The event takes place on Friday, April 30th at 8:30 PM at UT Austin, Engineering building (RLM), room 4.102. Q&A with John Pierson to follow screenings.
Free admission for Austin Film Society members with current membership cards or for new members joining before event. Seating will be limited and held
until 8:15. RSVP by email to Christian@austinfilm.org. Free admission for RTF students. Must provide current school ID at door.
For more information about John, see www.grainypictures.com.
One bit of news that was confirmed regarding the disc: They are indeed going to animate the scene that appeared in the Clerks: The Lost Scene comic book (where Randal knocks over Julie Dwyer’s casket in the funeral home). Jeff Anderson and Brian O’Halloran were scheduled to record the voice work for said scene TODAY. On the disc, you’ll be able to watch the scene on its own or even integrate it into the film as you watch it! Worth the disc price alone, we gotta say. And who knows what other coolness is in store for the disc? We can only imagine that it’ll be the BIGGEST, BEST View Askew DVD to hit shelves thus far. More as we hear it.
If you’re a subscriber to the WireImage service, you can view a ton of full screen pics from the event. But it’s free to look at the thumbnails, which show a ton of great shots, including Marilyn, Brian, Jeff, Kevin, Jay, Scott and more!
Kevin Smith has a cult following and a legion of loyal fans. Not bad for someone who rarely speaks in his own movies. Smith is the brains behind “Clerks”, “Mallrats”, “Chasing Amy”, “Dogma”, “Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back” and “Jersey Girl”. Many of the films are cult classics, laden with dialog ripe for frequent recitation.
“He’s a good voice for the younger generation,” said Paul Jones, president of the University of Alaska Anchorage film club. “I can’t think of another filmmaker who sees things and comments on them like he does.”
In his films, Smith plays Silent Bob, the quiet, contemplative counterpart to Jason Mewes’ explosive Jay. The two are standard fixtures in Smith’s films, allowing him to spend time both behind and in front of the camera. Smith’s newest film, “Jersey Girl”, is a romantic comedy that shows he is maturing. The proof? Jay and Silent Bob aren’t even in it.
“It will be cool to hear him talk about the difference between making serious movies and films that are completely ridiculous,” Jones said.
With a question and answer session, the event will also provide a chance for film buffs to hear the independent film guru talk about the business. Smith super-fan and UAA film club member David Turnbull recommends doing your homework before the show.
“I hope people avoid stuff that he has already talked about. Go rent his DVD,” Turnbull said in reference to 2002’s “An Evening with Kevin Smith.”
The forums are a way for Smith to keep in touch with the community that supports his films. Jones likes that Smith can give advice and tips to burgeoning indy filmmakers and also talk about the hurdles of working in Hollywood.
“He has accomplished a lot and it’s cool that he lectures at colleges as a way to give back,” Jones said.
For Turnbull, the chance to see Smith come to Alaska is a dream come true. Turnbull’s admiration for Smith led him to take a trip to Vulgarthon, Smith’s New Jersey film festival.
He has trouble defining what it is about Smith’s movies that he likes so much. He says part of it is the characters, part of it is the humor and, well, he enjoys the cussing, too.
This time, Turnbull won’t have to pony up the money for a plane ticket and have to travel across the United States, he can just cruise over to campus.
“This time it’s only going to cost me $20 instead of $1,000,” Turnbull said.
Kevin Smith will be on campus Saturday, April 24 in the Wendy Williamson Auditorium. The show is $7 for UAA students and $20 for general admission. Those interested in a recap of his work can catch a showing of “Dogma” at 8 p.m. on April 22 and “Chasing Amy” on April 23 at 10 p.m., also in the WWA. The admission for the movies is $1 for students and $2 for general admission. Students can get their tickets at the Campus Center Information Desk or at the door. General admission tickets are available at CarrsTix outlets or by calling 1-800-GR8-SEAT.
You can read it HERE for a limited time as well.
Let’s kick off today with this one: A rare but very cool article on View Askew’s web presence, featuring a great deal on this very site — News Askew! Click the scan for a full-screen view of this piece as it appeared in the March 15-21st weekly issue. More to come!
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To those lucky enough to be going to the ‘Clerks’ 10th Anniversary Reuion Screening at the ARCLIGHT in Los Angeles – we have updated details for you:
* Confirmed Guests: Kevin Smith 6 other cast and crew members. Who are they? We’re leaving it a surprise.
* Most of these cast and crew members have not been together in 10 years. This will truly be a reunion.
* A word about the Q&A after the screening: This will be recorded and included on the upcoming ‘Clerks’ 10th Anniversary DVD. Since time is going to be limited, we’d like to keep the focus of the questions on ‘Clerks’ and the experiences of the cast and crew members. If you’ll be participating in the Q&A session, please try to keep the question focus on ‘Clerks.’ Many thanks.
* Sadly, the screening is SOLD OUT (you have to move faster than that!) If you do need or happen to have an extra ticket, please let people know on the board. Thanks.
There’s a new area over in the News Askew Forums reserved for ticket holders to this event. Feel free to stop there to discuss your plans, and make connections to meet up with other fans at the event! Please remember though, the area is only to be used for discussion of the Arclight Clerks show.
SOUTHLAND TALES also has a page at the IMDB now, though last we heard, nothing on this flick was official yet.
