Original Queens of Noise, Joan Jett and Cherie Currie also rocked the red carpet for music video turned silver screen director, Floria Sigismondi’s highly anticipated new movie. Based on lead-singer, Cherie’s biography, Neon Angel the biopic shows the beginning and the end of the first all-girl rock band.

Although Michael Shannon - who plays the infamous industry legend, Kim Fowley - only made a quick appearance before running off for his current role on Broadway, Kristen, Dakota, Cherie and Floria took time to talk to the press – whilst Joan demonstrated her strong yet quiet persona to perfection.

Kristen looked every bit the perfect young Joan with her “jett” black hair and shy stance – answering questions along the press line, she was obviously a little taken back by such attention of a non-Twilight movie.

Wanting to take on the role of one of the most iconic female performers “as soon as someone said ‘There’s a Joan Jett movie’” Kristen explained how she admires how Joan is just herself:

“She is who is she is… there’s not some deep way to put it. If you said ‘You’re such a bad-ass. You’re so yourself all the time’ she’d be like ‘Really?’”. Kristen, in case you didn’t know, your legion of fans love you for just that reason - apparently she took more from the role than she even realized.

Blond “Cherry Bomb” Cherie, was as sweet as pie and could not speak highly enough of Dakota’s performance, gushing “there just aren’t words – Dakota is one of the most talented actresses who’s ever lived… I’m so proud of her” as the gal herself was rushed by, smiling at Cherie as she’d heard her praise.

Before dashing in to introduce the movie, Kristen, Dakota, Joan, Cherie, Floria and Riley Keogh – who plays Cherie’s twin-sister Marie (and grand-daughter to Elvis Presley – who knew?!) - faced the firing squad of group photo-call.

Even the camera shy Joan took the flash attack in her stride, whispering quiet encouragement to Kristen who was trying not to crack-up at the hysteria of it all, later laughing to Dakota “Man, how weird is this?”

Once inside the quieter atmosphere of the screening, legendary producer Kenny Laguna brought out director, composer and cast to introduce the film before heading off to after party hosted by Tommy Hilfiger and Quintessentially at the suitably iconic Bowery Hotel.

As for the flick? They rocked it – hard! Kristen’s embodiment of Joan is as convincing as it is bad-ass - from the Suzi Quatro shag to the leather and lyrics – whilst Dakota fills the silver platform shoes of Cherie as well as the iconic white corset.

As for whether the much speculated “kissing scene” between the two leading ladies is as hot as everyone hoped… well, you’ll have to go see for yourself!

Photos and video to follow as well as my exclusive interview with the original “Cherry Bomb”, Cherie Currie!

]]> http://www.t5m.com/lorabell/kristen-stewart-dakota-fanning-rock-the-runaways-red-carpet-in-nyc.html/feed http://www.t5m.com/lorabell/joining-the-jett-set-the-runaways-premiere-in-new-york.html http://www.t5m.com/lorabell/joining-the-jett-set-the-runaways-premiere-in-new-york.html#comments Mon, 15 Mar 2010 18:01:13 +0000 http://www.t5m.com/lorabell/?p=116 This Wednesday I will be gracing the red carpet at the New York premiere of The Runways -  a biopic of Joan Jett’s band starring the very beautiful and talented Kristen Stewart and Dakota Fanning…

Having already premiered at Sundance - the film has received rave reviews as it depicts the trials of teen jaibait, raw talent and grit and determination that propelled the Queens of Noise to the rock hall of fame.

Last week Kristen, Dakota, Joan and Cherie all took to the red capet for the film’s premiere in Los Angeles, and I have my fingers crossed for an equally star studded event in New York - check back for my red carpet review!

Also, stay tuned for my exclusive interview with Runaways front-woman, and original cherry bomb, Cherie Currie!

I was lucky enough to get a ticket and, as potentially the most avid KStew fan out there, was trying my hardest to not fan-girl out – with such severe jet-lag, it’s all too easy to give in to the sleep deprived hysteria – especially being in the front row!

They announce Kristen and the audience kicks it up to eleven, clapping like crazy as she struts out in super schmexy zipper boots and belted jersey dress. Looking gorgeously pale and kick-ass as usual with her jet black hair (<- see what I did there?!) back in a spunky pony-tail.

Kristen recalled when it was all cropped off for The Runaways and it was literally picked it up over her head and chopped. Thankfully the mullet is finally growing out – we’ll have to keep our fingers crossed for the wig situ in Eclipse.

Kristen sweetly waved to us, was very smiley if a little tired – after such an epic round of promotion, it’s hardly surprising – and chatted away with Regis and Kelly about shooting New Moon.

They asked how she’s dealing with attention and especially the committed fans, which I almost took as my cue to whoop… but refrained myself as she answered “it’s amazing to be a part of something that people want to see – I’ll never be able to do anything like this again - ever!”

When they went to commercial, she quickly took a TwitPic with Kelly, who asked her where her boots are from, to which she replied “Um - Barneys… I think?” - that girl doesn’t style herself  and I heart her for it. Trust.

Then  she came over to the audience, happily signing books, magazines and photos, getting to as many people before being directed back to her chair. Sadly, in my attempt to not OD on girl-crush overload, I’d not brought anything to have signed – the most epic of fails.

The funniest moment came when they showed the “birthday scene” clip from New Moon – I watched her as they played it in front of Kristen, jigging in her seat, pulling a somewhat serious and scrutinizing face as she tried to shrug it off to Kelly explaining “this is a really big moment in the movie” before jokingly clutching at her face (think Home Alone) and gasping a mock “oh no!” as Bella gets the paper cut. Regis exclaimed “it’s like ringing a dinner bell!” as Jasper goes to lunge.

(This is not an impression of Jasper but it really should be)

As soon as she was finished, Kristen was whisked out the door, waving and shyly smiling as she went – and then… we were told Ashley Greene was going to be pre-recording today too!

Ashley peeked around the corner and squeals of excitement erupted before Regis and Kelly introduced her and she strode on out. In a hot pink floaty mini-dress and peep-toe platforms with her newly extended long locks in shiny loose curls – too beautiful!

She chatted away with Regis and Kelly about how she got the role of Alice – having originally auditioned for Bella and being called back five times because the director saw something she liked – before which she was waitressing… or, more accurately, “reading the Twilight Saga whilst at her waitressing job”.

I only wish Anna Kendrick had turned up to complete the girl crush Twi-fecta – I may not survive the Kristen-a-thon of movies that are being released this spring – from Welcome to the Rileys, The Yellow Handkerchief and the (slightly too badass) The Runaways - I’m going to have to subject myself to a viewing (or five) of Remember Me just to balance out *sigh* a girl’s gotta do…!

Next week(ish), a Remember Me special - including photos from my trip to the set! That is, of course, unless I happen to stumble across Bel Ami filming around the corner in London

Epic shout out to the awesome TwiSoup who photo-tagged my pics (Fooooooorks!) Edward <3s you!

While I was in NYC for the New Moon premiere (more on that later) bracing myself for the level of “enthusiasm” that Brits just don’t usually achieve, it seems that London was showing the world just how the Twi-hards do it!

For the UK premiere of the long awaited second installment in the Twilight saga, crowds gathered at Leicester Square - uber advanced purchased tickets in hand - to finally see the midnight screenings.

Many of my Twilighter friends waited in the Forks-esque rain with Cullen crests donned and sparkled with excitement as the seconds until Edward slow mo’s across Forks High School parking lot and Jacob worked that tight-fitting tee!

Meanwhile, in the Village of NYC, I was waiting in what appeared to be the same rain, with JennyJerkface, SnarkierThanYou and Mrs TCA herself.

Raising funds for Alex’s Lemonade Stand charity fighting childhood cancer, the screening got off to a late start… because Peter Facnielli (Carlisle Cullen) and Kellan Lutz (Emmett Cullen) surprised us with a visit.

Now, I’d always appreciated “PFach” and “The Lutz” as good looking guys - but them’s some sparkly humans - smiles and muscles and dimples, oh my!

However, they weren’t only there to bask in our squeals of delight but auction dinners with them for Alex’s Lemonade.  Despite our best bloggy-fund-raising efforts (at $3400 which we donated to The Fandom Gives Back) we were out-bid at $4700 and $3800 a piece - those were some hungry Twi-Moms!

Finally, I got to see the movie… as for my thoughts on New Moon?

Well, I think I was going to be thrilled either way - it’s my favourite in the book series and I just couldn’t wait to see all that heart-ache on the shiny-silver screen (<— see what I did there?).  However, I will be honest and admit that it was missing a certain… dazzle.

Breaking it down, OCD (obsessive Cullen disorder) style *spoiler alert* here’s my best and worst bits:

Best

1) By far Victoria’s sequence: the music, the hair, the effects - Rachelle LeFevre is one fierce red-head!

2) The humans: oh Charlie, Mike, Jessica and Eric - you make me smile  I love how more meaty you are (pun intended).

3) Edward’s slow mo’ across the parking lot: totally unnecessary and totally dreamy - even trying to reign in your inner-fan-girl, there’s no resisting such swoontasticness.  He even out shines the (not-so-silver) blatant product placement in the background… almost!

4) The meadow: Lord love you, Chris Weitz - this is why you’re the WeitzMeister!  The new meadow “flash-backs” are brimming with wild-flowers, sparkles and swelling-music - gorgeous!

5) The ending: Jacob brought me to tears only for Edward to make me actually “squeee” - fanTAStic last scene!!!

Worst

1) Alice’s “vision”: It could’ve been epic with the vamp Bella flash but was so very cheesy thanks to slow motion prancing through the woods - WTH?!

2) Pacing… or lack there-of: the first 20 minutes are all with “Edward, what would I do without you?” and then the “Jacob, you’re my BFF!” is stretched over another hour? *KStew eye-roll*

3) Alice’s wardrobe: from some of the promotional stills, I’d hoped her outfits had cause behind the co-ordination… alas, no.  Random smocks and unnecessary scarves?  Alice would not approve!

4) The weather: Bella still lives in Forks, right?  Where’s all the rain?!  It was gray and drizzly 99% of the time in Twilight but it only rains in New Moon twice, as far as I recall - when the Cullens don’t turn up to school and then when Bella confronts Jacob.  Don’t movies reflect the protagonists mood with such things?  There’s not much story-line for sunshine and rainbows!

5) Jacob: damn you, Taylor Lautner - stop making me doubt my Team Edward allegiance with your buff biceps, charming smile and designer jorts - grrr!

P.s. While I was in NYC, I also got to see Kristen Stewart *hearts* and Ashley Greene on Regis & Kelly - more on that later…

Comments make Jacob flex - you know you wanna

When I arrived at London’s Battersea Evolution, and once beyond the gate – fabulous New Moon wrist band accessory in place – you walked straight up to the red carpet!

Lit by a glowing “moon” and lined with flaming torches and more fans, I took my time strolling (OK, so maybe it was more “bouncing”) down and even getting “papped” on the way!

Inside the venue, the excitement continued as the foyer was decorated with real trees and atmospheric fog (very “Forks”) opening into a huge main room, dressed head-to-toe in New Moon posters, eerie red-lights and even cloaked Volturi and bare-chested werewolves.  At the front was a huge stage with a giant moon back-drop… and we were three rows in!

Then, screens lit up either side of the room showing the red carpet out-side: Rob was the first to arrive looking gorgeously scruffy as usual.  He graciously gave almost all of the crowd autographs as he grinned his way along the fans.

Taylor arrived next, looking dashingly charming in his dark suit and made his way briefly down the carpet, looking a little too cute.  Soon behind, was Kristen – not arriving with Rob as many had hoped –  the girl is stunning!  She looked rocking in her daring outfit and killer heels, her skin is absolutely flawless and she is super tiny – imagine the most delicate person you know… and then halve that - t-i-n-y!

And then, as Alice says… it’s time!

Chris came out again first, taking his seat on the panel and then the presenter introduced Kristen, who sat next to him, Rob who sat on the other side of Chris and then Taylor on the other side of Kristen.  The screaming got so loud it actually became a whole new level of anti-sound – I swear, only dogs (especially werewolves) would have been able to hear it!

The Q&A started and every time the presenter posed a question, the audience would erupt into new screams for their favourite actor.  Rob, looking stylistically disheveled in a loose white shirt and black jacket, was obviously really glad to be back in his home town and in a very smiley mood.  He was comfortably joking away on stage about the reaction to his name and saying how the thing he misses most about home is the British Twilight fans… oh, Rob you charmer!

When Taylor was asked about his physical transformation for New Moon, he quipped that “it is not always necessary to clean a bit of blood by taking off your whole shirt!” – I’m not sure the audience agreed as they broke into chants of “TAKE IT OFF”… awkward!  Luckily, Taylor laughed it off – but Rob thought it was hysterical, breaking into one of his giggle-fits, as he does quite a bit.  Considering how young he is and how much pressure must be on those rather muscular shoulders, I was impressed at how he handled himself – answering very openly and almost bashfully – he’ll have Team Edward fans defecting in no time

Kristen was bouncing eagerly in her chair, looking lovely and occasionally waving to people in the crowd – I was impressed at how expressive she was, really putting a lot of thought into her answers.  Unfortunately, when it came time for her first question, one (extremely tacky) fan thought it was a good time to throw her bra onto the stage at Rob – some pantomime “Boos” broke out, which I worry Kristen thought were directed at her – so I quickly organized a chorus of “We love you Kristen!” and she remained impressively poised.

She went on to reminisce that her favourite time on set was when she and Taylor were playing catch and she chucked it at him with full force, as he caught it “like a mutt” – whereas Rob’s favourite was “shooting the break up scene” laughing again, explaining “I just wanted to see the look on all your faces – DEVASTATION!”

I’ve got to say, throughout the whole event I was somewhat fascinated by Kristen - those of you who know me know this is nothing new… but – she’s so much more beautiful in person than I realized and entirely unguarded – she has an impressively composed, genuine and soulful character.  She’s obviously sibling-close to Taylor – and I can understand why, with his pure sincerity - they kept making funny comments to each other and pulling little faces. Rob’s obviously a very easy person to joke around with and it’s easy to see why he’s got such great chemistry with Kristen on screen – there’s a definite spark there and it’s set to “dazzle”!

Read the story in full HERE and see videos HERE - beware of screaming!