September 11th @ 9:33 pm | No Comments » | Scooped by Kevin Rosen
- Alright, so the headline’s got a bit of geekspeak programming lingo in there, but what we’re saying is, /Film has cornered Kevin to clear up the questions regarding the future project that he’s been chatting up about a comedy set in space. Most sites (us included) speculated that this MUST be the long in development “Ranger Danger” project (Randal’s screen-worn shit in “Clerks 2” seemed to hint the film was closer to reality). Now, thanks to this /Film article, we now know that these are TWO totally different projects. So, we’ve now got “Red State”, “Ranger Danger”, AND the untitled space comedy (possibly starring Seth Rogen) all in the planning stages. Sounds like we’ll at least have jobs here for the next few years! More news and clarification as hints continue to be dropped.
September 11th @ 9:32 pm | No Comments » | Scooped by Joshua Padilla, Curtis Schiewek, Alonso Duralde
- Kevin appeared on the CBC (Canada) Radio program “Q” this past Tuesday, September 9th. If ya missed it, like we did, we’ve got good news. The complete podcast of the appearance is available at their podcast download page or by a direct right-click and save HERE. He mentions wanting to not only FILM in Vancouver but SET a film in Vancouver somewhere down the line, interestingly enough. Also, he reveals that he’s just shot another Degrassi episode! Cooool.
- Coming Soon runs a brief mention of “Porno” in their TIFF wrapup, as well as the promise of a big new interview with Kevin soon:
Those expecting raunchy sex and nudity in Kevin Smith’s Zack and Miri Make a Porno (Weinstein Co. – October 31) shouldn’t be disappointed, although there’s also a touching relationship comedy at the heart of it between the two main characters, played by Seth Rogen and Elizabeth Banks, who really elevate what might be seen as a fairly high concept premise. Fans of Smith should love it as much as his previous films, and except for one particular gross-out scene, it’s surprisingly classy despite all the usual swearing. (We have a great interview with Smith we’ll be running sometime soon.)
- Nothing new here as the quote’s taken right from Kevin’s recent blog, but JoBlo did pick up on Kevin’s recent praise for actor Chris Pine playing the role of Kirk in the JJ Abrams “Star Trek” reboot. Check it out for a quick read, especially if you missed his praise for the film earlier in the month.
- Catch Marilyn Ghigliotti’s award-nominated performance in “Dig” at the Socal Film Fest this Saturday, September 13th, at 11:30 AM in Huntington Beach Central Library. If you can’t make it to that screening, stop and say hello to her at The Hollywood Collectors & Celebrities Show on Oct 4th & 5th. Marilyn loves meeting her fans from the “Clerks” days, so don’t be shy, stop by and ask her for a photo or autograph!
- Animated web series “The Nutshack” features main character Jack dressing up as Silent Bob in the third episode of their new second season. The Nutshack is on Wed nights, 10:00 PM PST on MYX or at the official Nutshack site.
- On a sad note, we’d also like to acknowledge the passing of “Fletch” author Gregory Mcdonald, and express our condolences. Kevin has been a vocal fan of Mcdonald’s work for many years, to the point of hoping to adapt one of his books for a big screen “Fletch” revival. The project remains stuck in development, last we heard. Our condolences to family, fans, and friends of Mr. Mcdonald.
