• In case you’ve been missing out on the saga, MOVIES ASKEW (yes, that big link at the top of our page), is in full swing, with the first round of entries now part of our growing history. Kevin has watched the TOP 5 from round 1, and placed comments at the MOVIES ASKEW SITE:

	Fingers – “This reminded me of the kind of short films I watched relentlessly before I got up the cuts to write “Clerks.” Good, original stuff.”
	Going Down – “This adheres to the classic short film structure of set-up and massive punchline. Funny, funny stuff.”
	Back to Reality – “Beautifully lensed with strong performances. Great talent on display.”
	Coyote – “If you don’t laugh out loud at least twice during this flick, there’s something wrong with you. This is some antic, hysterical stuff.”
	Loveholstery – “Stick with this short and you will NOT be disappointed. This is twisted, naughty fun.”

Remember!!! Just because your short was not chosen for the final 5 does not mean it still does not have a chance! You can Lobby your short in the Life Boat section of the forum for votes and or you can resubmit for Round 2!

If you haven’t been taking some time to visit Movies Askew, GET OVER THERE! There’s heaps to do including a forum, filmmaker bios, and, oh yeah — You can WATCH all 5 of these wonderfully creative submissions from the comfort of your own computer chair. Whether you’re an aspiring filmmaker or just a fan of film in general, this project is not to be missed. Every member of the site has their chance to vote for their favorties every month.

Don’t forget, it only costs $25 and your time to enter a film, and the prize package is droolworthy. At the very least, please watch, and please vote. If you were disappointed in this year’s election results, here’s another chance to exercise your democratic power.

• Aimee Mann’s upcoming album, “The Forgotten Arm,” will include the song “That’s How I Knew This Story Would Break My Heart,” which played during the funeral scene. You can read more about it right HERE.
• Universal has announced that the street date for its Orgazmo: Extended/Unrated Special Edition (featuring a short phone-in Kevin
  commentary moment) is moving to March 29th (from the previously announced 2/15). Thanks to The Digital Bits.
• From today’s IMDB News: “Disney is expected to announce this week that Harvey Weinstein and Bob Weinstein will step down as co-chairmen of Miramax, the
  company that they founded 25 years ago, the London Sunday Observer reported, citing no sources. The newspaper said that former 20th Century Fox chief Bill
  Mechanic is the leading contender to succeed them. The Observer indicated that the Weinsteins are prepared to leave the firm immediately if an amicable
  severance package can be agreed upon.”

The January Comedy Central schedule is kinda slim, but here goes. Seems January 23rd is a big View Askew day:

• Media 8 reports their new film with Ben Affleck, “Man About Town”, has started principal photography.
  Here’s a synopsis of the comedy:

Thanks To Dark Horizons. And as always, thanks for stopping by. See ya next time.

• Kevin dropped in with some exclusive photos from the world of Degrassi that we think will interest you a great deal — Especially since we’re getting a look
  at THE Jay and Silent Bob back in action, as well as that “Jay & Silent Bob Go Canadian, Eh!” logo.

The fake filming notice.

Jay, Silent Bob, and Spinner.

Jake Epstein (Craig), Stacey Farber (Ellie) as a Goth Chick in the fake movie, Mewes and Shane Kippel (Spinner) between takes.

Alright, pics aren’t enough for you??? You want more? How about a clip of Kevin’s first scene in episode 420? Alright, twist our arms!

Click Here To View The Clip In MPEG Format – Kevin’s First Ep. 420 Appearance (37 Meg download)

We’ll let you know when you’ll be able to start catching these shows on the air in Canada and the U.S. Stay tuned for more exclusives, as we’re sure Kevin
will have more to share as time goes on.

• Kevin participated in a press junket for Degrassi last week and, naturally, in this interview,
  went at length about all sorts of interesting new stuff, as well as what’s up with the show. Here’s a few choice passages:

Kevin also mentions that a surprise high profile celebrity will also appear sometime in the series for a cameo. Read the entire piece at our own
MoviePoopShoot! You’ll hear lots more about the comic projects, his thoughts for a Hornet director,
and heaps, heaps more.

• It’s back with COOLER STUFF THAN EVER! Auctions Askew has returned. This site allows you to place bids on rare and one-of-a-kind items
  from the Askewniverse. And watch everyone around you get jealous of your purchases (including us). All items modeled by the lovely Amy Noble (and we know you
  guys are happy to see her back in action!). Let’s see what we’ve got this time around:

All great stuff for sure…The Dushku item as well as that Bluntman & Chronic poster are going to be the prizes of someone’s View Askew collection. Why
not yours? Don’t be envious of someone else! Get logged in and bid on this edition’s crop of coolness.

• In order to nab some rentals and sales this holiday season, Universal will release Ben Affleck’s “Surviving Christmas” on DVD just 4
  days before Christmas: December 21st.
• See if you can spot the View Askew frame in this user-submitted Invisibles Quiz.
• The “Killer Bunnies and the Quest for the Magic Carrot” card game have given View Askew another wink.
  Seems that the card “Happy Scrappy Hero Pup” will be debuting in the fall of 2005.

• Kevin was kind enough to drop us a line LIVE from the set of Degrassi to express his excitement and clue us in a bit as to what he’s been up to there in
  the Great White North. Take it away, Kevin:

So we’re in the midst of shooting episodes 421 and 422 (”All Cried Out” – or “All Cried Oot” really) and yesterday, Mewes and I wrapped ourselves in our
Jay and Bob duds once again, though, with flourishes this time. If you’ve ever wondered what it’d be like if Jay and Silent Bob went to a Canadian Prom,
well – this is the show for you!

I’m in fucking Heaven, people – and not just because I’m all up in these eps; mainly because this storyline is any longtime “Degrassi” fans wet dream:
amidst all the teen angst and sturm und drang of the current Degrassi kids, we also get to see new developments in the ongoing Caitlin Ryan/Joey Jeremiah
saga.

Not to mention the new ongoing Caitlin Ryan/Kevin Smith saga…

Y’know – the saga in which I can’t seem to close my mouth.

Anyhoo, it’s awesome. Can’t wait for ya’ll to see it.

Wonder if he’ll be saying “aboot” by the time he gets home, ‘eh? And don’t forget, Kevin does the SOLD OUT Roy Thompson gig for the new EVENING 2 DVD
just ONE WEEK from tonight. Hope you got tickets!!!

• Rolling stone ran a Best and Worst Bonus Features article for this years DVD’s. Clerks: The Lost scene hits the “Best” column with this writeup:

• Sprint Wireless has a lot of downloadable ringtones from “The Incredibles”, with different characters telling you to answer your phone. The best one is Jason Lee, as Syndrome, saying something to the effect of: “It’s fer youuu, and I’m not going to keep doing this for you, Syndrome is nobody’s sidekick!” Sounds like a possible Mallrats reference to us! And it’s gotta be funny to hear Lee telling you to answer your phone.
• Kevin made a surprise appearance today on 102.1 The Edge radio in Toronto this morning. If anyone has the appearance recorded or a summary, let us know. We’re sure he was in there to talk Degrassi, but who knows what else he dropped?
• A spelling-corrected version of that Hosties cereal box is now available. We tossed a copy over in Files Askew (in PDF format) for your downloading ease. Use that one if you plan to tackle the task, and see the link in yesterday’s post on folding instructions.
• The great composer Jim Venable will perform at The Apple Store in Los Angeles’ Grove on Thursday, November 18th. We know he’d love to meet any View Askew fans who dig his work from the films.

Visit Jim’s site for details, merchandise, and info!

• The character of Randal is cited in this article from “Independent Film & Video Monthly” which discusses independent video stores fighting the competition of the larger chain operations.

• Here’s a couple more shots taken by a fan of Jay at Wizard World last week.

• Jay was welcomed by many fans last week at Wizard World Dallas. He shows up in this photo from the web blog of Scott Kurtz with some new toys.
• The amazing Dave Barr does it again with this pattern that you can use to print, cut, and fold together your own Hosties Cereal Box! Ratface, get this guy on staff!
• Filmwise has done it again. Their latest Invisibles Quiz has a very familiar scene this week. See if you can identify it.
• It’s a little late, but it seems some fan used Jay’s new chant to promote their favorite presidential candidate.
• Anyone been to Quentin Tarantino’s alleged online blog/diary? Seems he’s touting the opening of an official website which he’s claiming will one-up View Askew’s own official locale www.viewaskew.com. But is it even QT? Hmmm…
• Jason Lee and Stereo Skateboards’ new video “Way Out East” ships on November 15 and is available for pre-order right now. The video has tons of skate footage from the Stereo skate tour in Paris, New York and London. The DVD also has the video for the song “Balloon Maker,” by the band Midlake, which was directed by Jason Lee. Check out the spanking new Stereo site for more info. To preorder “Way Out East” try www.ccs.com.
• It’s making the news in the likes of Variety that Comedy Central has indeed been playing uncut films late at night. So, if you’re awake and around a television at 1:00 AM this Saturday night (and who isn’t, really?), catch Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back then. Completely uncut and uncensored!
• Someone just sent this in, and it’s a true classic from way back in the early days of News Askew. So for those of you that may have missed it back then, we bring you “Mr. T vs. Clerks”. Adios for now!

• LEE ON TV TONIGHT: Jason Lee promotes “The Incredibles” tonight CBS’ Late Late Show at 12:35 am Eastern. Also, on the 15th of this month, George Carlin appear be on The Tonight Show (11:35 pm Eastern). Set those Tivos or take an early nap!
• There’s a very small, quick reference to Mallrats in Pixar’s new flick “The Incredibles”, which opened to HUGE box office last weekend. When addressing Jason Lee’s character for the first time, Mr. Incredible tries to remember his name, and calls him “Brodie.” Also, the Cartoon Network is sporadically airing a more comedic spot of Lee featuring his role in The Incredibles.
• Today’s “daily movie fact” at cool little film site Mukmouth is about Mallrats.
• The special “Comic Book Superheroes Unmasked” is now airing on Canada’s Discovery Channel throughout November. In the show, Kevin discusses the evolution of comics, both DC and Marvel, along with many other famous faces from the hobby.
• On Nov. 12th & 13th, Mallrats will be showing at the KY Theatre in Lexington, Kentucky. The screening happens at MIDNIGHT each night, so it should be a real blast if you’re in the area. A chance to catch a View Askew classic on the big screen!