POPSTAR.COM: NEW INTERVIEW WITH PETER FACINELLI
PopStar.com has an exclusive new interview with Peter Facinelli, who plays Carlisle in ‘Twilight’. They ask him about his role in ‘New Moon’, his many conventions coming up, whether he thinks Bella made the right choice in picking Edward, and more.
PopStar: New Moon begins filming in a couple of weeks. What are you most looking forward to?Peter Facinelli: In general, the second book, New Moon, is really interesting because of the way it delves into the American Indians part of Jacob’s story. It has a lot more special effects with the werewolves; I am excited to see how that all comes out. I am also excited that Chris Weitz will be building this world.
PopStar: You play Carlisle, the patriarch of the Cullen family. What can we expect to see from Carlisle in New Moon?
Peter Facinelli: The Cullen family does not have much to do in the second book but there are important scenes. The beginning part is what really launches the Cullen family into hiding because Jasper basically attacks Bella and we realize that it might be too dangerous for her, so we pack up our bags and head out of town. That launches Bella’s journey with Jacob and how she finds out about his side of the family. The vote at the end is pretty important as well because they vote on whether Bella will become part of the family as a vampire or not. Those two things are very crucial; there is not much but it is important. I have a really nice scene with Bella where I am stitching up her finger and we are talking about how Carlisle feels about vampires and how it differs from Edward.
PopStar: In Twilight, we got a little bit of back story on Carlisle. Do you think that we will learn much more about him and his family in New Moon?
Peter Facinelli: I don’t know. I really think that this film touches more upon the Native American Indians, Bella’s relationship with Jacob and her yearning for Edward. So I don’t know how much of that will play into New Moon. In the third book, I know it goes a lot into the family history. I am excited to film the third book as well because the third book has lot to do with the Cullen Family.
PopStar: Can you identify at all with your character Carlisle?
Peter Facinelli: Yes, there are certain parts of Carlisle that I identify with. Him being the patriarch of the family and him having these kids he looks after. I like to think that I have a lot of compassion for my family and other humans, which Carlisle has. The things that differ for me is I had to figure out how to bring 350 years of knowledge to the screen. He is a guy who has a lot of wisdom and power in movements.
PopStar: Carlisle is very caring and nurturing in the books but who would you say is the caretaker on set?
Peter Facinelli: That is a tough one because they are all such great people. We all care about each other a lot. It really is like a family on and off the set.
PopStar: Last year while filming Twilight, some fans would show up on set. Do you think fans will show up to the New Moon set and if so what are your thoughts?
Peter Facinelli: Probably. We had a little bit of that on the first one and the movie was not even released yet so I can’t imagine, I am sure they will beef up the security for the second one. For the first one we had a lot of fans come out and they were very respectful but again I cannot imagine what the second one will be like. It’s not like they will be stealing any plot points, if you want any you can just read the book. Some movies are secretive where they don’t want to give away any spoilers but this is based on a book and we want to keep it close to the book. People just want to see the book put onscreen and there really are not spoilers to be had.
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I love Peter, I think he’s great! I really loved how he answered his questions. He seems so well spoken and caring – a perfect choice for Carlisle!
What did you think of this interview? Did you have a favorite part? Was there anything you were surprised to learn?
He is so adorable. I used to dislike him in his earlier films but this one he won me over! I wish nothing but the best for Mr Facinelli!
I agree, he’s very well spoken and seems like a caring person, just like Carlisle:)
The only thing I really didn’t like about Carlisle was that scarf!!
I cannot wait for the vote scene. I crack up everytime Edward stomps around the house and tears the TV apart.
I agree Peter is right for Carlisle. I was not familiar with him before Twilight, but he does seem to have the same demeanor as I would expect from Carlisle. He was certainly the diplomat in this interview. That’s nice to see. No swollen ego to deal with.
I hope they have him stitching Bella’s arm and not her finger. Not just for accuracy, but an arm injury would provide more time for that in depth conversation. A finger would need what, a band-aid?
And, as for the vote scene, I look forward to (hopefully) seeing Rob stomping and raging around. I hope they don’t tone this down too much.
I like Peter.. He did a great job in Twilight and will do a great job in New Moon and Eclipse and hopefully breaking dawm if that one is made..
He is also soooo gorgeous! I think he’s really cute.
peter facinelli is so awesome!!! he’s like the best person to play Carlisle