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    Written November 18, 2011

    Bloody Perfect!

    Each movie in the saga got better and better with the acting and visual effects. With Breaking Dawn, it was mind blowing. Yes, I have read the books, but see it on the big screen and how they have put everything together was amazing! The whole cast did an amazing job and it really takes you through this roller coaster that makes you feel as if you don't know what to expect. That's the best part for me as a fan. All I have to say is that you must see it! Can't wait for part two now :D

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    Written November 18, 2011

    The Best One Yet!

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    I love this book series, except for the final book Breaking Dawn. BUT, this movie has made me love the last book!.. It was perfect!... The only thing I am having trouble with is waiting for a whole year to see the next one

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    Written November 18, 2011

    Loved Breaking Dawn, found it appropriate for my 16 & 12yo girls

    This was by far my most favorite of the movie series. It moves fast, keeps one's interest and shows love and compassion without going over the top. I took my 2 daughters ages 16 and 12. Someone told me that it wasn't appropriate for my 12yo because of the adult content and graphics. I did not find that to be the case. The love scenes were refreshing as Bella waited for Edward till they were married. Passion was evident and there were glimpses in the bedroom scene, but I found it appropriate in content and message. I want movies with morals of 'abstinence & life values.' The end with baby birth is graphic, there is blood, crippling pain, death and revival . . . but it was also a beautiful sacrificial giving to life. Simply loved the movie! Kudos also for improving acting abilities by the actors. In particular, I could really see the growth with Taylor Lautner (Jacob). Kristen Stewart (Bella) also had some great scenes during pregnancy & birth.

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    Written November 18, 2011

    such a great movie

    Omg wow!!!! I can't tell you how fantastic this movie was. The fights, everything the romance and I have become more of a Jacob fan. Taylor Launter did his thing in this movie. I loved the scene when he imprinted on Renesme. I am going to see this movie again!!!!!

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    Written November 18, 2011

    The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 1Movie Was The Shiiiit!

    OMG, this movie was soooooo good from head to toe! i want to go watch it again and again! you feel soo into the movie! i love love love it! so romantic, so much thrill, 100 thumbs up!

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    Written November 18, 2011

    Breaking Dawn

    That mavie was awesome!!! I have not seen any of the other movies but now I understand the hoopla!! I can't wait for part 2. I am sitting up tonight looking at Twilight and New Moon, and will check out Eclipse tomorrow. I'm hooked!

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    Written November 21, 2011

    The Breaking Dawn Part I Experience

    The previews for Breaking Dawn started to announce itself, and I was thrilled!! Every preview had me on edge waiting for it to come out to theaters. I bought and secured my ticket in advance and glad I did, for the showing for November 18th was sold out. That tells you something!! This is by far the best movie they made!! It's definitely worth go seeing in my opinion, and I'm not just saying that because I am a fanatic. Even people who dislike The Twilight Saga was pleased with this movie. I would say that I recommend it more to teens and adults versus kids, for there are intense scenes in the movie. I rate this movie a 9/10. It seemed rushed, which is the only bad thing about it. Great job Summit for making yet another great movie. I will be waiting to order my advance tickets from Fandango for part II.

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    Written November 22, 2011

    Breaking Dawn - Part I

    by 2sunny

    After reading some of the bad reviews following the L.A. premiere, I wasn't sure what I was going to think of Breaking Dawn - Part I. After seeing it however, I can't imagine any of those critics actually read the book. The movie follows the book as closely as it can, given the amount of material contained in the book, and in order to leave enough of the story to be told in Breaking Dawn - Part II.

    I was pleasantly surprised at the range of emotions displayed in the movie, and it was particularly nice to have some humor interjected into the scenes in the first part. The theatre I went to was sold out, and it seemed that each and every person there was totally caught up in both the dialogue and the action.

    The movie ended at exactly the right place, but you will have to go see it to find out if you agree or not. If you're a fan of the books and have seen the first three films, you absolutely must go see this one! I only wish we didn't have to wait an entire year for Part II.

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    Written November 18, 2011

    Difficult scenes were handled well, with one GLARING exception

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    The movie was pretty faithful to the book and, due to being in two parts, was able to include important dialogue and details from the book which otherwise would have been eliminated due to length. The film handled sensitive topics and difficult scenes very well, including sex,pregnancy, blood, and violence, with surprising delicacy and tact and without explicit depictions, gratuitous nudity, or superfluous gore. As usual, the language was acceptable throughout with no offensive swearing. There was a great deal of tenderness and humor in the movie too, providing a welcome relief from the darker and more intense themes. All of the acting was improved from previous movies. The only exception to this positive review is a single ill-conceived scene where the wolf-pack communicates telepathically with one another (in strange, booming, reverberating voices), which was so ludicrous and reminiscent of bad 1970s Planet of the Apes stuff, that I actually laughed out loud.

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    Written November 18, 2011

    Must go if you a true fan, but so so if not...

    I think it was a little quirky but overall it is a tradition to go to opening night! The comradery with all the fans you meet is always so much fun! As usual the book was so much better, but the graphics that come to life are great. Who wouldn't want to see Jacob with his shirt off!!!!! The young fans that were once 13 are now 17 so it is nice to see how the audience has matured with the movies premiers. I can hardly wait for the next one we make the pilgrimage to Forks!

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    Written November 21, 2011

    LOVE

    Truly the best of the series. Some elements added beyond the contents of the book make it a great romantic comedy for any couple looking to spend a date night. The costume, hair and makeup departments all deserve a major award for their splendid work. An absolute must-see for any Twilight lover or curious movie-goer (definitely watch the other movies first though if you haven't, no back story for the uninitiated).

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    Written January 1, 2012

    LOVED IT

    by kkate08

    I really liked this movie I really liked this movie <3
    My favorite part though was probably near the beginning of the movie with the wedding and everything :D

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    Written November 18, 2011

    This will be the greatest movie ever

    by nelly57

    The book was so good, I could not put it down. I bet the movie will be the greatest. I am going to see it on the 18th.

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    Written November 18, 2011

    Now you're gettin' it!

    The good news is the actors and behind-the-scenes guys of the Twilight franchise finally understand. The bad news is that it's the first part of the last movie! If only they had all been this good for the first three films they wouldn't have caught so much flack from fans and critics. Breaking Dawn Part 1 nearly makes up for any flaws that the first three films had with some very edge-of-your-seat scenes much more believable acting. I do have a complaint though and it's directed at whoever thought it was a good idea to include so much CGI (and not very good CGI at that). The scene where the wolves are talking made me feel like I was suddenly watching a Disney movie, and did they really need to CGI the baby's face? There is also a scene where Bella is falling down and just before Edward rushes over to keep her head from smacking the floor his eyes get comically large- like something I've seen in Japanese horror flicks or animated children's movies. Worth a watch.

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    Written November 21, 2011

    yes to breaking dawn

    out of all the twilight saga movies, i say this one was the best.very well directed . the birthing scene and fight scene was amazing, i go and see it

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Twilight Saga Guide Welcome to our exclusive Twilight Saga Guide! Watch video interviews with the cast, read up on the latest news from our Twilight blog and check out more features from the Twi-verse. Exclusive Cast Interviews Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson and director Bill Condon break down the wedding sequence, while Pattinson talks about the honeymoon scenes. Also, Taylor Lautner talks about Jacob's split with the wolf pack and his last dance with Bella. Exclusive Interview: Breaking Dawn Director Bill Condon