In news from the franchise that seems destined to take over the mantle of devotional fandom vacated by that iconic boy-wizard, the word is that ‘Twilight 3′ is already in casting.
The movie translation of Stephenie Myers’ longed-for third chapter, ‘Eclipse’ has been shrouded in secrecy since the book rights were sold, but three of the characters are now ‘outed’ for fans in official briefs, released by Summit. Read on for news, but be warned – there are spoilers…
Part three’s director, David Slade, has a clear vision of what is required: The first character now open for screen tests is named, ‘Seth Clearwater,’ who’s described as “a “tall, gangly-limbed boy, with a huge, happy grin. He idolizes Jacob.”
Another notice seeks a girl to portray Seth’s sister, Leah. She’s defined as 19-years old, and La Push’s only female member, requiring an actress who is, ‘tall and slender with beautiful skin and cropped black hair. Would be considered gorgeous if not for her perpetual scowl due to a broken heart, and her anger issues.” says the notice.
Two other actors are also required to portray novitiate members of the Quileute tribe and the ‘La Push’ wolf pack. And just as in ‘New Moon,’ these actors need to have Native American or First Nation heritage to win what are sure to be coveted roles.
So ‘Eclipse’ is in motion, but chapter four, ‘Breaking Dawn’ still seems up in the air — No-one is signed yet to make it all work? “I’m signed for three,” Peter Facinelli told E’s reporters at the MTV music awards. “I’m hoping they make four. If New Moon does well, I think they will.”
Ashley Greene was also unsure, “I can’t even think that far in advance!” she told reporters. “They’re just going to have to make a Twilight Five! I will be forever known as a Twilight girl.”
Leads, Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart, however, have confirmed they want to do chapter four. So the news overall is quite good.
‘Eclipse,’ meanwhile, will start lensing in August, for a planned US debut on June 30th, 2010.
