10 More Films That Define This Generation? #2 Twilight

Every other review and movie site has made some sort of reference to “The Social Network” being a film that defines this generation. Some are arguing against the claim, but it’s still an idea that’s out there on people’s minds. Having finally seen the Facebook-origins tale, I’m more in agreement that it is very representative and reflective of at least the zeitgeist of the group known as the Generation Y (aka the Millennials, Generation Next, the Net Generation, and the Echo Boomers). It’s hard to say why without insulting an entire population of Americans born over a fifteen year period, so let’s just say it gets that group of people who grew up with the Internet, social media and a dwindling concern for and interest in privacy.

But what do we mean when we say something defines a generation? What makes “Rebel Without a Cause,” and “The Breakfast Club” define their generations? Is it something that is marked by the people or something that marks them? Is it something that best exemplifies or best interprets or best generalizes? I believe it should be something popular, but not something too popular. In an attempt to figure it out, I’ve come up with a list of other possible films that define this generation. I should note that I am not a member of this generation, so I very well could have it pegged all wrong. Please do correct me wherever applicable.

2. “Twilight” (2008)

There may not have been the “Twilight” movies without the prior success of the “Harry Potter” series, but there’s just no leaving it off this list. When asked what Generation Y is all about, a friend answered “blowjobs and vampires.” Sounds about right. I think “The Social Network” has the bjs down, but there are no (literal) bloodsuckers. So here you go, Twi-hards, another list with your favorite franchise represented.

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