Stewart Eyes Director's Chair for Twilight Franchise Return
The actress who launched to stardom as Bella Swan now wants to helm a potential reboot of the vampire saga, revealing her ambitious plans and what it would take to make it happen.
The actress who brought Bella Swan to life wants back in the vampire world, but this time from behind the camera. Stewart recently opened up about her directorial ambitions for the beloved franchise that made her a household name.
Speaking candidly about her breakout performance, the star expressed genuine enthusiasm for taking creative control of a potential series reboot. Her vision goes beyond simple nostalgia.
Honoring Previous Directors
"I love what Catherine [Hardwicke] did, I love what Chris [Weitz] did, I love what all of the directors did with the movies," Stewart explained. She praised their unique approaches and authentic storytelling methods.
The filmmakers' individual styles left a lasting impression. "They were so themselves and weird and kind of like, squirrelly, and just so present in that time when they didn't really know what they were yet, like before they blew up," she noted.
What It Would Take
Stewart didn't shy away from discussing the practical requirements for such an ambitious undertaking. The project would demand significant financial backing and creative freedom.
"A huge budget" and "a bunch of love and support" would be necessary to fully realize her creative vision, she stated. These resources would allow her to bring fresh perspectives to the familiar story.
When pressed about her commitment level, Stewart's response was unequivocal: "Yeah, sure, I'll do the remake. I'm doing it! I'm committed!"
From Acting to Directing
The original Twilight saga ran from 2008 to 2012, featuring Stewart alongside Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner. The five-film series generated over $3 bn worldwide, becoming a cultural phenomenon.
Stewart has been expanding her creative horizons recently. She directed The Chronology of Water, featuring Imogen Poots, Thora Birch, and Jim Belushi.
Her upcoming projects include co-writing, producing, and starring in comedy The Wrong Girls with Seth Rogen. She's also attached to appear in Flesh of the Gods, showing her continued presence in front of cameras while building her directorial portfolio.