MTV has a new interview with Eclipse super hottie Vampire Jackson Rathbone (aka Jasper Hale). In the interview Jackson discusses the flashback scenes that involve his character, Jasper, while explaining his story to Bella -
“I got to go back into my old roots, got to ride some horses again, which was nice. Got to put these riding boots to use, which is good,” Rathbone said, motioning to his boots. “I actually can ride a horse.”
In “Eclipse,” Jasper tells Bella (Kristen Stewart) about his life before he met Carlisle Cullen (Peter Facinelli). Unlike Edward (Robert Pattinson), Rosalie (Nikki Reed), Esme (Elizabeth Reaser) and Emmett (Kellan Lutz), both Jasper and Alice Cullen (Ashley Greene) were transformed into vampires before they met Carlisle. Jasper plays a large role in the third installment of the series because he is the only vampire among them who knows how to combat the newborn vampire army Victoria (now played by Bryce Dallas Howard) is building.
Jasper’s backstory, which takes place during the Civil War, will be told through flashbacks, Rathbone confirmed. Though the explanation of Jasper’s history takes up a good portion of the novel, he hinted that the film version would be shorter.
“It was just really fantastic to get to delve in there and to get to don all the Civil War regalia and whatnot. That was a pleasure,” he said. “I had to wear this wool suit of a major, cavalry major. “I got the big hat and everything. Hop off the horse, bow to these ladies, and then I get eaten. And then I get turned!”
There will also be flashbacks of Jasper training newborn vampires while he’s still “a bad dude, a bad vampire,” Rathbone said. He added that training from another film, “The Last Airbender,” including wrestling, hand-to-hand combat and weapon play, was useful since there wasn’t much time to prepare for the fight scenes in “Eclipse.” But Rathbone was quick to clarify none of the vampires’ combat scenes would be martial art-y.
Rathbone said Jasper will tell Bella his story after a training sequence where he helps the Cullens prepare for the newborn army that’s approaching.
“It’s actually the first time Bella and Jasper interact that’s longer than one sentence, or me attacking her,” Rathbone said, laughing. “Kristen and I kept saying it was really nice to get to work together because we had never had a chance to really, kind of, like, get into some dialogue.”
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RIDE A JACKSON!!! WOOT!!!!
Can't wait
yay!! awesome
Jackson rocks!!
Yay! Eclipse is gonna kick ass.
MY MAN!!!
The Carlisle Chronicles are a must!!!
*follows sparks*
And he's delicious.
Yes it is Sam! And so is Jackson in Eclipse. I can't wait to see him tear sh*t up!
I cant wait for eclipse!!!! I'm excited for more Jackson time!! woot woot!!
yes he is
They would be so cool! Flashbacks are not enough to do his story justice!
Woo hoo, I am super excited to see Jasper's back story. Love a man in uniform!! We didn't get to see much of Jasper in Twilight and he will not be in NM very much. So it will be great to see a little more of him.
Please, please PLEASE!!!!!!! Just get his hair right!!!! That is not too much for me to ask, is it?!
Ever since that interview that Daddy C mentioned it… I've been dreaming of the TV series. I so wish they go through with it. I can never get enough Twi
look!! jasper's pouting! he kinda looks like angelina jolie in that picture.haha.:))
don't you think?
I know!
Will, please do not ever stop having a site for us…
I don't know what I would do without a twi-site. Please, Will, always have a site!!
*sigh*
My J-bone in uniform!
That is an insult to The Rathboner! Angelina couldn't hold a candle to him. He's so hawt!
I just wanna suck his… lips in this picture!
*sigh*
im sorry. didnt know.:)
LOL. It's ok.
*hugs O_o*
I'm just a little over protective of my man sometimes.
*whispers in O_o's ear*
but now you know
Oh gross, don't compare him to Angelina Jolie!! That is a major burn on him. Sorry if I offend anyone, but I hate Angelina Jolie.
Agreed!! I am not a big Angelina fan, so comparing Jackson to her is not cool.
*hugs back*
now i know.:)
im sorry if i offended you. it was just a thought.:)
do you know how to delete a comment?cause 2 people already reacted on my comment, i didnt know that it was like offensive.:(
now i feel bad.:(
No worries – I was not really offended!! I just don't like Angelina. Strictly my opinion. Don't feel bad, we were just over-reacting
oookaaay. thanks
but still,:)
Where is everyone? Effing, Nicnixs? All these new comers have pushed them away! I haven't seen either one for-ever! I miss them.
I was wondering about Nicnixs too. I haven't seen her in forever. And Effing made a comeback for like a week and seems to be gone again…… Effing was always my favorite – her comments were a frickin riot!!
I know, I don't see Bean either
Oh yeah, Bean should be all over this post….
My mind went nuts after I read “ride”.
I couldnt not read the rest of the article.
Jackson….and… riding….. *thud*
“Got to put these riding boots to use, which is good,” Rathbone said, motioning to his boots.
*double thud*
Yeah! When he mentioned the boots and putting them to use… I said ouch.
I totally felt the spurs on my @$$
He is a fine, fine man–looking forward to seeing Jasper's backstory…yeehah!
Amen to that! I always thought his Twilight hair looked like a plastic helmet…lol!
Lmao.
Those darn twimen …
They just love to get us hot and bothered!
Well, I can sure tell you one thing:
I got something he can put to use!
I want his magic stick to be put to use.
WHAT?!
He…. he. .. . .he has one of those?!
He has a …… magic stick ?!?!
*dies*
Hellooo Jackson, love!!
And riding a horse… mind in the gutter ASAP! LOL
““It was just really fantastic to get to delve in there and to get to don all the Civil War regalia and whatnot. That was a pleasure,” he said. “I had to wear this wool suit of a major, cavalry major. “I got the big hat and everything. Hop off the horse, bow to these ladies, and then I get eaten. And then I get turned!”
AAAAAAAAAAAHHH!!!! I want to see Eclipse NOW!! Screw New Moon, GO GO ECLIPSE!!!
I'm sorry, but I'm dying to see him in uniform!
LMAO!
No wait… not funny!
Someone hand me the defibrillator!
NOW!!!
Charge to 500…
Clear!
*shocks CullenChick*
beep. beep. beep. beep. beep.
Ok. we got her back.
Good job team!
*points at CullenChicks face very angry*
WTH Cullen Chick?! You can't just die on me.
*hugs her tightly*
Don't ever do that to me again. I can't lose you.
BTW… All hot vampire guys that sparkle have magic sticks.
LALI!!!! You are here!
*waves gimme eclipse now flag*
Lmao!
*huds TSO*
Sorry. I promise not to die on you ever again….. well, at least not today.. *smiles*
They ALL have magic sticks?! Are you serious!? … I have been blind all this time.
God, I love them even more now!
Ok. I'll stay close by with my defibrillator just in case.
Please do! Lol
OOh Hale Jasper I have been waiting for ever to see mere of him (see)being the magic word.
Don't feel bad. I am one of Jackson's biggest fans and I still think he looks like Angelina Jolie when he pouts! LOL
Never fear, Bean is here! I can't check NMM at work so I'm always a little late to the party. Boo work!
GIve me 5 mins and I will be…. LOL
Lalipops!
*hug attack*
I am seriously not gonna be able to contain myself when this movie comes out. I have to go and see NM with my boyf but there is NO WAY he is coming to see Eclipse with me! LOL
Now where are the pictures of these scenes? Come on Slade, give us some sugar!
Early hair prognosis does not look good…
The wig looked like a rat's nest in those pics where Jackson hurt his hand. I think we need to see more set pictures to put our minds at rest. *hint hint*
In the meantime, I have an exclusive pic of the wig they are gonna use for Breaking Dawn…
http://www.partypants.co.uk/images/wig-afro-yel...
It's gonna be so awesome. I hope we get the full story though and not just flashbacks, though.
Just think – we get to see Jackson's gorgeous green eyes before he gets turned…
*swoon*
“Super hottie”, eh? Easy does it, LMC. We are slowly coaxing you out of that closet!
We need a picture Jackson!!!
he is truly good looking.
WHAT!? Less Jasper back story!? It's already short enough as it is in the book, they're going to shorten it EVEN MORE!? Damn that script writer… can't spell her name XD. Ah well, as long as they cover all the main points and DO IT WELL I guess it's fine. But they HAVE to put the diner scene in, it is THE basis of Alice and Jasper.
Agreed! Must have the diner in there.
He gets eaten?……… I'd like to eat him up.
I love Jackson Rathbone! He is much too hot for words…I don't see how I will make it…I need to see the movie's SOON! I want to see more of him!
You had me going there for a minute. That was freaking hilarious! But honestly, has anyone heard about Breaking Dawn news yet? I feel so out of the loop lately, damn work and college!
I am so excited to see him in a larger role. New Moon will be nice to see, cause he is important to the story, but Eclipse is really his time to shine, and I love me some Jackson! I can't wait for his other films to come out next year too, and with all the other cast members having films come out next year as well, I'll just have to pack up and move to the movie theater!
I could lick every inch of him! LOL I can't wait to see him in all the roles he plays! I am so going to see him in all the movies he comes out in!
Charlie Bewley and Jackson Rathbone sandwich….
died.
ROTFLMAO
the truth is even with that yellow thing on Jackson would still look amazing
Damn it!!!! Not fair! lol
OMG!!! ROFLMFAO!!! Love it! hahahahaha
You gonna be lovin' that man in a uniform!
I wonder if it will be a combination of flashbacks and voice over on his part. They've got a lot of story to cover where Jasper is concerned!
And I don't want them to miss a second of it!
I read another recent interview with Jackson where they were trying to ask him about it, but he wouldn't say anything.
No way, no how!
Baby! I'm so excited to see your man!!!!!!! When I read that he will be in uniform, I literally squealed out loud! I can't wait!!!!!
MMMMMM, Jacksper! He's so hot, and looks amazing in that pic!
Riding a horse, huh? Can I ride him on the horse?
He's going to be so great! On horseback, in uniform, all sexy southern charm! *swoon* My Alice powers tell me there are going to be some major dragons in my future when I see him in Eclipse!!!!!
I CANNOT wait for Eclipse- not only is it my favourite book, but I think the movie is going to rock also!!
Oh my number one man! im so glad he gets his time to shine!
D
Now thats going to be the best scenes!! Forget the tent scene ill be waiting fr Jackson time!!!
<3 Jasper <3 jackson <3 jacksper <3 Vampires <3 Cullens <3
werewolves……ughhh i guess ill just have to put up with them.
Oh, I almost forgot her! Shoot! Why are all the fun ones gone?
(((
I'm looking forward to seeing him & Alice meet in the flash back
They better have it in there!
thank you. i guess.:)
save a horse ride a vampire
Beanie!!
*hug attack back*
Poor boyfriend, can't be there with Jacksper in uniform!! LOL
It's gonna be awesome!!!
Oh yes!! We neeeeeeeeeeed iiiiiit!
OH YES!!!
It will be difficult though… to have dragons, in the cinema…but!! He's so worthy!!! LOL
Awwww TSO!!
I'm here again! 14 hours later!!! shoooot!!!
*hugs*
=)
lali, is it really you?
yes!
*hug attacks lali*
HAHA!!
Yes, it's me!!!
With I Love Wolves avi!! I can't have my pink avi back! I don't know why! :S
AWE… MAybe you can change it in the morning. *yawn* I gotta sleep. *gives lali big hug and goodnight kiss* love ya. Talk to you soon. Hopefully before monday.
Yes, I hope so!! The sexiest avi belongs to ILW LOL
Sweet dreams hun!!! *hugs and kisses* Love you too!! ^_^ Hope you have a wonderful day tomorrow!! See you soon!!!! MWAH!
im a hopeless romantic, i always dreamt of a fairy tale ending.
but i dont need a knight on a white horse…..
i'd settle for a vampire on a horse or better… a vampire in a SILVER VOLVO! xD hahahaha!
You're welcome.
Love you avi BTW! So cute!
thank you again.:))
Ya' darn right, it's not much to ask!!!
Wonderful, sexy, handsome Jackson deserves all of the attention to detail that every main character in the Twilight Saga receives.
Can hardly wait to see Jacksper in his Civil War uniform—–swoooooon!!!!!
LOL!!
I just read all of the above and I think you have a point.
Hey, the poutier the lips the more of Jackson to nibble on!!! =)
i wanna see him on a horse!!
I can't wait to see this scene! It was one of my favourite parts in the book! I always love all the background history of a character. Those are always the best parts for me!
26 more days until New Moon is released!
I'll try to keep this PG…. riding boots, Calvary Major, hop of a horse, gettin eaten…. Now my utherus is going to burst into flames!!!!
And all of this with that picture and his “come.and-kiss-me” lips…
*trows her PC to the floor* I need a cold bath…
Ps: is it june already?!?!?!
ROFLMAO!!! This is your way to keep it at PG?? LMAO!!!
Ohhh my friend with the dirtiest mind!!! And we have to wait 8 months more!!!
uggggggh!!!
You know I was being as modarate as I could!! And you were thinking the same thing so don't deny it!! LMAO
*winks*
nooooooo 8 more months!! It feels like forever! good thing we'll have our little time machine XD
oh my god!
i totally agree with you!!
i love jacksper!
and i hate those ugly werewolves!
they ruin the whole story!
>=( damn their ugly souls
love jasper!
yessss they ruin the story for me 2 !!! Damn those mongrels XD
yessss they ruin the story for me 2 !!! Damn those mongrels XD