- Kevin revealed that Southland Tales shirts began going on sale at the con, after his panel. You may have seen them, black with the ST logo, around the floor.
- Aint It Cool News reports that Kevin had the honor of giving a big introduction to the greatest band in the world whilst in San Diego this weekend. We got this report from a lucky eye witness:
As the Crowd was expecting the Tenacious D to take the stage, out comes Kevin to introduce them. He admits to begging for the opportunity to bring them out. Apparently there are only 9 cocks in the world that he is interested in sucking. (There had been 10 but he topped off Affleck and is now down to 9) The 2 men he was bringing on the stage were numbers 7 and 5 on the list.
He walked off stage as Jables and KG walked on, and Kyle stopped Kevin and totally dropped trow, mooning the audience and displaying his junk to Kevin, who at least for the time being did not come through with his offer, at least not then.
- Congratulations go out to J&SBSB composes James L. Venable, who was nominated for the Emmy for “Outstanding Main Title Theme for a Seriesâ€. The main title he did was for “Foster’s Home for Imaginary Friends†on the Cartoon Network. You can hear an mp3 of the piece at Jim’s site. Congrats Jim, well earned, and best of luck at the Emmys!
- More congrats to pass around today, to View Askew alum Ethan Suplee on the birth of his first child:
Ethan Suplee, who stars on the new NBC comedy “My Name Is Earl,†has welcomed the birth of his first child.
Suplee’s fiancee, talent manager Brandy Lewis, gave birth to the couple’s daughter June 23 at a Los Angeles hospital, publicist Kathy Manabat said Thursday. The baby is named Francis Clementine Suplee.
“They’re happy and thrilled and spending time with their daughter,†Manabat said.
Suplee’s screen credits include “Without a Paddle†and “American History X.†He will co-star with Billy Bob Thornton in the upcoming film “Mr. Woodcock.â€
Lewis, who manages Giovanni Ribisi and Juliette Lewis, has two daughters from a previous marriage.
- A local theater chain (Sunrise Cinemas) in Plantation, Florida has arranged for weekends of “flashback cinemaâ€. Coming August 12th and 13th is “Clerksâ€. Yep, on the BIG SCREEN. We can’t tell you what a great experience it is to see the film in a crowded theater of fans if you haven’t done it before. So if you can make it, DO IT!
- Here’s a small tidbit from last night’s “Reel Paradise†screening hosted by John Pierson that we reported on earlier last week:
The movie itself was pretty entertaining. Pierson’s kids are a real hoot.
We’ll let you know of more opportunities to catch the film — We’re still eagerly awaiting a chance to see it ourselves!
- Joblo.com has picked up on the Mallrats DVD release , spotlighting it in “DVD New Coolness #90″. Along with a glowing appraisal of the movie by the author, they go over some of the new (& old) features. It’s nice to see folks picking up the story, and we thank JoBlo for their continued support. You’re very kind.
- This richmond.com article ranks Clerks in their Top 5 Movie Soundtracks (yep, those top 5′ers are at it again):
Get this: While Kevin Smith spent $26,800 producing his indie smash, he spent $27,000 securing the rights to the songs on the soundtrack. It was a Hollywood first and it was worth it. Highlights include Alice in Chains’ “Got me Wrong†and Supernova’s “Chewbacca.†Then there’s “Berzerker,†a catchy tune that has more bleep-outs than a Mike Tyson press conference.
- An easy to spot Clerks reference appears in this web comic entitled “This Comic Sucksâ€. But hey, we say any comic from View Askew fans can’t suck THAT bad! Enjoy.
- The caption writers at “Nintendo Power†magazine continue to show their View Askew fandom. In the August issue’s “Power Quiz†section, there’s a guess-the-picture type puzzle. The caption for the puzzle says “No, it’s not one of those paintis that becomes a schooner if you look at it enough.†See the scan.
- And finally today, since this film remains one of the top reasons that Kevin is making movies today, and started making movies over 10 years ago, we thought you may want to attend (not to mention, it’s the perfect chance to visit that cool new IFC Center in NYC):
The series will highlight exceptional classic and contemporary cinema selected by The Criterion Collection, the world’s preeminent home entertainment label. Each month, Criterion will showcase one of its titles, screening meticulously-restored movies in IFC Center’s state-of-the-art High-Definition digital cinemas. In addition to a pristine version of the feature film, these events will include shorts and the illuminating bonus features that The Criterion Collection is known for–from short films to director and cast interview and deleted scenes–presented in a plush theatrical setting.
The program’s first installment on Thursday, July 21 at 8:45 pm, will feature Richard Linklater’s groundbreaking SLACKER, one of the most influential films of the Amercian independent movement. SLACKER presents a day in the life of a loose-knit subculture of marginal, eccentric, and overeducated citizens of Austin, Texas. Shooting on 16mm for a mere $23,000, writer/producer/director Linklater and his crew of friends eschewed a traditional plot, choosing instead to employ long takes and fluid transitions to create a tapestry of over a hundred characters, each as unique as the last, culminating in an episodic portrait of a distinct vernacular culture and a tribute to bohemian cerebration.
Criterion’s new High-Definition transfer of the feature will be shown. Also on tap are Woodshock, Linklater and Lee Daniel’s 1985 Super-8 short about Austin’s answer to Woodstock; audition interviews with potential SLACKERs; and a reunion that catches up with the cast and filmmakers 10 years after the film’s release.
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