'Twilight' Countdown: Robert Pattinson and his vampire pals

20 days left...

   

As promised, here is the early edition of the paper's Sunday story on "Twilight." Times writer Gina McIntyre spent a sunny afternoon -- read: scorching hot at 100 degrees F -- with the actors who play three Cullen sibs: Robert Pattinson (Edward), Kellan Lutz (Emmett) and Nikki Reed (Rosalie).

She learned about Robert's "embarrassing" on-set injury...

For the movie's action sequences, the actors experimented with stunts and wire work, which Pattinson admits did not play to his strengths. "I got injured on the first shot of the first day," he said. "I wasn't even doing a stunt. I was just trying to pick up Kristen and I almost tore my hamstring because I hadn't been doing enough squats. It was very embarrassing."

...and what the boys did to wind down...

"When we did have those hard days," added Lutz, 23, "we would go back to Rob's room. He had a couple of guitars in there and a lot of great music. It was really fun being able to relax and have the cast come together, having that time just to bond and not really be actors but friends."

Read the whole thing here, and leave your feedback below.

And I have more good news! I just confirmed that I will be talking to RPattz himself Election Day  Tuesday. I'd like to devote that Q&A strictly to the best questions I get from you guys, the fans. I won't be able to ask every single one submitted, but rest assured I'll select a most representative bunch. Once again, fire away!

Also, don't forget to check back in tomorrow to find out who won last Saturday's Caption This contest, and to participate in the next.

-- Denise Martin

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Photo credit: Summit Entertainment (above) / Getty Images

Comments

[Brittany]

Question for Rob:
If you can play in any other vampire movie, what would it be and why?

[Kristin]

For future projects, is there a role or character type you would like to portray?

Is there an actor, friend or someone who has been influential/inspirational (male and or female), you would like to work with?

Actor, and now Original Music. Can you see yourself or would you like to “don another hat” in the film industry? If so, which in particular?

[Elizabeth]

It's hard to come up with just one question, there are so many. My question: How does your family feel about your sudden popularity? Are you a close family? Are you and your sisters close? I bet they are very proud.

[SD]

Seeing as how Rob is promoted a lot on the internet through fan-sites, message boards, promotional blitz sites for How To Be & Little Ashes, etc.. has he ever checked out any of those sites?

[Evelyn]

Questions for Robert:

You seem to like taking on many different roles in the characters you play. Is there one particular character or project you would love to bring to life or to work on in the future?

I love your music and would like to know what you have planned in the future in regards to your love for singing and producing. Any plans to put out a CD or go on a tour?

Thanks!

[Dawn]

Rob- When I hear your music I always think of Jeff Buckley. This is a huge compliment by the way. I was wondering if he's had any influence on your music?

[Stephanie Smith]

My question for Rob is:

What is your biggest pet peeve and what is your favorite place to get away and relax?

[helen]

Robert why didnt you want to put an auditon on tape for Catherine Hardwicke.(Catherine mentions it in an audio interview with one site).

[michelle G]

is there a particular role that you would do anything to get if the opportunity came your way?

[Ruth]

Can he confirm that he's going to be playing one of the leads in Parts Per Billion and if so when is that likely to be filmed.

[Judith]

Rob mentioned two other projects besides an indie film(which I assume is Parts Per Billion) that he was going to be involved in.

Can he confirm that these two other projects are not Twilight films but other films that he cant talk about at the momnet. (Fans are keen to know know that he is being offered good work and we'll see him in many roles and not just as Edward.

[Carolyn]

Rob used to say he thought fans only liked him because of him playing Edward. Does he now appreciate after meeting fans that they actually have a good understanding of his other roles and appreciate him as an actor and not just for playing the character of Edward?

[He seemed surprised at the Austin film festival that fans were aware of his earlier TV work or even playing Dali]

[Kelly]

We don't hear much about Rob's family.

I want to know. What does Rob's family think about his fame? Do they get scared for you? Do they find it funny?

[Sarah]

As a fan of Rob's I dont want him to be too distracted by a musical career but want him to focus on film as he is such a wonderful actor. Can he confirm that acting is his main focus as a career?

[Lorna]

There was some talk that a film biography of Jeff Buckley was being planned. Is he interested in playing Jeff Buckley in a bio film. I think he'd be awsome in the role.

The same applies to the planned biography film of John Lennon's early life. is he interested in going for that role as he'd be perfect.

[Angela Atherton]

I wanted to ask Robert if he is aware of the effort, started by a group of Twilight Moms, to secure him an invitation to host Saturday Night Live, and what he thinks of that idea! If the opportunity presented itself, would he be interested in hosting SNL?

Thanks for the opportunity to have our questions answered, Denise! We're all really enjoying your daily countdown articles!

-Angela

[Ruthie]

If he could play any role from a film what would it be.(He'd be an amazing lead in a remake of a Clockwork Orange and has a Malcolm McDowell vibe to him)

What are his favourite british comedy series/performers?

Is there a character from a book he'd like to play e.g Troy in Far From the Madding Crowd (played by Terence Stamp in the 1960's) which would be a perfect match for him.

[Jaidi]

My Question for Robert:

Back while you were first beginning filming and receiving hate mail, i organized a Love Notebook through Twilight Moms. I (along with many other Twilight Moms I am sure) would like to know if you ever received that notebook and if so what did you think?

[Amy]

Which Cullen couple has the most off-screen chemistry?

Is there a part of the book that didn't make it into the film that you wished had?

[Kerry]

What was the most difficult scene to film in Little Ashes.

Has he seen the final version of Little Ashes

Would he like to play any other artists or poets.

Did he have any tuition for the painting scenes in Little Ashes

Has he always been such a good bike rider (little Ashes reference where he has to ride a bike).

Whats his favourite scene from Little Ashes

[Susan]

A question for Rob:

What qualities in a character do you look for when you consider taking a role in a movie?

[Angela]

Hi Denise and thanks so much for a wonderful article!

My question for Rob is - at this point in your career, you probably have mixed feelings, i.e. happy because your film roles are so well-received, and a bit daunted too because there will probably be some sacrifices you have to make in terms of privacy and similar issues. What would you say are the PROS of being at this stage now, and the CONS? If there was anything you could change or do over, or not do at all, in your career thus far, what would that be?

Please tell him too that he is the most humble, genuine person and it's one of the reasons he is so very much appreciated!

[Tania]

Does he think he needs to nurture a male fanbase to get a wider range of roles in the way that James McAvoy has through appearing in Wanted.

Are there any grapphic novel roles that he is interested in and has he autioned for any

Does his agent have a strategy for his career

Would he like to appear in the next Pirates of the Caribbean film with Johnny Depp

Was it easy to strip for Little Ashes

WIll he ever want a role enough to build up his body for it in the way that Matt Damon has for the Bourne Identity films.

If Kristen wasnt going out with Michael Angarino woud he have made a pass at her.

[Beth]

Question for Rob:

How do you handle all the travel arrangements for promoting your movies? Do you have to hire someone to manage that for you & that person keeps you on track for where you're supposed to be? I know you were recently in Texas, then Mexico, back to LA & then Rome! That's a crazy schedule for anyone to keep up with!!

[Maria]

Thanks for the article!

Question: How do you like LA (so far)? Have you had anytime to explore outside of the typical downtown/Hollywood areas? And do you miss England/Britain?