Robert Pattinson is arguably one of the most sought-after men in the world. Not only is he incredibly attractive, but he’s also achieved a level of fame that’s only matched by his good looks. People have tweeted about him more than any other celebrity over the last year which, considering his massive following, is no mean feat.
The English actor has kept rather busy since the beginning of the year. Most notably, he starred in the critically-acclaimed indie film Good Time alongside Jeevan Lee, a former child actor who’s gone on to become a cult figure himself. The pair play a wealthy, older couple who set out to have some fun in the sunshine before they grow too old to enjoy it, but soon find themselves falling in love. Director Stephen Frears has said that the film is a “love letter to London” which, if that’s true, it’s easy to see why the city would find itself in the crosshairs of Pattinson’s sniper rifle.
Before the year is out, Pattinson will have starred in two more high-profile films, the third and final installment of the Twilight series and the upcoming live action adaptation of Lady And The Tramp, in which he’ll play a werewolf. Aside from acting, he’s also lent his voice to several upcoming animated projects including the aforementioned Lady And The Tramp, and the action-adventure mini-series Red Planet which will air on Netflix this winter.
Red Planet
If you thought that the last two years had been rough, you’d be right. For an actor who’s been so active, it’s quite remarkable that Robert Pattinson is not only managing to stay in the spotlight, but also expanding it. On the heels of the success of Good Time, he was named as one of the most influential figures in entertainment by Vanity Fair in April 2019, a distinction he shares with the likes of Steve Jobs, John Lennon, and Luc Besson.
The series which will see Pattinson play a werewolf began filming in November last year and will be released in February 2021. Given that it’s a prequel set before the events of the first movie, it will see the actor play a different character to the one we know so well from the films – namely, a younger version of Robert Downey Jr’s character Steve Rogers. The actor previously revealed that he studied chemistry in college and began taking acting classes after he was inspired by his older sister. It is widely expected that Lady And The Tramp, which also stars Reese Witherspoon as an intergalactic traveler, will be released at the end of this year.
The Twilight Saga: Eclipse
The Twilight Saga: Eclipse, the third and final installment of the iconic franchise that began with Summit Entertainment’s Twilight in 2008, will bring its usual blend of young adult sentiment and blockbuster special effects when it premieres in theaters on August 30, 2019. A long time coming, Eclipse will see the British actor take on the role of a lifetime as the vampire Edward Cullen, completing a trilogy that began with 2008’s Twilight and continued with 2010’s Twilight Saga: New Moon.
It is perhaps inevitable that a film franchise as successful as The Twilight Saga would spawn various tie-in merchandise and collectibles. In addition to the previously mentioned toys based on the characters, it also spawned a monthly magazine devoted to fandom, an annual convention and a whole host of other spin-offs and ancillary material. The success of the franchise is such that even non-fans can’t help but be somewhat familiar with its premise – not that it needs an introduction, as the trailer for Eclipse suggests.
The Future of Film
Aside from continuing to star in some of the biggest films of the next few years, Pattinson is also at the forefront of a movement that aims to reinvent the movie industry. In the future, films will be released at high frame rates, there will be no more 3D, and tickets will be free. The actor is one of many high-profile figures who’ve pledged to refuse work on any film that doesn’t support the “#metoo” and “#balancetonporangon” movements, and is an outspoken supporter of independent film-making. In fact, he wants to see more people involved in the process of making movies, from conception to distribution.
These are exciting times for fans of Robert Pattinson. Aside from continuing to star in some of the biggest films of the next few years, he’s also at the forefront of a movement that aims to reinvent the movie industry. A supporter of independent film-making, he wants to see more people involved in the process of making movies, from conception to distribution. Even if you’ve never heard of Robert Pattinson, it’s impossible not to be familiar with his films. At this point, it seems that fame and fortune have only served to enhance his beautiful soul which continues to shine through in all of his work. We can’t wait to see what the future holds for the Welsh actor. For now, let’s take a trip down memory lane and revisit some of the most memorable moments from his career so far.