for the battle can feel contrived and lame.  Overall, Breaking Dawn - Part 2 isn't the horrid film that it had every potential to be, while it still has those cringeworthy scenes and dialogue, it's passable and at times, enjoyable.

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