I was AMAZED at how closely this film followed the book. Most of the dialog was word for word.Fantastic! I wish more screenwriters were able to do what Melissa Rosenberg did here.The story is already great, already beloved by millions, so why mess with it? Do they really think they can come in so late in the game and IMPROVE a story that has sold millions of copies?! What egos! Some changes are necessary and unavoidable, but with books like these, the fewer changes, the better. Summit found a great combination of cast, writers, and director for New Moon. Maybe we'll see that combination work together again for Breaking Dawn. I only recommended Twilight for people who had read the book, but anyone can enjoy New Moon.