Summit Entertainment announced new additions to the cast for the upcoming Twilight film, Breaking Dawn. For all you diehard fans, the news pertains to roles in the Amazon Coven, the Egyptian Coven, the Irish Coven, and the Romanian Coven. the American Nomads, and the European Nomads. The final chapter promises to be a huge cast endeavor considering some of the names listed below, and it'll be interesting to see (Twilight fan or not) all these familiar faces crammed into the climactic conflict.
Most notable amongst the list is Lee Pace. He has starred in some great television (Pushing Daisies, Wonderfalls) and some interesting film projects (Tarsem Singh's The Fall), and it's interesting to see his name on this list as he's easily the biggest name in the announcement. Breaking Dawn has just officially been added to the list of things I'll make myself watch - for Lee Pace's presence alone.
For the full list of names, read on...
The Amazon Coven
The Amazon Coven is comprised of Tracey Heggins as Senna and Judi Shekoni as Zafrina.
Background for Non-Twilight Fan: Among the oldest vampires in the world, Senna and Zafrina are descendants of an ancient Amazonian tribe. They have lived outside of civilization for centuries and therefore make no attempt to keep up a human facade. Though they drink human blood, the Amazons have long been allies of Carlisle.
The Egyptian Coven
The Egyptian Coven is comprised of: Omar Metwally (Rendition, Munich) as Amun; Andrea Gabriel (Lost, House) as Kebi; Rami Malek (Night at the Museum) as Benjamin; and Angela Sarafyan (Love Hurts, The Good Guys) as Tia.
Background for Non-Twilight Fans: The Egyptian Coven consists of Amun, Kebi, Benjamin, and Tia, with Amun as the leader. It is stated that even though they are not a biological family, they could pass for one. Amun is extremely protective of his family and fearful of Aro.
The Irish Coven
The Irish Coven is comprised of Marlane Barnes (The Tree of Life) as Maggie; Lisa Howard as Siobhan; and Patrick Brennan as Liam.
Background for Non-Twilight Fans: The Irish Coven, a relatively young group, was founded by Siobhan and Liam, but Maggie's talent made her an important element of it. They are not vegetarian but they are civilized.
The Romanian Coven
The Romanian Coven is comprised of Noel Fisher (The Pacific, Final Destination 2) as Vladimir; and Guri Weinberg (Munich) as Stefan.
Background for Non-Twilight Fans: The Romanian Coven is one of the oldest covens in the world and they were the ruling vampire family until they were unseated by the Volturi. For that reason they harbor a centuries old resentment of the Italian coven.
The American Nomads
The American Nomads are comprised of: Lee Pace (Pushing Daisies, The Good Shepherd) as Garrett; Toni Trucks (Music and Lyrics) as Mary; Bill Tangradi (Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles) as Randall; Erik Odom as Peter; Valorie Curry (Veronica Mars) as Charlotte.
Background for Non-Twilight Fans: Turned during the Revolutionary War, Garrett has chosen to live a nomadic existence, wandering the world on his own. Garrett has never lost the rebellious spirit of his human life, and loves a good fight, always rooting for the underdog. Though not a vegetarian, Garrett is among Carlisle's closest and oldest friends.Mary and Randall are American nomadic vampires. Peter and Charlotte are nomadic vampires and mates. They were created during the aftermath of the Southern Vampire Wars, in which Jasper was a key player. They have remained friends with Jasper ever since.
The European Nomads
The European Nomads are comprised of Joe Anderson (The Crazies) as Alistair.
Background for Non-Twilight Fans: A nomadic vampire from England, Alistair has a misanthropic, brooding personality and a deep mistrust of all authority. Although he counts Carlisle as his closest acquaintance, he doesn't visit more than once a century.
Here's some more info about The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn
* The next chapter of The Twilight Saga will be released as two separate films with the first of the two slated to be released in theatres on November 18, 2011 and the second coming to theatres on November 16, 2012.
* Academy Award® winner Bill Condon will direct both films starring Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner. The project, based on the fourth novel in author Stephenie Meyer's Twilight series, is currently being written by Melissa Rosenberg with Wyck Godfrey, Karen Rosenfelt and Stephenie Meyer producing.
* The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn illuminates the secrets and mysteries of this spellbinding romantic epic that has entranced millions.
