‘I was a little skeptical, because I only knew him from ‘Twilight,’ ‘ Francis Lawrence admits to MTV News. By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Josh Horowitz Francis Lawrence Photo: MTV News Robert Pattinson has certainly been branching out from “Twilight.” His latest venture outside the world of vampires who sparkle in the sun is the vintage romantic drama “Water for Elephants.” He plays Jacob, a 20-something who quits veterinarian school after his parents die in a car accident. He accidentally joins a circus and, from there, discovers more about life and falling in love with the boss’ lady, played by Reese Witherspoon , than he could have imagined. Director Francis Lawrence, who recently wrapped up work on Beyonc
