For the most part this round are actual costumes used in the production of the flicks, going all the way back to “Dogma” and up through “Clerks II”. Some gems include Jason Lee’s white Azrael suit, Mark Hamill’s screen-used “Cocknocker” costume, and Jay & Bob’s Ninja masks from J&SBSB. Prices for these one of a kind pieces of View Askew history are extremely reasonable, with expected ending ranges between $300 and $500. There’s well over 20 items in this list, so be sure to head on over and at least take a peek at this stuff – If you don’t bid, it’ll likely be the last time you ever see it!

Good luck – As always, we’d love to see some of this stuff wind up in the hands of News Askew fans.

Kevin purchased a luxury box at The Rock to run though the playoffs this year, since he’s now living in the area scouting for the new flick, which starts shooting in June. He originally was writing blogs from the NHL as a part of this initiative, but the blogs have since moved to his Twitter and his Silent Bob Speaks page to avoid any potential censorship.

Yahoo Sports recently ran a story lamenting the loss of Kev’s voice on the NHL.com website:

It’s disappointing to see the NHL play it so safe with what was rather benign content from one of the few household names in its “celebrity” blogging community. (No disrespect intended to the great Jay Baruchel and Jason Reitman.) The League’s gotten a bit more accepting of unconventional voices on its official Web site this postseason; it’s a shame to see one of them silenced because of an overly puritanical approach to editorial.

Of course, the upside is that we’ll now be able to read Silent Bob’s thoughts on Rangers fans without filters, constraints or concerns for good taste. Which could rank up there with the “Good Will Hunting 2” parody in “Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back” for comedic genius.

GO DEVILS!!!!

“I got home, chipped for about 10 minutes, did a three song Rockband duel against Patty who dropped off Mushu for me, and then I did my workout that I was supposed to do in the morning. Tonight I’ll probably watch some TV and talk some trash with the kids in the forums. I’m really having fun with the smack talk! It reminds me of that scene in Jay and Silent Bob where they read all the bad things people say about their movies online. They freak out, and in the end of the movie, they go door to door and beat the crap out of every 14 year old who was smack talking them. Classic scene.”

Reading that’s sure got the hold’em itch going…it’s a sickness!

Comic book legends may be nerds, but it doesn’t mean they don’t get lucky in the romance department — Lee cited his “running tally” with rocker Mick Jagger while imparting some romantic advice to Brodie (Jason Lee) in Kevin Smith’s sophomore film. (Lee, apparently, was in the lead).

Probably the coolest and most unique items this week — Giant, screen-used gold “Mooby’s” corporate HQ lettering from “Dogma” — That’d be a cool rec room wall addition. And, a super rare “Jersey Girl” cast and crew jacket — Check out that Highlands logo!

Check out photos and details of these items at more at the exclusive Auctions Askew page. Bid early, bid smart, bid often — And good luck to all our readers lusting after these treasures.

Thailand’s film censors block ‘Zack and Miri Make a Porno’

The National Film Board is standing by its decision to ban “Zack and Miri Make a Porno” in Thailand, citing that its explicit sexual content goes against moral principles here.

The Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) initially gave “Zack and Miri Make a Porno” an NC17 rating (banning viewers under 17) for “some graphic sexuality”. However, director Kevin Smith appealed and the film finally got an R with no cuts. The R, or “Restricted” rating, requires viewers under 17 years old to be accompanied by an adult.

Set in the United States, the comedy tells the story of friends embarking on a project to make a porn movie.

‘May encourage copycats’

“The screening of this film may encourage copycats here,” Culture Ministry permanent secretary Vira Rojpojchanarat said yesterday.

The film’s distributor, M Pictures, argued that “Zack and Miri Make a Porno” was a satirical take on contemporary US society and was suitable for viewers aged over 18.

When the National Film Board decided to ban the film during its meeting on Monday, M Pictures appealed and a panel was set up to review the board’s ruling.

After viewing the film, the panel upheld the decision to ban “Zack and Miri Make a Porno” from Thai screens.

Well, we’ve been working on this site for almost 12 years now, and this is the FIRST major banning we can recall – At least in a really long time. It may be time to go fire up the Bluray on this Devils/Flyers/Lost-free evening — it just feels so subversive now…

Kevin’s taken entry two, which comprises of a lot of his twitter posts made in real time during the last two games. You can read the entire thing at the blog site, though here’s Kevin’s intro explaining the move:

Okay, so for those who remotely care about NHL and the Stanley Cup Playoffs, I’m blogging on behalf of the NJ Devils for NHL.com.

Or I was.

With zero acrimony whatsoever, and nothing but love for the NHL, I’m here to announce the Devils Playoffs blog will move back here, to SilentBobSpeaks.com. Even though I was able to find a way around swearing in the blog, the NHL site is – understandably – a lot less liberal than my website. So rather than submit multiple drafts of a blog in order to make it more general audience friendly, we’ve decided that maybe it’d be best to move the blog back here, where I can let my hair down more.

No cause for alarm or outrage. S’not a big deal. No reason to be pissed at the NHL or me. This just makes more sense – as sports generally play to family audiences, and I generally play to reprobates and Persons of Interest.

We’re happy to see new content back at SBS. Now, we’d like everyone to say a prayer for our personally beloved Flyers, who are struggling, for a W tomorrow — And of course, cheer along with Kevin and the rest of View Askew as the Devils bring it back to The Rock tomorrow night, with the best-of-7 series tied at 2 games each (with Carolina). A win tomorrow night is key for both the Devils AND the Flyers. Big hockey night this Thursday.

The 64 Kbps stereo copy. (2:02 runtime, 56 MB file size, right-click to save). Or…

Here’s the 24 Kbps mono copy. (2:02 runtime, 21 MB file size, right-click to save).

As always, thanks to Will for his encoding skills — Following this show, Opie went on to attend the New Jersey Devils playoff game at The Rock with Kevin — A game I was lucky enough to be invited to as well, with thanks to Kevin and Ming. What a place!

“Films will be viewed through the lens of auteur theory, since that seems the most appropriate to the director/writer.

This is the second time the course will be taught, and there are, as of this writing, still seats available for this course, although not many.”

We’re awaiting some further details on how one can register for the class – Though we’re guessing a call to the University for more info couldn’t hurt. Sounds like a fun weeklong course, that’s for sure.

Like Pegg and Frost, Jay and Silent Bob refer to each other – well, one of them does – as ‘my hetero-life-mate’. Their double act developed over the course of four previous Smith films, but it was here, in his broadest and most outrageous comedy to date, where they took central stage, showcasing a relationship that was as fucked-up as it was tender. They’re the perfect duo.

Most Bromantic Moment: The whole thing. Theirs isn’t a relationship where an excuse must be contrived for them to have an argument, just so they can reconcile later in an emotional scene with soaring strings. These guys stick with each other through thick, thin and really, awfully, very stupidly thick.

Who’s The Beard? After a fashion, jewel thief Justice (Shannon Elizabeth), who pines after Jay, for some reason we still can’t entirely fathom.

Best of all, Kevin reveals that the official event won’t be announced for sale until Monday the 20th — But TODAY, April 16th, at 11 AM EST, you can start ordering your tickets online exclusively through View Askew. Yep, before the rest of the world knows!!! The Hall is a big place, so plenty of seats are available, but getting to that website this morning will assure you first pick at the best seats in the house. And believe us, you’re gonna want those seats.

No further details about the show are revealed at this point, but Kevin’s promising something very special. We’ve already speculated on what could transpire, but we have a feeling any guests or surprises will be kept top secret until that night. Kevin has also said that the show will NOT be recorded for video, which will allow him to be totally free-wheeling with everything he dishes on. In other words, buckle up and prepare yourself for a candid, no-holds-barred evening of crazy.

Here’s what Kevin had to say in the official announcement post:

HOLY FUCK!!! I’M GONNA PLAY CARNEGIE HALL!!!!!!

This will only ever happen once in my lifetime, and it’s gonna be a serious fucking hoot. Maybe even a holler. This, my friends, will be worth the trip. Promise.

We’ve put together this info page with a link for ticket sales. Please note, however: THE LINK FOR TICKET SALES WILL NOT GO LIVE ‘TIL ELEVEN A.M. THIS MORNING, EST (MEANING TODAY).

Carnegie Hall’s not announcing the show/sales info to the rest of the world (who won’t care anyway) ’til 4/20 (har-har). That means, if you’re so inclined to watch a fat boob (who ironically sports two fat boobs) sweat and swear on the greatest stage in the world, the best seats are up for grabs for the next few days.

I’d be lying if I said this was a dream come true; because what fucking useless pud-knocker with no quantifiable talents would ever dream about playing Carnegie Hall. I’m not Yo Yo Ma; I’m Mo’ Mo’ Devil Dogs.

And yet, here we are.

I hope you can make it. I really do (especially ’cause that place is a fucking barn that I don’t know if I can fill).

We’re absolutely thrilled for Kevin and cannot wait for this event. We hope to see fans from across the world at this one. Just two months away!!! See you there – ALL OF YOU!!!!