Twilight

November
21
'Twilight': 'Being a part of something this popular has truly been a gift'

Saturday update: Good news "Twilight" fans - this morning Summit Entertainment announced it is moving forward on production of the next film in the franchise, "New Moon," based on the second novel in Stephenie Meyer's series.

Posted by Kathy Lyford

Rachelle_1_2 "Twilight's" Rachelle Lefevre, who plays menacing vampire Victoria, has had a crazy week. And she still took time out to answer your questions. We all owe her a big thank you!

Over the last few years, I've watched Rachelle's career take off. She's been on lots of auditions, booked several jobs and has had a few disappointments. Through it all she's remained positive, focused and determined.

About a year ago, when she told me she'd gotten a job working on a vampire movie based on Stephenie Meyer's series of books, I had a feeling it was going to be something very big for her. So it was a real treat for me to be there at the premiere of "Twilight" on Monday night and watch her enjoy all the hype and adulation surrounding the film. The pictures here are from the red carpet.

I hope all you fans enjoy the Q&A and that you loved the movie! Some of you may still be standing in line at your local theater to get a chance to see it.

We'll start with a TV question, since that's what this blog is all about...

Q. You are truly one of my favorite people to see on the TV screen and always love when your name appears as a guest star for a given episode. Now that you are involved with such a big film, will you be concentrating more on movies or can we still look forward to seeing you on TV? And if you were to get a part in a series, would you prefer a comedy or drama? - Keith
A. Thank you so much for all your support! My first love really is film. I love the idea of giving my all and really exploring something for a few months and then trying something else. That being said I have been building a career in TV for a while now and I’m so grateful for all the opportunities I have been given. I love doing arcs on shows because you get a chance to work with so many different actors and I’ve learned so much. I love TV and I will absolutely continue to look for interesting roles to play on the small screen. If I was lucky enough to be a series regular on a show I would prefer a drama, although I do love dramedy like "Grey’s Anatomy."

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November
9
'Twilight': Ask Victoria

Rachelle Lefevre, who plays the vampire Victoria in Summit's upcoming and highly anticipated film "Twilight," will answer reader questions right here on Season Pass.

I know this is a TV blog and our other Q&As have all been television-related, but Rachelle is a pal of mine and I thought it would be fun for "Twilight" fans. Besides, Rachelle is no stranger to the small screen; she's appeared on plenty of TV shows.

Victoria I first met Rachelle, who hails from Montreal, at an "American Idol" party when she was promoting the Fox sitcom "Life on a Stick," on which she had a starring role. She's been on the rise ever since appearing on episodes of "Bones," "Four Kings," "Veronica Mars," "The Class" (an underappreciated series, in my opinion), "How I Met Your Mother," "The Closer" and "CSI: NY."  In addition, she had recurring roles on "What About Brian" and "Swingtown" (a Season Pass favorite series) and a three-episode arc on "Boston Legal." You can catch her on an episode of "Eli Stone," airing Tuesday, and an upcoming "CSI."

This is a great chance to get to know Rachelle (pictured as Victoria) and find out more about "Twilight."

Here are the rules:

1) Hit the comment button below and ask your question. You have until Wednesday, Nov. 12 at 11 p.m.
2) You may ask more than one question but we are looking for quality, not quantity. Asking more will not guarantee that you'll get an answer. In the spirit of fairness, we try to give plenty of folks a chance.
3) Read through the other comments to make sure you're not repeating something that's already been asked.
4) I'll email the very best questions to Rachelle while she's on the U.S. mall tour to promote "Twilight."
5) I'm hoping she'll be able to find time to answer as many as she can and send them back to me in time to post Nov. 19, just prior to the Nov. 21 opening of the film. Please check back then.
6) Please don't get too personal. You can ask her about her background, how she got into acting, her experiences on "Twilight" or any of the above-mentioned television shows. Let's be clever with the questions.

Have fun and thanks for reading Season Pass. While you wait for the answers to this Q&A, please read our completed sessions with showrunners and actors from your favorite series. Check out the menu there on the right for links.

Posted by Kathy Lyford


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