Archives for 2010

100 Monkeys Does GoDaddy Commercial

Lexicon reader, Jamie, wrote in to tell us about this one:

“Jackson Rathbone and his band, 100 Monkeys, starred in a promotion for “Go Daddy”. They’re dressed in silly costumes, and talking with fake Russian accents and pretending to be a band called “The Mustaches”. It’s so hilarious! Plus people can vote for their favorite video so by sending this out to Twi-fans you can help out the band 🙂

Here’s the link:

http://videos.godaddy.com/godaddy-commercial-contest.aspx?vid=1432&isc=contest10se

there are several videos and only the top one plays first so be sure to tell folks to watch “The Mustaches” (you can click on it on the right).

Melissa Rosenberg on New Yorker Vampire Panel

melissa-rosenbergheadshotAs part of the annual New Yorker Festival run by the magazine of the same name, Melissa Rosenberg sat on a panel with other authors who have penned or adapted vampire fiction. Fellow panelists included Stephen King who created controversy last year for comments made on the Twilight Series.

“These vampires are lost souls, Carroll said, the type that women long to make their “projects.” The sex, King pointed out, is invariably adolescent—“they just want to bite the girl’s neck”—and Rosenberg elaborated: the self-loathing Edward from “Twilight” is “actually very safe, because of his own morality.” King asked if there was a parallel between maintaining abstinence and not wanting to suck her blood? Rosenberg didn’t miss a beat: “Absolutely.”

Kimbra Hickey Wants Small Breaking Dawn Role

Kimbra Hickey, the hand model whose hands are on the iconic cover of Twilight, is hoping for a walk-on role on Breaking Dawn.

According to the New York Post:

“Hickey’s agent, Danielle Korwin, said her hands are in demand because they are “veinless” — not the sort of hands a vampire would like.

The 2004 photo shoot for the “Twilight” book cover paid $300 — the industry standard for two hours of work. Hickey had to file her nails extra short so her tiny hands didn’t look like an adult’s.

Lately, she’s been going to “Twilight” fan conventions — she’s at one this weekend in Portland, Ore. — where she sells apple-scented hand lotion.

So far, she knows of four “Twihards” — as the vampire-romance fans are called — who’ve gotten tattoos of her hands.

Her goal is to break into acting. She’s trying to contact the casting director for the fourth installment in the “Twilight” series.

“If I could get a little background part, it would be fantastic,” she said — “even if they only wanted my hands in it.”

See more on the New York Post

Best of luck to Kimbra with her goal.

Via Gossip Cop

FOX: Robert Pattinson Wants His own Production Company

Fox talked to Robert Pattinson about his future plans in the entertainment industry.

“Many actors and actresses in Hollywood, including George Clooney, Brad Pitt, and Julia Roberts have started their own production companies, and have produced and nurtured movies and television shows which they want to star in and/or feel passionate about.”

There is an audio interview with Rob talking about his future found here.

Noot Seear Shoots Fashion Movie

This is a new one on us, a mini-movie to promote a fashion line. We shouldn’t have been surprised since book trailers for upcoming novels are all the rage. Noot Seear who played Heidi in New Moon stars in this one. According to the description:

“Noot Seear stars in Gordon Hull’s noir-chic film The Getaway, exclusive for Tory Burch and featuring looks from the fall collection.”

There is also an interview on Elle with Newt about the video and the differences between shooting something like this and a Twilight movie.

Alloy Magazine: Twilight Actors and Characters as Roommates

Alice CullenAlloy magazine has done two recent features on celebrities and movie characters people would love to have as roommates.  Alice Cullen made the list as one of the characters and Kristen Stewart made the list as one of the celebrities.

“In The Twilight Saga, Alice goes out of her way to make sure Bella is as happy as can be at all times. She showers her with gifts and loves to use Bella as her personal Barbie doll. We’d love to tap into the endless Cullen cashflow for a little free swag, wouldn’t you?”

See the rest of the characters here.

Chaske Spencer to Host Halloween Party at Foxwoods Resort

Chaske Spencer is going to host the Halloween party at the MGM Shrine located at the Foxwoods resort and casino in Connecticut.

According to the Shrine Facebook:

“SANCTUARY SATURDAY at Shrine is one of the hottest parties in New England week in and week out. We bring in top of the line DJs and groups from all over the world to keep the music fresh and unique, and to keep the crowds coming back for more all year long!

This special Halloween edition we have Chaske Spencer, star of TWILIGHT, hosting the sexiest Halloween party on the east coast!
Are you a vampire or a werewolf??? Music by NYC DJ Carlos Melange!

Doors @ 9:00 / 21+
$20 cover
Ladies NO COVER before 10pm!

For VIP information including exclusive tables and bottle service please call John at 860.204.6366  or email [email protected]

Check out the Facebook page here.

Via Oh Quileute

The Denali Coven: Vegetarian Vampire Makeovers

Lexicon reader Adonis has transformed our latest cast members into vegetarian vampires. Click on their images to see them full-sized.

Bill Condon’s Message to Fans

Bill condon handBill Condon, the director of Breaking Dawn, has posted another letter to fans of the series.  He introduces us to the rest of his film making team, many of whom are award winning and known for their great work!

Hello fans!

Has it really been five months (and a day) since my last dispatch? In my defense, they’ve been five months spent immersed in the world of TWILIGHT – something I’m sure you can all appreciate. We’re in the thick of pre-production now, juggling everything from casting to storyboarding to location scouting, getting it all ready to go, but I do want to take a moment to announce to you exclusively a few of the amazing production team members who are hard at work alongside me, bringing these movies to life.

Read the rest of the letter at the Official Twilight Saga Facebook Page.

Update on Lori’s Mom

Lori will not be in Portland for the Official Twilight Convention this weekend. Shelley is going solo. Lori’s mom is undergoing major surgery today they only discovered it would be necessary a few days ago when her mom wasn’t doing well again.  If you are so inclined, if you could keep her in your thoughts and prayers it would be appreciated.

Update: Lori’s mom went through the first phase of the operation well. They are now moving on to the second item.

Second Update: My mom is out of surgery and in the ICU for recovery.  The next 24 hours are still critical to make sure everything keeps working well.  In case you haven’t been following me on twitter, this was a heart situation brought on from the dangerous infection she had a few weeks ago.  Thanks for all your support and prayers today.  I wouldn’t normally use the Lexicon in this way, but mom has been a behind the scenes contributor to the site since day one helping out with kids so I can do what I need to do around here.  We’ll let you know when she’s all better!