DVD reviews: 21, Doomsday Aug 1, 2008
A three-disc set has all 14 episodes, plus deleted scenes, a behind-the-scenes documentary and commentary with Pegg, Wright, Hynes, other cast members and fans of the show including Kevin Smith and Quentin Tarantino. DVD set, $59. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Seth Rogen: Adolescent on call Jul 31, 2008
Halloween will bring the release of Zack and Miri Make a Porno, in which he co-starred with Elizabeth Banks under the direction of Kevin Smith. Then comes a prospect very close to his heart - the starring role in The Green Hornet, which Rogen and longtime friend and writing partner Evan Goldberg have scripted. (Vancouver Sun)
Comic-Con '08 Jul 30, 2008
Miller came back for a later panel featuring fellow filmmakers Snyder, Judd Apatow and Kevin Smith, who seemed to be the biggest hit with Con fans for his honest answers and down-to-earth accessibility. Several fans had one-on-one encounters with Smith, whether it be riding in the elevator with him at the Hard Rock Hotel, like Shayla Chase of Phoenix, or shaking his hand in the auditorium, like Marquis Ashe of San Diego. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Novak 'in good spirits' Jul 29, 2008
It's gonna be a girl for Matt Damon, who told USA Today his wife, Luciana, is "due soon. I'm so outnumbered down here, it's crazy." The father to Isabella, 2, and stepdaughter Alexia, 9, said they'll wait on choosing a name: "We're going to get a look at her and we'll probably keep debating it." Meanwhile, on the other coast, Friend of Ben Kevin Smith has been blabbing to about baby No. 2 for Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner. Smith also said the couple is looking for a bigger house. (Boston Globe)
Continuereading Jul 29, 2008
Edgar Wright: "We did commentaries with some of our various geeky celebrity fans. It was sort of a geek nexus of me, Simon, Jess, Quentin Tarantino, Matt Stone, Kevin Smith, Patton Oswalt, Bill Hader Diablo Cody. That's good isn't it?" (Read Story). Getting into 'The Spirit' with Samuel L. Jackson and Frank Miller. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Director wanted 'Porno' to have attractive sex Jul 29, 2008
Writer-director Kevin Smith talks about new film "Zack and Miri Make a Porno" ... SAN DIEGO, California (AP) -- Kevin Smith treated his fans to some adults-only material at Comic-Con on Saturday ... Kevin Smith is also the director of "Clerks," "Dogma" and "Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back.". (CNN -- Showbiz)
Comic-Con wrap-up: Are superheroes done for? Jul 28, 2008
Kevin Smith, who owns comic-book stores, writes his own comics and weaves comic-book elements into his films, says that the well is endless, at least for now. "It took Westerns about 30 years to run dry," he says. (USA Today)
Kevin Smith gets raunchier with his new film Jul 28, 2008
SAN DIEGO - Kevin Smith treated his fans to some adults-only material at Comic-Con on Saturday. The writer-director a cult favorite at the comic-book convention showed footage from his new film, "Zack and Miri Make a Porno.". (MSNBC -- News)
Miller Shows Some Spirit Jul 28, 2008
One of my favorite bits in Hall H came from the always amusing Kevin Smith, responding to a question about the endless debate about rebooting Superman again ... As the movie was unspooling, though, I was thinking, "wonder how they'll set up the sequel?" and, "when is Robert Downey, Jr. going to show?" Both of those things do make possible Marvel's planned Avengers movie, which could combine the likes of Giant Man, Thor, Captain America, Hulk, Wolverine and Iron Man, to name a few likely suspects... (Variety)
Comic Con: Guy Ritchie on Sherlock Holmes Jul 27, 2008
" (Los Angeles Times archival photo) Lock, stock and `GamekeeperBy Geoff BoucherMay 15, 2007 Two years ago, filmmaker Guy Ritchie went to see Sin City and hes still talking about it. I was very jealous. That, he said, was the only movie in about six years that I wished I had something to do with. To Ritchie, Sin City showed the true potential of the graphic novel-as-cinema, and it has changed his own approach to his art. Thats why the man who memorably... (Los Angeles Times)
Wedded Bliss Jul 27, 2008
" Share: Top Video Showbiz News ADVERTISEMENT The politician marries actress Jennifer Siebel in MontanaDirector Kevin Smith says the couple, who are expecting baby No. 2, are looking for a bigger placeSettled down with another baby due, he says, "We hav 00004000 e a much better chance at succeeding"Sarah Larson says being unattached for now is "working for me"The heiress credits her blissful romance with Benji Madden for making her more mature FNC iMag top videos go green ADVERTISEMENT AP Wires... (Fox News)
Nice and wise Jul 27, 2008
director of Reaper, indie filmmaker Kevin Smith (Dogma) has a lot of respect for Wise. In fact, he is personally a fan, having watched the actor in his biggest TV hit back in the early 1990s, Twin Peaks. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
New Kevin Smith movie rated NC-17 Jul 27, 2008
Kevin Smith gets raunchier with his new film ... SAN DIEGO Kevin Smith treated his fans to some adults-only material at Comic-Con on Saturday. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Comic-Con: All the Saturday scoop Jul 27, 2008
With apologies to Kevin Smith, I'd gander it was the panel which boasted producer Judd Apatow, director David Gordon Green, cowriter Evan Goldberg, plus stars Seth Rogen (pictured, left), James Franco (pictured, right), Danny McBride, and Amber Heard ... In between, the BSG panel was mostly a chance for everyone on the stage to crack wise (in both senses of the term), about their characters and the show itself, with moderator Kevin Smith, who introduced himself with his trademark coarse wit:... (CNN -- Showbiz)
Trilogy Copouts Jul 26, 2008
Kevin Smith s New Jersey Trilogy after impressing with his low budget, foul-mouthed abandon in Clerks , Smith opted to make his follow-up Mallrats a friendlier PG-13 affair ... An argument could be made that Kevin Smith made his films from experience and that the recurring settings, characters and dialogue were a mark of a singular voice. (Suite101.com)
Tulsa shoots for second C-USA title since '05 Jul 26, 2008
Offense - UCF improved its C-USA scoring average from 22 points to 44 as Kevin Smith rushed for 2,567 yards and 29 TDs ... However, there's zero chance of another 7-1 season without Kevin Smith. (FOX23.com, OK)
Comic-Con in San Diego: Get your geek on Jul 25, 2008
Hall H will also see such fan-favorite creators as Judd Apatow, Frank Miller, Zack Snyder, Jeph Loeb, Kevin Smith and Joss Whedon ... Filmmaker Kevin Smith, a true icon in fanboy circles, will moderate and make jokes about toasters. (Los Angeles Times)
This week's new releases (July 20) Jul 20, 2008
Extras: Pegg, Stevenson, and Wright are joined by quite the admiration society for commentary: Quentin Tarantino, Kevin Smith, and "South Park" co-creator Matt Stone, among others. You'll probably share Wright's laugh as he recalls how the show once picked up from its ostensibly like-minded lead-in, "Friends," with the image of Pegg blasting a zombie in the head. (Boston Globe)
Hey, Mr. 'spaced' Man Jul 20, 2008
On Tuesday, "Spaced: The Complete Series" hits DVD here in the States, with extras including commentary by American fans such as Kevin Smith, Matt Stone, Patton Oswalt, Diablo Cody and Quentin Tarantino. Pegg, who co-created and starred in the series with Jessica Stevenson (now Hynes), says they wanted to create a show that depicted a particular sort of pop-culture. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Devilishly good Jul 16, 2008
Before Judd Apatow (director and writer of The 40-Year-Old Virgin and Knocked Up) explored non-tough guys, there was director and writer Kevin Smith (MallRats and Dogma) who was exploring the world of likeable losers who talk non-stop, dress down and dont do much of anything else. Smith is the series consultant he directed the pilot which means Reaper already has its street credit (Dogma, after all, had suspiciously behaved angels). (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Ledger's Batman villain has Oscar shot Jul 3, 2008
Heath Ledger didn't so much give a performance as he disappeared completely into the role, filmmaker and lifelong comics fan Kevin Smith said on his MySpace blog after seeing The Dark Knight. I know I'm not the first to suggest this, but he'll likely get at least an Oscar nod (if not the win) for best supporting actor. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Ledger's Joker has Oscar buzz Jul 2, 2008
Heath Ledger didn t so much give a performance as he disappeared completely into the role, filmmaker and lifelong comics fan Kevin Smith said on his MySpace blog after seeing The Dark Knight. I know I m not the first to suggest this, but he ll likely get at least an Oscar nod (if not the win) for best supporting actor. (KHOU.com, TX)
Hometown homage Jun 28, 2008
Kevin Smith, meanwhile, a proud New Jersey native who shot many of his films at various local hotspots, reached his local-identity championing zenith in 1999's Dogma, as his two stoner antiheroes Jay and Silent Bob describe a quest for a small town called Shermer, Illinois, where "all the honeys are top-shelf, but all the dudes are whiny pussies". Shermer is the fictional town created by teen-movie maestro John Hughes, as a smokescreen for his own sleepy hometown of Northbrook, Illinois, and the... (Guardian Unlimited -- Arts)
Hell of a ride Jun 27, 2008
Shot in a studio backlot in Vancouver that was originally built for Jessica Albas 2000-made sci-fi TV show, Dark Angel, Reaper is helmed by highly-praised film director, Kevin Smith (Dogma). When Disney-ABC studio first pitched the project to him last fall, they had expected Smith, who had never directed episodic television, to say no.. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Comics old and new see their roots in Carlin's routines Jun 24, 2008
"George always maintained he was going to live to 90-something," says filmmaker Kevin Smith, who cast the elder comic in such films as Dogma and Jersey Girl. "He had done the math, based on how long his father lived, and he was convinced.". (USA Today)
Seth Rogen Says Kevin Smith's 'Porno' Is Having Trouble Getting An R Rating Instead Of NC-17 Jun 20, 2008
"The MPAA is gunning for us, I think," sighed Rogen, discussing the current difficulties he and director Kevin Smith are encountering during the rating process of their highly anticipated October comedy "It's a really filthy movie. I hear they are having some problems getting an R rating from an NC-17 rating, which is never good.". Sure, the title alone would seem to indicate a natural conflict with the Motion Picture Association of America. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Graphic Novels are Hollywood's Newest Gold Mine Jun 20, 2008
The other axiom 300 proved to Hollywood is one the comics industry has known for decades: "The audience for comic-book movies is overweight guys in their mid-30s," says director, comic-book-store owner and overweight guy in his late 30s Kevin Smith. Actually, the average age of a comic-book buyer is 23, but Smith's point--that there are fans aplenty to support R-rated comics franchises--has been digested. (Time.com)
And the Award For Best Movie Ads Goes To Jun 15, 2008
A panel of experts that included filmmakers David Fincher and Kevin Smith picked "No Country" for the prize. The film also won three other awards including best trailer and best graphics. (CBS News)
Seth Rogen Speaks Jun 12, 2008
The Knocked Up star talks Pineapple Express, The Green Hornet and making Porno with Kevin Smith ... Next up is the Kevin Smith comedy Zack and Miri Make a Porno, which opens in October. (IGN FilmForce)
Kevin Smith's New Comedy Film Jun 8, 2008
Is Kevin Smith still capable of dazzling audiences with his witty dialogue and comic banter as he once did fourteen years ago with Clerks. On October 31, 2008, Kevin Smith s subtly titled new comedy will be released nationwide ... The Career of Kevin Smith. (Suite101.com)
Mark your calendar: Early guide to big games on this '08 slate Jun 6, 2008
Updates: The offense must replace the nation's leading rusher and C-USA offensive player of the year, Kevin Smith, who was drafted by the Detroit Lions. UCF must also replace quarterback Kyle Israel. (USA Today -- Sports)
Rogen Confirmed as Green Hornet : Film also gets a release date.... Jun 5, 2008
After Kevin Smith ducked out of the project last year, the studio is still searching for a director. Reviews. (IGN FilmForce)
Top 5 Impromptu Musical Numbers May 28, 2008
Becky teaching Dante to dance on the roof at Mooby's: par for the course in a Kevin Smith film. Jay and Silent Bob head-bopping and lip-syncing to ABC by The Jackson Five: silly and hilarious, but again, not outrageous for Mr. Smith. (Suite101.com)
The Hyperion project: An 'invisible' refinery? May 18, 2008
"The public's perception of these places is they are polluters and their interest is in profit and they'll do whatever at all costs,'' El Segundo Fire Chief Kevin Smith said. "My perspective is different. I know that plant manager. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Man denies raping wife throughout marriage May 15, 2008
Kevin Smith, 59, yesterday gave evidence against Catherine Smith, who is on trial in the Sydney District Court for shooting at him in June 2006. Mr Smith, who was granted immunity from prosecution for his evidence, denied allegations by the defence counsel, Mark Dennis, that he raped her throughout their marriage, shot at her and tortured her with an electric cattle prod. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Abusive husband shot at in self-defence, court told May 14, 2008
Catherine Bernedette Smith, 57, is on trial in Sydney District Court for attempting to murder her former husband, Kevin Smith, 59 ... Mr Tabuteau told the jury that she was arrested and told police in an interview that she had "intended to kill Kevin Smith because he was going to kill her or her children". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
G4S PLC - Issue of Equity May 13, 2008
For further enquiries, please contact: G4S plc: Trevor Dighton - Group Financial Officer +44 (0) 1293 554400 Helen Parris - Director of Investor Relations Deutsche Bank: Toby Clark +44 (0) 207 5458000 Edward Law Media enquiries: Kevin Smith - Citigate Dewe Rogerson +44 (0) 7973 672649 Notes to Editors: G4S is the world's leading international security solutions group. It specialises in assessing current and future risks and developing secure solutions to minimise their impact across a wide range... (Fox News)
Will Stafford, Moreno turn pro in '09 May 2, 2008
These guys don t need or want the millions that guys like the Falcons new QB or Kevin Smith of the Lions will be making. If they do, they don t mind waiting another year for the multi millions. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Defense shines for S.C State in practice Apr 15, 2008
Redshirt freshman running back Ronnie Weaver had 45 yards to lead a UCF team looking to replace All-American Kevin Smith. Senior Cory Hogue and redshirt freshman Omar Hansbrough led the UCF and Knights' defensive efforts with six tackles a piece. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Lawrence Leung's comic ascent Apr 12, 2008
"One moment I wanted to be Spielberg, then I wanted to be David Lynch, then Kevin Smith, then Tarantino ". His first foray was a horror film called Bad Company, where Leung's best friend plays a man who runs over a cat on his bicycle. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Celebrating Thirtieth Anniversary, IFP Re-Launches 'IFP Market' as 'Independent Film Week' Apr 11, 2008
The organization has fostered early work by leading filmmakers including Charles Burnett, Edward Burns, Martha Coolidge, Todd Haynes, Barbara Kopple, Michael Moore, John Sayles, Jim Jarmusch and Kevin Smith. More recently, IFP provided support for this year's Oscar-winning documentary short Freeheld, and the Sundance Grand Jury Prize-winning Frozen River (Sony Pictures Classics, Aug. 2008). (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Jason Reitman, Kevin Smith Blog for NHL Apr 10, 2008
Reitman, Lauren Conrad, Dierks Bentley and Kevin Smith are among the celebrities who will blog about their love of hockey on the National Hockey League's Web site ... LOS ANGELES - Jason Reitman, Lauren Conrad, Dierks Bentley and Kevin Smith are among the celebrities who will blog about their love of hockey on the National Hockey League's Web site. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Lars and the Real Girl Apr 4, 2008
"Busking" to be directed by Kevin Smith. Enter your search terms. (Moviehole)
Stone Casts More Bush Mar 27, 2008
Banks has appeared in Seabiscuit, Slither and Catch Me If You Can, and recently wrapped Kevin Smith comedy Zack and Miri Make a Porno. No Country for Old Men star Josh Brolin has already been cast as George junior in the film, which will cover Bush's battles with his various demons, his conversion to Christianity and the reasons behind the invasion of Iraq. (IGN FilmForce)
NFL draft big board Mar 15, 2008
Central Florida RB Kevin Smith failed to impress teams at the combine in several areas, especially an apparent lack of quickness and overall speed after clocking 40 times between 4. 53 and 4. (USA Today -- Sports)
Reitman's new gig Mar 7, 2008
Filming starts in April, when he is done working on the Kevin Smith comedy Zack and Miri Make a Porno. Recommend this article. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
If the title says 'Porno,' will moviegoers say 'no thanks'? Mar 5, 2008
Kevin Smith's film, now shooting in western Pennsylvania, stars Seth Rogen and Elizabeth Banks as broke friends who embrace their desperation by making their own X-rated tape to pay off their debts ... "They'll follow him anywhere. I don't think anything is too risqu? for Kevin Smith fans.". (USA Today -- Life)
Cruise could be President Mar 4, 2008
Kevin Smith says Tom Cruise could run for President ... Kevin Smith says Tom Cruise could run for President ... 3, 2008 10:47 AM Kevin Smith claims Tom Cruise could run for US President. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Coen Brothers are big winners with 'No Country for Old Men' Feb 25, 2008
Seth Rogen, who has been in Pittsburgh making the Kevin Smith movie "Zack and Miri Make a Porno," presented the sound editing award with Jonah Hill. They had been introduced as Halle Berry and Dame Judi Dench, which they stretched into some laughs. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Buccaneers Combine Tracker Day 3 Feb 24, 2008
Kevin Smith (Reinhold Matay/AP Photo). By bucsblitz@mac. (BucsInsiders.com)
Scout robbery suspect's antics seen as plea for help Feb 24, 2008
He described her stepfather, Kevin Smith, as a nice guy who seemed to have a good relationship with Woods. Novikov blames his breakup with Woods and her woes now on her illicit use of prescription drugs. (The Palm Beach Post)
Julianne Moore starring in new thriller Feb 15, 2008
Kevin Smith is shooting his comedy "Zack and Miri Make a Porno" in the region. Filming of "The Road," starring Charlize Theron and Viggo Mortensen, is scheduled to begin later this month. (Xinhuanet, China)
Lewis: The ACTION 5! Feb 14, 2008
" Also, check out the bonus documentaries and the pilot episode for a "Black Bart" spin-off for TV, which is actually quite funny for an old sitcom. 3. 'This Film Is Not Yet Rated' DVD, $19.95 Enter the seedy underbelly of the film industry in this documentary investigation of the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) - the "anonymous" folks who rate movies and as a result decide what movies make it to the multiplex. It turns out that everything isn't necessarily above board in the... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Julianne Moore flick latest to film here Feb 14, 2008
Already shooting this year is the film "Zack & Miri Make a Porno," directed by Kevin Smith and starring "Superbad'' co-star and writer Seth Rogen. The big-screen adaptation of Cormac McCarthy's "The Road," starring Charlize Theron and Viggo Mortensen, is set to start filming this month. "Shelter," from a story by British writer Michael Cooney (2003's "Identity"), is being directed by Swedish duo Mans Marlind and Bjorn Stein, whose movie "Storm" was a best film nominee by the Swedish Film... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Orleans Co. Murder Still Unsolved Feb 10, 2008
Kevin Smith's murder shocked the rural Shelby community he lived in ... Kevin Smith, 47, lived alone. (R News)
Sink or swim| Feb 9, 2008
Devastated, Gray is supported by Gradys best buddies Sam (Kevin Smith) and Dennis (Sam Jaeger), who offer her a room in their home when she can no longer afford to pay her rent. Unfortunately these kindly gentlemen are not the only friends who attend Grady's funeral. (iAfrica.com)
Screen couples with no sizzle to sell Feb 5, 2008
(Ironically, the failure of Gigli led writer-director Kevin Smith to radically pare down Lopezs role opposite Affleck in Jersey Girl, but the couple play off each other brilliantly in the rarely screened original cut of that film, which Smith plans to one day release on DVD.). Adam Sandler and Kevin James, I Now Pronounce You Chuck and LarryYes, this comedy about straight firemen passing for gay is, at best, a bro-mance, but Sandler and James fail to be even the least bit... (MSNBC -- News)
Line to the White House Feb 1, 2008
"George Bush relied on Sol's expertise," recalls Kevin Smith, a former boss of US West's Colorado operations who attended the fund-raiser at which Bush and Trujillo also met privately ... The former understudy to Trujillo at US West, Kevin Smith, says Trujillo kept his politics "fairly private" and "didn't take names or keep lists of who did or didn't [donate]" when he was boss at the regional telephone company. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
The musical's name is spelled F-L-U-F-F Jan 31, 2008
The three adults are host Rona Lisa Peretti (Roberta Duchak), a real-estate agent and former spelling-bee participant; Douglas Panch (James Kall), the school vice-principal moderator; and Mitch Mahoney (Kevin Smith Kirkwood), a gangsta from the 'hood doing community service. The latter's job is to dispense a hug and a juice box to the losers. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Did Heath Ledger finish vocals on 'Dark Knight'? Jan 27, 2008
Kevin Smith Sat, Jan 26, 2008 at 09:12 PM EST. Ted Casablanca is gay. (Entertainment Weekly)
The power of a teacher Jan 26, 2008
Kevin Smith Kirkwood, 31, the young man who plays comfort counsellor Mitch Mahoney (and a couple of other small roles) in the touring production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, credits his high-school drama teacher, the late Rev. Ron Torina, for his career ... Kevin Smith Kirkwood, plays a comfort councillor for eliminated spellers in the the musical The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Don't try this onstage Jan 26, 2008
"Goodbye, goodbye," they serenaded me, while Mitch Mahoney (Kevin Smith Kirkwood), the comfort counsellor, gave me three bear hugs, removed my contestant number and handed me a consolation prize a juice box (apple). Joanna hung tough, surprising Panch and moderator Rona Lisa Peretti (Roberta Duchak), by getting "caterjeunes." (I have no idea what it means; it doesn't even come up on Google). (Globe and Mail)
Blu-ray winning the format war in Australia Jan 23, 2008
Movie studios are promising to reward Australia's quick decision-making with a host of new blockbuster titles this year plus groundbreaking features that will have us playing dice games with Johnny Depp, hacking computers for Kevin Smith and cooking up a storm with a rat in a French kitchen ... 0 Blu-ray title features a game with video instructions and gentle ribbing from actor Kevin Smith, Independence Day will feature an alien scavenger hunt game, and Master And Commander will let you see a... (NEWS.com.au)
Friday: 'Monk' Jan 23, 2008
(Granted, it's been in 'the works' for some time, having been attached to everyone from Zach Braff to Kevin Smith. . (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Craig Robinson, Traci Lords, Katie Morgan, Ricky Mabe, and Kevin Smith Alums Jeff Anderson and Jason Mewes Join Seth Rogen & Elizabeth Banks in 'Zack & Miri Make a Porno' for The Weinstein Co. and Dimension Films Jan 17, 2008
Craig Robinson, Traci Lords, Katie Morgan, Ricky Mabe, and Kevin Smith Alums Jeff Anderson and Jason Mewes Join Seth Rogen & Elizabeth Banks in 'Zack & Miri Make a Porno' for The Weinstein Co. and Dimension Films: Financial News - Yahoo ... Craig Robinson, Traci Lords, Katie Morgan, Ricky Mabe, and Kevin Smith Alums Jeff Anderson and Jason Mewes Join Seth Rogen & Elizabeth Banks in 'Zack & Miri Make a Porno' for The Weinstein Co. and Dimension FilmsWednesday January 16, 1:16 pm ET ... Written... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
