Catherine Hardwicke, the director of the iconic Twilight saga, recently discussed potential actors who could play the lead roles if a reboot were to happen. In an interview on the Watch-a-long podcast, Hardwicke expressed her belief that Jenna Ortega and Jacob Elordi would be perfect choices for Bella Swan and Edward Cullen respectively. Hardwicke praised Elordi, stating, “I mean, he’s amazing. He probably would be Edward today.” She also commended Ortega, describing her as “amazing.”
The Search for Jacob Black
During the interview, Hardwicke also shared an interesting encounter she had with model Lewis Tan. Tan revealed to her that he had auditioned for the role of Jacob Black, which eventually went to Taylor Lautner. Hardwicke acknowledged the life-changing impact that landing such a role would have had on anyone. It’s intriguing to think about how the Twilight universe could have been different with Tan in the role of Jacob.
Hardwicke also shed light on the studio’s initial hesitation in casting Robert Pattinson as Edward. She vividly recalled their first meeting, describing his appearance as “black bangs for hair” and being “kind of out of shape.” Despite his unconventional presentation, Hardwicke saw the potential in Pattinson and believed it would work both in person and on screen. To convince the studio, Hardwicke sent over “fun auditions” showcasing Pattinson’s talent. However, the studio doubted whether Pattinson could truly embody the striking and beautiful Edward Cullen.
Hardwicke was determined to prove the studio wrong and transform Pattinson into the attractive Edward they envisioned. She assured the skeptics, reminding them of Pattinson’s stunning cheekbones and the plans for a complete makeover, including his hair and physical conditioning. Her confidence in Pattinson’s ability to captivate audiences eventually persuaded the studio to give him the role. It’s fascinating to consider how Pattinson’s portrayal of Edward would have differed without Hardwicke’s unwavering support and conviction.
Catherine Hardwicke, the talented director behind the Twilight franchise, recently discussed potential actors for the lead roles in a hypothetical reboot. She expressed her belief that Jenna Ortega and Jacob Elordi would be perfect as Bella Swan and Edward Cullen. Hardwicke also shared an interesting anecdote about Lewis Tan’s audition for Jacob Black and her initial struggle to convince the studio to cast Robert Pattinson as Edward. Hardwicke’s insights provide a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes challenges and decision-making processes that shape the iconic Twilight series.
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