Next week’s solar eclipse is shaping up to be a defining event of the year, as many rush to the path of totality in the hopes of experiencing it. Sure, you know you’re not supposed to stare directly at the eclipse, but what else should you be doing to prepare for this rare event? Here’s how you can prepare for next week’s eclipse by first watching Twilight, then its anticipated follow-up, New Moon.
Familiarize yourself with the lore of the franchise.
As you prepare for the eclipse, it’s important to really understand the weight of this historical event. Full solar eclipses are rare – the last one occurred in 2017, and the next won’t be for another 20 years! To really comprehend the gravity of the situation, make sure you read up on the history, specifically by watching the first and second movies in the Twilight franchise: Twilight and New Moon. You’d hate to be right in the middle of the eclipse and realize you have no clue why Jacob turns into a wolf or why Edward sparkles in the sunlight. These are really important aspects of the movies – uh – of this historic occasion.
Give yourself plenty of time to rent and watch the films.
As you rush to book Airbnbs and rental cars to make your way to the full solar eclipse’s path, your week can fill up quick. That’s why it’s important to set aside a lot of time to watch and fully internalize Twilight and New Moon, lest you find yourself with only four hours before the eclipse, which is obviously not enough time. You’ll require two hours and two minutes for Twilight and two hours and 10 minutes for New Moon, so plan accordingly. A lack of planning on your part does not constitute an emergency on the eclipse’s part!
Host a screening with friends!
This is a thrice-in-a-lifetime experience, so have some fun with it! Preparing for the eclipse shouldn’t be a solo chore – it can be a group hang! Don’t be afraid to get a group of friends together to watch Twilight and New Moon with you, so you can all gasp in shock when James Witherdale – antagonist of the first film – tricks Bella into meeting him at her old ballet studio only to bite her, forcing Edward to suck the venom out, which is very hard for vampires. Oh, shoot! Spoilers!
Follow these steps and you’ll be enjoying the eclipse to the fullest in no time. And when the eclipse has passed, don’t fear: You can always keep the fun going with Breaking Dawn: Part 1 and Breaking Dawn: Part 2. It’s fucked up baby Renesmee time!
