New Moon Volterra Shoot May Be Scheduled Before Feast for Patron Saint
Video Courtesy of Volterra Television
To keep down production costs, I’m guessing that the timing of the New Moon shoot will coincide with the real celebration of the patron saint of Volterra Italy. Not on the same day of 05 June 2009, of course, but rather a few days before it.
Therefore, the Variety report that the New Moon cast and crew will be in Volterra Italy for two weeks in May will probably be in the latter part of the month.
Volterra visitors may expect that the festivities of patron saint San Giusto on 05 June to include “a parade, a city-wide “tug of war” and a foot race held at night in which the participants carry large candles while they run through the city center.”
While visiting the historic city, Twilight fans and Volterra tourists may also try and spot the open plaza and alley that New Moon author Stephenie Meyer used in the Palazzo dei Priori scene where Bella tries to stop Edward from going out into the sun. (watch video above)
Heidi of the Volturi assures Volterra visitors, “Of course, we can guarantee the safety of the entire film cast and crew within the medieval ramparts of Volterra. We’re here to work with the city of Volterra and to do everything in our power to promote tourism in Volterra, Tuscany, and the entirety of Italy. We love tourists.” (This is from a brilliant humorous post written by Twilighters Anonymous member Sarah Braasch.)
As mentioned in the New Moon book, Volterra has really been part of the landscape since the Etruscans.
As a matter of fact, “Volterra has most of the works of art from the Etruscan, Roman, Medieval and Renaissance periods. The city is the cultural centre of the beautiful Upper Cecina Valley, dominating an area of varied landscapes.
“The area is rich in history and boasts a unique artistic and archeological heritage. Together with the landscape, this area of Tuscany has inspired many writers, poets and painters such as Rosa, Stendhal, Lawrence, Dennis, Corot, D’Annunzio and Cassola.”
Related Posts
New Moon Unofficial Film Script — Romeo Must Not Die (Part 4)
New Moon Unofficial Film Script — Close to Home (Part 3)
Dakota Fanning May Be in New Moon with Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson
HSM Star Vanessa Hudgens Has Native American Ancestry
Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart Get Higher Fees for New Moon
February 22nd, 2009 at 10:01 pm
which May’s weeks ??
when?
March 18th, 2009 at 12:18 am
OMG that is what im trying to find out tooo cuz im going up there to see the. (because i live in Naples Italy)
March 18th, 2009 at 12:24 am
rrrrr and Sarahbee1996, please hold off your plans because there are rumors that the shooting will be moved to another location in Italy. Thank you.
April 2nd, 2009 at 7:06 am
I found your blog on google and read a few of your other posts. I just added you to my Google News Reader.