- SModcast #58 kicked off this week with a surprise segment where Kevin and Scott talked about upcoming events, and actually revealed some of the first-ever dialogue on the ratings fight of “Zack & Miri Make a Porno”. Typically, the SMod has been rather free of big news, saving it mostly for the web board or this site, but this one took us by surprise.
For the first time, Kevin and Scott revealed details about the current NC-17 rating for the new flick. After several attempts to make cuts, the guys accepted the rating of NC-17 and are now under the formal appeals process, as Kevin no longer has any cuts he wants to make. At the first screening, the film ran 1:45 and got the NC-17. Still having cuts to make anyway, Kevin knocked 12 minutes out, resubmitted, yet the MPAA deemed two scenes still too dirty for the “R”. One shot is a half a second (14 frames of film) and Kevin hates to take it out. It’s that good (but may also be the sticking point for the board).
Twice before, the guys have visited the MPAA for an “appeals screening”, for “Clerks”, “Jersey Girl”, and now, this one. The appeal happens THIS WEEKEND, so keep the guys in your prayers as they watch the film with the ratings board, and afterwards, gives a verbal appeal as to why they want the film to have an R. Pretty interesting, eh? Let’s wish the gang a lot of luck, as the third time is typically the charm — Though Kevin fears they’ll have the biggest fight they’ve yet faced. We’ll look forward to hearing the results of the screening from Kevin, and hope to see that “R” announcement in the next few days.
Wanna hear it for yourself, as the guys dish on the schedule, the rating, internet porn, and lots more? Grab SModcast #58 FREE FREE FREE exclusively over at Quick Stop Entertainment. Listen and enjoy. For those of you who like hearing Kevin dish on View Askew news, this one’s definitely for you.
Archive for July 24th, 2008
The “Spaced” Signing…Is OVER!!!!
- We can now at least let the jealousy end, as we can no longer pine for attending the “Spaced” signing which took place at Stash West inside Laser Blazer on Wednesday. Were you there? Have a blast? Meet the gang? Talk Back and let us know, especially if you’ve got some good stories or photos. The line wrapped around the block yet all who waited patiently left with signatures. We hope you all took our advice and got a nice spot in line to avoid a long wait. Everyone headed over to the Arclight theater for a post-signing screening last evening.
Along with the “Spaced” gang, Kevin hits the con in San Diego this weekend, you can hear he and Scott chat about all his upcoming panels arouns 6 minutes into SModcast #58 this week. Kevin does a panel Thursday, 2 on Friday (one being his very own, where the first live footage of “Zack & Miri Make a Porno” may be seen), and a final star-studded event on Saturday. Whew! We’ll of course have the full dish on the panels and other events at San Diego as they come in — We swear, one of these years we’ll figure out a way to snag press passes and get the heck out there! Keep your eyes open for a weekend wrapup as reports from the con hit the News Askew desk. If you’re there, or were there, don’t forget to drop your old pals Brad & Chris a line and let us know what’s up.
EXCLUSIVE – For our wonderful readers (that’s you!), Ron of Laser Blazer has done something amazing – He has an extremely limited amount of SIGNED SPACED DVDs available for immediate purchase. And we are talking WAY limited here, like a number that is less than 50. Less than 40 even. Yeah, that few. So if you want one, order RIGHT AWAY. Here’s where you can get one. Don’t delay, as these will be gone really fast. Maybe even by the time you read this.
Mewes In The News!
- We’ve got a double dose of Mewes film news today, one’s on its way to theaters, and another soon to be filmed.
NETHERBEAST INCORPORATED is a quirky twist on the vampire tale set in modern day corporate America. Employees of Berm-Tech Industries, Inc. have kept the family secret for a long time. For years it has been business as usual, until the top “vampire” in charge, contracts a dreaded disease and invites the first humans to work in the office in more than a century. Soon the new employees discover that some of their associates are not what they appear to be, especially the dead one in the cubicle with a wooden stake through his heart. It will celebrate its limited theatrical opening at Harkins Valley Art in Tempe, Arizona on Friday, September 12th. See a trailer over at YouTube. Mewes plays a supporting role.
Also today, it’s just been announced that Jason Mewes will play the lead role in genre picture “Silent But Deadly.” From the press release:
“This satirical take on the slasher flick will mark the feature film directorial debut of eight time Much Music Video Award (MMVA) winner Stephen Scott. Filming over 21 days on location in Chatham, Ontario this August, “Silent but Deadly” takes a fresh look at a classic genre staple of the 70’s and 80’s. This slasher flick doesn’t revolve around immoral teens, but instead our mysterious serial killer takes aim at the cesspool of sin that is a Hollywood film set, as he unleashes his own brand of retribution on the cast and crew.”
So, a starring role for Jason. Very cool indeed. We’ll keep our eyes on this project and let you know as we hear more.
Congrats to Jason on his continuing film career, and continued success!
View Askew NewsBites
- Kevin is the guest on the latest issue of the excellent /film podcast (appropriately titled “/filmcast”), discussing “The Dark Knight”. The webmasters have been kind enough to post the entire cast, as well as JUST the Kevin segment for download. As a warning, Kevin DOES reveal spoilers for “The Dark Knight” in his chat, so listen only if you’ve already watched it, one of the greatest superhero/crime epics of our time.
- Thanks to one of our commenters for letting us know that the quite cool Paste Magazine took notice of our story on the current NC-17 battle for “Zack & Miri Make a Porno”. Thanks, folks. If you’ve got a few web minutes to spare, go give their website a look.
- A current poll at comingsoon.net (scroll down to the lower right of the screen) asks, among a long list, what flick folks are looking forward to hearing about at the San Diego Con this weekend. “Zack & Miri Make a Porno” is one of the many choices, so if you’re looking forward to it, why not go and cast your vote?
- The Rock & Shock Convention website reveals a new appearance for Jason Mewes and Brian O’Halloran — They’ll be attending this year’s convention at the DCU center in Worchester, Massachusetts on October 10, 11, and 12. That’s all the info we have so far, but we’ll dig in and see what else we can discover. Typically, both guys appear on all days of a con, so we’re betting you’ll have a chance to meet the guys and get some signatures.
- Finally today, this just in — Another reason to hit the San Diego Con this weekend! Let’s face it, you probably by now know if you’re going already. We’ve just gotten word that “Clerks” star Marilyn Ghigliotti will be in the house for her first trip to the Con this Sunday. She’ll be attending the kids film festival portion for a short film she did for a friend that wrote and directed the piece. Here’s the info for Sunday:
Program #4 — 1:30–2:30
Short films for all ages
Dig
Gena Shaw
Misunderstood by her parents, quirky, 9-year-old Charlie White acts out in a way that at first seems defiant but ultimately changes her parents’ perspective of their daughter. (L) (11:00) (USA)
Marilyn loves to meet her fans and is always incredibly gracious. Stop by and say hello if you’re in the area on Sunday.
See ya back here soon with more news from this busy week and weekend.