You will never come close to appreciating the movies if you haven't read the books. Catherine Hardwicke had a much edgier take on the story, I thought Twilight was well done. The director of New Moon is obviously a more traditional film director. Jacob's character was played to perfection, and Taylor should be proud, it was definitely his movie! Kristen's performance definitely needs a little more emotion..the build up at the fountain, should have been one of the biggest adrenaline rushes in the film... it was a bit of a let down. I still loved the film! Looking forward to Eclipse! Director for Breaking Dawn is going to have to be someone with great talent, vision and emotional connection, to pull that one off well !!