“Twilight Eclipse” in Production on August 17

The popular vampire movie series “Twilight” continues with the third movie installment “Eclipse” set to begin production this summer.

As a reminder, “Eclipse” is the third installment of the angsty supernatural love story. This time around, Bella and Edward are dealing with a massive number of mysterious killings in the Seattle area that may be caused by newborn vampires. As if this weren’t enough, Bella has both vampire Edward and werewolf Jacob tearing her emotionally in two. Oh, and she’s about to graduate too.

David Slade will direct from a script by Melissa Rosenberg. Casting directors are reportedly looking to cast the Clearwater siblings with Native American or First Nation actors.

“Eclipse” won’t be released until June 2010, but in the meantime, “New Moon” will wax romantic in theaters on Nov. 20.