SlashFilm is reporting that the rumors of Dakota Fanning being in Twilght’s sequel New Moon have been confirmed. Fanning will play Jane a member of an Italian group of vampires.
Having never read the book, I will trust the people who have told me that it is a good casting, and she fits the part. Filming for the sequel to the hit movie will begin filming later this month.
- Dennis
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http://www.slashfilm.com/2009/03/09/dakota-fanning-cast-in-new-moon/
I've read the books and yeah, she's definitely Jane (well, at least she's blonde)
What is her character like? Fanning probably can out act the other actors in the movie, so guess you don't have to worry about her performance.
Well I've only seen Dakota Fanning play a 'darker' role in one other movie (Hide and Seek) and everything else I've seen has been a little on the 'sweet and innocent' side of things. The character of Jane in the Twilight saga is anything but sweet or innocent and Jane is an evil and twisted individual. It will be an interesting part for her to play. Will be great to see her in something as dark as this (assuming the script supports it).
I love Dakota Fanning for this – I think she is perfect to be the angelic looking force of malevolence that is Jane.
I agree with Roth, I think she'll be a perfect Jane. She's got a darkside, and she's a great actress – not to mention she looks exactly like I pictured Jane with the bulgy childlike eyes and ethereal doll-like face. If I had my casting wishes, she's who I'd pick.