May 3rd @ 5:25 pm | 1 Comment » | Scooped by Banks Lee, Scotty Dont, Steve Hinz, Eric
- The IMDB is reporting that Jason Lee and his girlfriend Ceren Alkac are expecting a child by the end of 2008. Congrats Jason and Ceren!
- There’s a funny Jay & Silent Bob Strike Back nod in episode #610 of “George Bush, Boy President” from Portland, Oregon radio station KUFO. Check out the audio HERE.
- And finally today, one of our scoopers let us know that the infamous Silence of the Lambs/Clerks 2 song “Goodbye Horses” show up on one of the radio stations in Grand Theft Auto IV.
April 30th @ 11:25 am | 1 Comment » | Scooped by Brad & Chris, Andrew Schwartz
- Alrighty folks, as promised, we’ve now received the official word from the inside on the new date for Kevin’s Q&A at the Bergen Performing Arts Center. The new date is February 21, 2009. We do believe that the Bergen PAC will refund anyone who can no longer make the show. Here’s the statement that came in today:
“We regret that we have to move the Bergen PAC date again, but those of you that know Kevin, realize this has never happened before. Due to the editing and release schedule of Z&M, we are going to have to move the show to Feb 21, 2009. For those of you with tickets to the show, please call the box office at 201-227-1030 for more info on how to exchange your tickets for the show. Again we regret the inconvenience.”
Hopefully everyone understands here, the flicks are the bread and butter, so we’re sure that the reschedule has to do with getting the best possible flick out to us this Fall, on time and in fantastic shape. We’ll keep you posted on any further details and other chances to see Kevin live. Looks like there will be quite a few across the country in the second half of 2008 and early 2009.
April 30th @ 11:24 am | 2 Comments » | Scooped by Brad & Chris, Andrew Schwartz
- Alrighty folks, as promised, we’ve now received the official word from the inside on the new date for Kevin’s Q&A at the Bergen Performing Arts Center. The new date is February 21, 2009. We do believe that the Bergen PAC will refund anyone who can no longer make the show. Here’s the statement that came in today:
“We regret that we have to move the Bergen PAC date again, but those of you that know Kevin, realize this has never happened before. Due to the editing and release schedule of Z&M, we are going to have to move the show to Feb 21, 2009. For those of you with tickets to the show, please call the box office at 201-227-1030 for more info on how to exchange your tickets for the show. Again we regret the inconvenience.”
Hopefully everyone understands here, the flicks are the bread and butter, so we’re sure that the reschedule has to do with getting the best possible flick out to us this Fall, on time and in fantastic shape. We’ll keep you posted on any further details and other chances to see Kevin live. Looks like there will be quite a few across the country in the second half of 2008 and early 2009.
April 30th @ 11:22 am | 1 Comment » | Scooped by David Di Troia, Chris Collins, Kevin Spellman
- This Los Angeles Times article reports that the CW’s “Reaper” remains on the renewal bubble, and that the show’s fate will be announced on May 13th. With the show REALLY hitting stride over the past few weeks, with a truly compelling story arc and last night’s episode being almost season finale-worthy, we are BIGTIME hopeful that the CW doesn’t let this brilliant show slip through its fingers. Case in point – Another similarly-themed show, “Supernatural”, had a bumpy first year but now celebrates its third season with a 4th already on the way. Please, CW, don’t kill off this uniquely entertaining show in its infancy! There’s nothing else like “Reaper” on TV — And if you’re not watching, you SHOULD be. Heck, we bet Kevin would come back in some capacity for season two, as well…
- A San Diego comics store owner reports briefly that Kevin and Harley stopped by to pick up a toy while in town for a recent Sharks NHL playoff game earlier this week.
- Hey, SModcast fans – Been to SMikipedia yet? This nifty wiki site catalogs terms, stories, and more from all of those wonderful MP3 audio broadcasts from Kevin Smith and Scott Mosier. SMikipedia is gearing up to be the ultimate online companion tool for those who listen to the broadcast, citing all the stories, the people, the places, and more. The site’s allowing open signups now, so fans of the ‘cast are invited to join in and help the webmasters collect as much info as they can as the program continues. Check it out.
April 29th @ 10:14 am | No Comments » | Scooped by Brad & Chris
- With no SModcast or the trailer in sight just yet for the week, we’re on alert, expecting the trailer to blow up onto the internet any moment. While we’re doing our best to stick close to e-mail and the web, keep checking all our sister sites as we’re still quite hopeful to see the first moving frames from the film online sometime soon. Stick around, we’ll be doing the same…
April 29th @ 10:13 am | No Comments » | Scooped by Brad & Chris
- Ticket watch! While tix have not officially yet gone on sale, or these shows officially announced anywhere, we’ve just received inside info on two NEW Kevin Smith bookings that we think some of you folks.
First up – On Tuesday, September 30th, Kevin returns to the Great White North – He’ll appear live at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology in Calgary, AB Canada.
As previously announced, on November 7th, the Count Basie Theater in Red Bank, NJ will be jammin’ once again when Kevin returns home for what we’re sure will be another sold out show. Tix are now available for online purchase at the Basie box office.
Then, on January 24, 2009, Kevin comes to The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts in Hartford, CT.
Again, no further details at this time, but we did want to get the early word out on these shows. Once we have them set in stone along with ticket purchase information, we’ll have it all right here at News Askew. Oh, and we’re also hoping to have an official reschedule date for that Bergen Q&A soon, as well. Stay tuned.
April 29th @ 10:11 am | No Comments » | Scooped by Daniel Spilatro, Chuck K
- This just in! Our pal Will Wilkins comes through again with another great MP3 audio capture of a recent surprise Smith appearance – Kevin called into the Opie & Anthony show to chat with the guys earlier this week. Due to a slow connection at work today, we’ve yet to listen to the audio, but will be soon – So we can’t for sure say what’s discussed and newsworthy, but we’ll be back with a full report of any breaking news from inside this audio clip. ‘Til then, listen for yourself and enjoy.
- Several View Askew references appear in Entertainment Weekly’s gallery of “Perfect Casting: 23 Stars as Themselves”. Surf through the gallery to find Stan Lee’s turn in “Mallrats” and of course, the unforgettable appearance of Matt Damon and Ben Affleck in “Jay & Silent Bob Strike Back”. The entire gallery’s great, and well worth your time to click through.
April 27th @ 11:15 pm | No Comments » | Scooped by Brad & Chris
- Yes, the suspense is certainly killing us. Earlier this month, Kevin casually dropped tomorrow’s date, Monday, April 28th, as his planned debut of the first, internet exclusive trailer for his new flick, “Zack & Miri Make A Porno”. Since then, there’s been very little mention or a countdown to this date. However, we DO know that the trailer was cut together (at least in rough form) some time ago, so we’re guessing this is all just a matter of timing, moreso than any delay in getting it out there. Chances are, the trailer’s ready to roll, and will appear online with a simple few clicks.
We haven’t heard any further details at this hour late on Sunday night, so, like the rest of you, we’re sitting back and waiting. We’re hopeful to have a bunch of mirrors up tomorrow, where possible, though can assume that the trailer will debut exclusive at the official site, Quick Stop Entertainment, and/or View Askew. Despite being on different domains, we actually share a server with those sites, so expect some slow traffic for a while regardless of where you go (this one’s going to likely be our biggest bandwidth-buster yet). Stay tuned, as soon as we get word of the trailer’s arrival, we’ll let ya know the best way to get it. Here’s hoping we can all join you in seeing the first live footage from the next View Askew film right here on the web tomorrow.
April 27th @ 11:11 pm | No Comments » | Scooped by George Efta, Paul Delgado, Will Harris
- Though there are no listings for the film on their official movies page , some readers caught “Jersey Girl” late on TBS this week. If anyone watches the new edit, and notices any fun or interesting omissions or changes, we’d love to hear about it. If we hear of a definite upcoming airing, we’ll let you know.
- Brian Lynch’s “Everybody’s Dead”, which at one point was set as a possible follow-up to the View Askew rarity “Big Helium Dog”, has come to life in comic book form. Issue #2 has now arrived in stores and is celebrating very good reviews. If you’re a fan of comics, zombies, and of course, many laughs, this is a book worth looking into. Details at the Myspace page. Don’t see it? Ask your local comic shop where it’s at!
- Another good reason to visit the Secret Stash inside Laser Blazer in Los Angeles! On May 7th, they’re hosting a live signing with comic legend Jim Krueger. Stop in, get your book signed, and then shop all the fantasic deals on DVDs and View Askew swag. Oh, and of course, take a look at the coolest View Askew prop museum on the west coast!
- With a new “Harold & Kumar” flick in theaters, stoner flicks come up on the web this week, with Jay & Silent Bob appearing on Bullz-Eye’s list of 13 Cinematic Stoners in addition to the guys who went to White Castle.
April 25th @ 1:58 pm | 1 Comment » | Scooped by Ming, MonmouthCountyVAFan
- Ming checked in this week with a brief post indicating that, unfortunately, Kevin’s upcoming May 2nd Q&A at the Bergen Performing Arts Center in Northern New Jersey has been postponed:
Hello Northern New Jersey-ers and Non-Northern New Jersey-ers.
I’ve just received word today that this Q&A has been postponed with a makeup date TBA. When I hear the exact date I will let everyone know.
I also have no idea what the ticket exchange or refund policy is as of yet. Again when I find out I’ll let you know.
Thanks.
We’ll of course keep you posted if we hear any further details, or learn of refund info or the make-up date. Current rumor has it that the new date will be sometime in November, but that is just speculation. Many folks have either stopped by the Bergen PAC or called in and have their refunds processing. Or, you can hold onto your seats and have them waiting for you when the new date is announced.
