As someone who enjoyed the "Twilight" series of books, Revathi Maturi was looking forward to the movie version of the first novel. Then she watched the trailers, and she found herself lowering her expectations. But even she was surprised by how flawed the film turned out to be. Yes, it was funny — but not in a good way.

On Thursday, Nov. 20, at 10:32 p.m., Lauren and Lor ventured into the depths of the Savoy 16 to learn firsthand about the curious rituals of those commonly known as "Twi-hards." Dressed in Edward Cullen T-shirts, the two were out late on a school night to experience the phenomenon of "Twilight"'s opening night.

The most anticipated book adaptation of the season has been released, much to the delight of half the females and some of the males on the planet. Lauren Piester saw "Twilight" opening night. Did she think it lived up to the hype? Read on to find out.

Stephenie Meyer's "Twilight" series has become more than just books but a cultural phenomenon, spawning fan clubs and earning many devoted readers all across the globe. Just the mention of the name Edward Cullen has the power to make girls scream. With the movie version of the first novel scheduled to open in theaters on Friday, Katy Metcalf takes a look at the series and wonders what the appeal is.

Movie theaters will be filled with "Twilight" fans this coming weekend when the much-anticipated film version of the best-selling novel debuts. The four-novel series about a high school girl and her vampire boyfriend has sold millions of copies — and attracted just as much derision. In the face of all the haters, Eleni Yannelis has come out of the closet to defend "Twilight" and its sequels.

Somehow Lauren Piester has remained unmoved by the charms of Edward Cullen, the hot "young" vampire at the center of Stephenie Meyer's "Twilight" series. Did the latest installment, "Breaking Dawn," change her opinion?