- Via a couple posts over the weekend, Kevin confirmed that shooting on “Zack & Miri Make a Porno” is just about complete, with the big Pittsburgh event serving as a continuing wrap party for the film. While he hasn’t officially stated that the last frame has been shot, it sounds to us like most of the major cast is finished. We’re betting we’ll hear from Kevin any day now that things are completely wrapping up in good ‘ol Pennsylvania. This marks what we’ve seen as the most hush-hush shot since we’ve had this job, a pretty big achievement given the public nature of the project. This leaves tons of great stuff to debut in the coming months, via what we’re assuming will be diary posts, SModcast episodes, and, of course, those new “Money Shots” video shorts which we’re betting are being cut together as we speak.
Kevin clarified this fact and several others via a response to a WWWBoard post this weekend. We’ve edited it down to the good stuff, much of which covers the big Craig Robinson comedy event in the ‘burgh on Saturday:
“…We had our wrap party last [Friday] night in town, and the Improv thing was kinda like our wrap party part 2.”“…It was Craig’s show from first to last, and he was on FIRE.”
(Board member’s quote: [Zak] filmed everything so hopefully it will all end up on the eventual DVD release of “Zack & Miri”.)“That’s the plan, sorta. It was a great night. So glad Craig did it.”
Fans mentioned that other members in attendance included Seth Rogen, Traci Lords, Katie Morgan, Ricky Mabe, Jason Mewes, and Scott Mosier. The event was very laid back, with a good locals-friendly feel to it.Kevin also confirmed that all the bits requiring extras were filmed some time ago, so if you haven’t gotten the call yet, and were waiting, you’re gonna have to patiently wait for the next flick.
As post-production starts, we’ll keep you posted on any big events, including that invitation-only private screening that’s set to happen on the west coast in a few months. If you’re not a member yet, it’s a GOOD time to get on over and join the View Askew WWWBoard (hint, hint).
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- Could this be the first hint of View Askew history happening on network television? A recent WWWBoard post from the great Jason Lee hints that we may see both Kevin AND Jay in an upcoming episode:
Kevin,We’d like you and Jay to come and play with Ethan and I for a day on Earl.
J Lee
We’re sure Kev’s still knee-deep in “Porno” stuff at the moment, but this would be a fantastic opportunity for a cross-promotion with the movie if he appears in Earl’s new Fall season in 6 months or so. The timing could be perfect. We’re betting this will happen. We’ll keep you posted. - Congrats to Askew alum Matt Damon and his wife, Luciana, who announced that they are expecting their second child later this year.
- Finally today, this is just comic-related news, but still cool for those of you who are fans of the books (much like we are along with many of our Askew brethren) — One of the largest, coolest collections of comics in the known world has been donated to the University of Minnesota. Jealous? See ya next time.