- Continued success for SModcastle shows, more online, casting controversy and more from Kev on Twitter recently. Here’s some samples:
Via @rockerprod “just pre-ordered Widening Gyre” Be like this amazing American hero! http://tinyurl.com/GYREcumsInHardcover on 12/13!It’s Sunday! If you’re not at @SModcastle watching #BlowHard the hear some SMOD! SModcast 131: Limmortal. Get it now at http://smodcast.com
Via @kellybutton “GetOld starts off hilarious, ends up heartbreaking. A+ to you, @jaymewes” Give it a listen: http://www.smodcast.com/getold
Prepare to be blown out the back of (or in the back of) the theater! #BLOWHARD episode 2 is NOW ONLINE! http://www.smodcast.com/blowhard
Via @dmaul53854 “u say @JayMewes fell off the wagon in Apr. He ok now?” Tune in & find out: http://smodcast.com/getold New episode tomorrow!
Local press that GETS it: @ThrillistLA puts @SModcastle on their front page today: http://www.thrillist.com/list/Los+Angeles
We’re moving BABBLE-ON to Mondays & HIGHLANDS to Saturdays. HIGHLANDS feels more like a Saturday show – our own “A Scary Home Companion.”
Via @jpalmiotti “its Joes 10th anniversary as EIC of Marvel” 1 of the few times I’ve ever seen true talent get rewarded. Go @JoeQuesada, Go!
Congrats @JayMewes! # 1 on iTunes Comedy pod chart (& #2 overall!) with JAY & SILENT BOB GET OLD! http://tinyurl.com/GetOldWithMeAndMewes
Via @GetFcked “Hollywood BabbleOn was funny as Fuck. Can’t wait to hear it weekly.” It ALSO went to #1 on the Comedy chart, and #7 overall!
More on @ThatKevinSmith this week, including a few interesting remarks about a run-in with a Hollywood agent relating to “Red State” casting. Sure can’t wait to hear that story told at a future live show…
Also, QS covers “Blow Hard” with a new interview with Malcolm where he talks about the new breakout hit of SModcastle.
You are at the archive for the Red State category &rarr
The MASSIVE Twitter Report…
- Realizing we’d fallen a bit behind on summarizing Kev’s tweets lately, we’ve scoured through the sea of the last week or so to split up some of the more significant tweets from Mr. Smith, by topic. Read on for details on upcoming live SModcasts, planned release dates for new comics, an airdate for the 40th birthday Q&A, deets on “Hit Somebody” and “Red State” status, and more:
On Flicks..Sweet BDay gift from @RyanJReynolds (not GreenLantern RR): #CopOut banner with 1500 opening night tix: http://tinyurl.com/ryanspresenttokev
Via @artvander “Saw #CopOut. SWS has never been funnier.” Made me want to cast him in HIT SOMEBODY. But now he’s circling GOON. *sigh*
Via @Film_2_140 “has SWS read HIT SOMEBODY script yet? Is it Near done” No – been a busy month, so still on pg101. Hence he’s circling GOON.
Via @Film_2_140 “surprised he’s looking at Goon?” Nah: they’re ready to roll. HIT’s not ’til AFTER RedState – so mid-2011 the earliest.
Via @boomertl “goon and HS are very similar” Not from what I’ve been told. At all. Besides: the more hockey flicks, the better. #SellTheGame
Via @thaskizz “will you be acting in Red State or Hit Somebody?” Nah. Those days are over. Rather be in front of a microphone than a camera.
Speaking of #CopOut – SIGNED BD/DVDs! http://www.jayandsilentbob.com/copoutbldvds.html OR http://www.jayandsilentbob.com/copoutdvdsib.html
Via @YourRealDad76 “Am I ever gonna get to play a Jay and Silent Bob video game?” If any VG company had serious interest, I’d be into it…
On Live Appearances…
Via @CJDavis0605 “What’s the good word? Boston show going to be rescheduled?” I’m hearing December 12th. Will confirm that soon…
Via @dselig119 “when will your bday DVD be out?” Not a DVD; an @EpixHD 2 hour special! Peep it here on October 23rd: http://www.epixhd.com/
Via @insidehw “EPIX exclusive comedy special – KevinSmith:TooFatFor40 http://epx.ms/aeRK1i ” For press release/air date, click READ IT.
Via @MikeDuyn “didnt u tell the story of why last movie felt like work at bday Q&A?” Iceberg’s tip, sir. One day. Too soon.
Via @ValShelby “can you do another day where you answer ? 24hrs” Yes: Labor Day – to raise $$$ for http://viewaskew.com/thewaynefoundation
Via @Ptrst “How will that raise money?” I’ll Tweet the donation link all day, keeping a running tally, shaming into giving. #Tweetathon2010
On SModcast and SModcastle…
Via @Qatami “starting a podcast, could you take a pic of your personal recording set-up as example” http://tinyurl.com/WhatSModGearLooksLike
Via @deadpool60169 “Is Malcolm’s Gay Clown Show going to be posted online?” Like most @SModcastle shows, if show sells out, show get posted.
The @SModcastle exists because of @CamelToad. Thank him by supporting his pair of Friday Night shows: http://smodcastle.com/tickets.html
Via @Coreyranes “You should have NHL 10 tournament again” Coming soon to @SModcastle, via Lit101 guy: http://www.smodcastle.com/tickets.html
Via @JayMewes “Coming home next week. recording HIGHLANDS: http://www.smodcastle.com/tickets.html ” Mewes is PERMANENT Highlands 3D cohost!
@shawnwrites “what cartoons can we expect on Saturday? Old? New? Both?” This week, it’s all @Starktoons action! But in the future, we wanna open it up to submissions: if you’re an animator who wants to see their stuff on screen, contact @SModcastle or @CamelToad.
On Comics…
Via @JackBauer2417 “ever consider becoming full-time Batman writer?” Been asked, but I can’t keep to a schedule. I’m content w/ CACO & GYRE.
Via @RChazzChute “Just read Gyre #6. Delicious! Thanks! When’s volume 2?” Starts in Jan. GYRE Hardcover is just in time for Christmas: 12/8.
Via @Dedlok “by christmas meaning december-ish?” Yes – right around time of CACOPHONY soft cover. GYRE hardcover will have extras…
Via @JakeGalliher “went to Comic shop to pick up GYRE 1-6 couldn’t find 2,3″ I’m your pusher: http://www.jayandsilentbob.com/comicbooks.html
All the tweets you can handle for free by following @ThatKevinSmith.
View Askew NewsBites™
- Shock Til You Drop has what they are calling a logline for “Red State” though we don’t think this is necessarily studio official, just a summary of what we’ve known about the film since Kevin revealed he’d written the script a couple years back:
A group of kids encounters a crazed preacher (based on Fred Phelps, founder of the Westboro Baptist Church) who gives a whole new meaning to the term “extreme fundamentalism.”Just in from Kev’s twitter. He says: ” If I didn’t write it, it’s not official. And I never wrote that.”
“Red State” begins filming on September 22nd.
- “Clerks” comes in at #6 in KoldKast’s list of “The 15 Cheapest Movies that Went on to Become Cult Classics”:
ESTIMATED BUDGET: $27,000Though officially Clerks only pulled in $3 million or so at the box office, its legacy is undeniable. In order to make the film in the first place, Kevin Smith sold most of his comic book collection, maxed out his credit cards, dipped into college funds, and spent the insurance money he’d been awarded when he lost his car in a flood. Long story short, if it had flopped, he would have been in a whole lot of trouble. The film eventually found an audience, spawned sequels, an animated series, and most importantly, launched the nearly fifteen-year career of Kevin Smith. Empire magazine even named it “one of the 500 greatest movies of all time” in 2008.
- Askew vets Rosario Dawson and Ethan Suplee both appear in the trailer for “Unstoppable” from director Tony Scott. The film’s about a runaway train and arrives this November.
Meet the “Red State” Supporting Cast!
- “The Wrap” spills the beans on the actors and actresses joining the great Michael Parks in front of the cameras when Kevin starts filming “Red State” this Fall.
Kyle Gallner, Michael Angarano and Steven Root are in talks to co-star in Kevin Smith’s political horror film “Red State,” and Oscar nominated actress Melissa Leo is also circling the project, an individual familiar with the casting process has told TheWrap.
Dermot Mulroney was previously also listed among the cast, but The Wrap and Kevin have refuted that, at least for now. Root previously worked for Kevin in a small role in “Jersey Girl” – Some scoopers noted Kevin speaking with Root at Comic Con recently, as well.
The Twitter Report…
- While we were trying to keep up with all the big news dropping due to the Con, Kevin’s been busy tweeting up a storm lately. Let’s take a look at some of the more noteworthy tweets from recent days. He’s back to record pace lately, like it was when he first hit Twitter, so we highly recommend you run a follow to @ThatKevinSmith to read them all – We’re just scratching the surface on the most newsworthy, but there’s so much more. Here’s a peek:
Via @thecolecash “How is “Red State” coming along?” Dave & I storyboarded for a few hours today. Found this amazing actress for Cheyenne…Via @filmthreat “Where’s RedState being filmed?” California, sir. Up Whittier way. 80% of it shoots behind maximum security walls. #srsly
Via @sonic43 “Did you decide if RedState was shooting digital or film” Last I heard from @ThatDavidKlein, RED will be shot on a @RedCamera.
Via @Billy3152 “spot for hockey guys Leary or Sandler in Hit Somebody?” Massive cast, but I’m looking to surround Seann w/ CANADIAN actors.
Via @njosnavelin714 “You really believe HitSomebody’ll be the best film you ever make” 100 pages in, before we shoot a frame, it already is.
Via @StephanieClark_ “when do you start shooting for Hit Somebody?” Hopefully mid-2011. So let’s stop talking about it. Getting blue balls.
Via @SansomJam “Hit Somebody a comedy or something akin to The Wrestler?” It’s funny, but I don’t know if I’d call it a comedy. s’like GUMP.
Via @cmatthes1 “MCM mode of #CopOut gives me hope for the new BluRay extras” It’s pretty entertaining. Watched opening w/crowd & it crushed.
Via @bigstunz “Walt killed it in latest Smodcast” He CRUSHED PrimaNocta TELL’EM LIVE. Ask @BryAndWalt to put that 1 up on Friday. Pure gold.
Me & @SMosier sang FAMILY TIES & this dude mixed it into TIE’s opening credits: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e5LIs5W5JpM&feature=related
Via @MasterBruceSHH “Just read Gyre #6. Best ish so far. kudos for the last twist” Walt & I have been waiting a year for that splash page…
Via @denmark116 “How long do we wait for volume 2?” GYRE Vol. 2 starts up after the first of the year. And it’s a MUCH more familiar Bats…
Via @pcraig20 “how long the Green Hornet run is going to be” 10 issues. Then, I start begging @jimlee00 to do HORNET/BATMAN crossover mini.
Via @jace1013 “looks like #CopOut did well: http://bit.ly/9R3DyO #1 on every list” Congrats to the Movie Formerly Known As A Couple of Dicks
Via @lunchboxfett “When can we hear SModcastle opening night?” Not for awhile. Lots of banked shows to get up first: Philly, Billings, SF…
Via @dimmke “Can you stop making movies & just do #SModcast every day” Working on it, sir. Once we’re done with HIT SOMEBODY, s’possible…
@omfgitzjay “Will WYSMC be on SModcast Network?” No: to be a part of SModcast.com you’ve gotta know me REALLY well. Wanna know why? SModcast.com isn’t just weekly podcasts by me & my friends; it’s actually a more ambitious, ongoing project: SMod’s my autobiography.
This is my 10,000th Tweet. I’m using it to thank all y’all for following. You’ve given me enough juice to jump start the Act 2. Many thanks.
Our particular favorite Twitter highlight from the last week is a run that Kevin did on historical photos and posts back on July 20 and 21. If you didn’t see it, go back and seek out this stream. Tons of great photos and links in there.
View Askew NewsBites™
- In case you missed the hilarious new SModimation that debuted at the con, check it out FREE, courtesy www.smodcast.com, via YouTube. Another awesome episode, kudos to Steve Stark for another 3+ minutes of brilliance.
- Is everyone else as excited about AMC’s new zombie series “The Walking Dead” as we are? Maybe this will help Askew fans come on board if you’re not already — The great Michael Rooker (“Mallrats”), Mr. Svenning himself, has now signed on as ” Merle Dixon, a psychotic redneck ex-con with an equally violent brother”. Here’s a photo of him in action, courtesty Dread Central.
- Catch View Askew icon and all-around good guy Brian O’Halloran live in “The Crucible” through the end of the month at the Holmdel Theater Company in Holmdel, New Jersey. The Star-Ledger spoke with O’Halloran about the role recently:
…In “The Crucible,” O’Halloran finds himself in 1692 Salem, Mass., as the Rev. Parris. “One night he finds that his daughter and niece are nowhere to be found,” says O’Halloran. “When he goes out and finds them dancing naked, he’s none too pleased.”
O’Halloran stops to laugh. “Funny; from ‘Clerks,’ I’ve become known for male debauch comedies. I’ve been given that label of sassy and comedic. The thing is, I’m 40 now and old enough to be playing fathers who get outraged.”
If there’s one thing that O’Halloran understands, it’s parental disapproval. “My parents both came to American from Ireland, so they were conservative people,” he says. “My father died when I was a teenager, so my mother had a very cautious view of life. Imagine how she flipped out when I quit my job in the early ’90s to act. I had spent years working at ShopRite, clearing over $500 a week, which was a lot of money in those days. As she always pointed out, a grocery store will always be in business no matter what happens.”
Tickets are $20 and well worth the cost — You can catch one of the last three shows this Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night.
- Playblog reports that Seth Rogen (“Zack & Miri Make a Porno”) might star in Warner Bros.’ theatrical version of the Broadway show “Rock of Ages”. The film is set for a 2011 bow. No casting has been confirmed at this time.
- Yes, Southwest Airlines screwed a loyal passenger again by kicking off an already seated petite woman in order to make room for a passenger who required two seats. Once again, they just can’t seem to get this customer service thing right…
- We mentioned the Westboro Baptists protest that happened at the Con this past weekend, so it’s only right to give some press to the anti-protest signs that also appeared this year. Good stuff, folks. Gotta love that Bender costume. Read more about it and watch video at Comics Alliance.
- Finally today…Who is driving? Oh my God, Bear is driving . How can this be? See you next time…
Michael Parks to Star in “Red State”…
- When Kevin said to expect to NOT recognize any names he dropped from “Red State” this week, we had no idea that he was just tricking us genre fans into expecting that…As he dropped a bombshell that the great Michael Parks would star in the film. This is FANTASTIC casting, such major kudos to whomever came up with the idea of Parks. Parks steals the show in practically every scene he appears in these days, most notably as officer Earl McGraw in the intro of “From Dusk Til Dawn”, “Kill Bill”, and “Grindhouse”. We absolutely could not be more pleased with this casting. Thanks to Cinemablend, who were at last evening’s Q&A and caught the news first:
Michael Parks isn’t the most notable name in the world, but if you know the works of Robert Rodriguez and Quentin Tarantino you know his face. One of the most distinct characters of their universe, he is Texas Ranger Earl McGraw, seen in From Dusk Till Dawn, Grindhouse and Kill Bill and now he’s heading to the View Askew world.During his annual Kevin Smith conversation at Comic Con, Smith announced that Parks has officially signed on to star in his next film, the horror film Red State. For those that are unaware, the film will be somewhat based on the Westboro Baptist Church, who, coincidentally, are picketing this year’s Comic Con. Parks’ role will be based on the role of Fred Phelps, who founded the church.
Parks is a terrific actor and certainly deserves his day. It is well documented that Smith, Tarantino and Rodriguez are all within the same circle so it’s fairly unsurprising to see them sharing an actor. It’s hard to even remember the last time that Parks had a lead role, but this could be fantastic.
Congratulations to Kevin and all involved on a home run start to the casting of “Red State”. We can’t wait to see Parks chew the scenery in this one.
The Twitter Report
- Lots more about the upcoming shows this week @ThatKevinSmith. Read on if you want to donate a ticket for an upcoming show, or take someone up on a donation. Spread the love. Kevin’s also revealed that fans in San Diego have a lot to look forward to this weekend – The etnies SMod party, a first look at “Widening Gyre” issue #6, the world premiere of new SModimation, and more. Plus, some cast details on RED STATE that are bound to open the floodgates for press on that one, deets on SModcastle’s grand opening, new live SMod available for download…And more. Here’s the highlights from the weekend:
It’s still Sunday in California. And when it’s Sunday, it’s time for SMODCAST! SModcast 125: Live Nude Columbus 2! http://www.SModcast.comVia @etniesculture “Etnies Presents http://bit.ly/bGmQkq ” Skips Party. Be there for http://bit.ly/bOnPAD
Later today, we re-open the VIEW ASKEW MESSAGE BOARD. Fresh start, new tech, no superiority complexes, no animals more equal than others.
Via @Widmer77 “Columbus loves you!” Not enough: 156 out of 280 tix sold. C’mon, Columbus: SMod & TESD live, JULY 31st! http://studio35.com/
The JULY 31st @Studio35 #LIVEnudeSMOD represents the last live show of my 30’s. Come watch my youth die, live on stage! http://studio35.com/
Via @craftycruz “will future @SModcastle shows be more affordable?” When we open for good, $25 will be top ticket price.
@Spectr4lNight “Any cast announcements for Red State?” At ComiCon, I suspect. Debuting AVATARDED SModimation from @Starktoons at panel as well. Gotta bring something, as I’m following THOR movie footage. And verily I say to thee: my hammer’s not nearly as impressive…
Via @Conallgil “where is GYRE issue six, friend?” In stores two days after the Con, but if you’re at the GYRE panel? PDF of first 41 pages!
Via @Spectr4lNight “first 41 pages! how big is it?” GYRE 6 is a double-ish: 44 pages. Holding back just last 3. Get ready for #GothamBabylon
Via @catchingonmovie “Any way to get pdf if I can’t make it to Con?” 3 days later, you can get the actual issue, Slappy. #GyrePanelThurs1230
PEOPLE OF HOLLYWOOD! This Wednesday, we’re swappin’ wives at the Improv! http://tinyurl.com/SModEmSteveDaveLIVE #YaGottaSellItOutToHearIt
Wanna donate tickets? Wanna receive those donated tickets? Then you wanna go here: http://smodcastle.com/swap.html
Via @chaseronio “what do I HAVE to see u at at comic-con?” I’ll make it easy for you, Citizen… http://viewaskew.com/events/comikev2010
Via @craftycruz “will future @SModcastle shows be more affordable?” When we open for good, $25 will be top ticket price.
HOLLYWOOD! History will be made this week as @SMosier talks to someone ELSE! SMod’Em, Steve-Dave! http://tinyurl.com/DirtyBoysTalkingDirty
Via @TimIsenman “will there be refreshments or food at the Castle” Tidbits & boxed water inside, food truck outside. @Cameltoad! More water!
Via @The12thDoctor “How’s Red State getting on?” Saw some AWESOME auditions, picked some more cast, locked 80% of our locations at 1 place.
We’ll keep you posted on the new View Askew WWWBoard, as we’re figuring a lot of you are eager to re-register and get back on board. Stay tuned for that, and of course set your Twitter to @ThatKevinSmith for the latest up to the second thoughts from the man himself. More news later…
The Twitter Report…
- A PG-13 for “Hit”, news on “Red” coming in San Diego, more appearances, and more in the latest round of tweets from Mr. Smith. He’s also added more live events where you can see Tell ‘Em and SMod in person — Take a look at the complete schedule page to find a city near you and order tickets:
OPENING FUCKING NIGHT of the FIRST PODCASTING THEATER IN HISTORY! Tell your grandkids you were there! http://smodcastle.comVia @JohnJulitz “Any plans for a fourth Evening With” We’re shooting the birthday show next month: http://tinyurl.com/ItWas40YearsAgoToday
Via @SansomJam “RED STATE casting announcements?” I’ll likely spill all at the annual Hall H panel: http://viewaskew.com/events/comikev2010
Via @xHeatsink “what happened to the people’s studio?” When we sell RED STATE, I’m putting 100k into the kitty to kick open the doors.
Via @MosEisley08 “Based on what you’ve done of Hit Somebody script, what kind of rating you going for?” Unintentionally, it’s a PG13 so far.
Via @traviswycoff “heard you on kevin&bean yesterday, funny shit” Gonna be on K&B again ComiCon week, Friday morning, AT the Con.
Via @AVShomerx “15yrs on Mallrats. need extended cut BluRay” Hear that, @UniversalPics? I know it’s no CHARLIE ST.CLOUD, but show it love…
Via @Doubl3Dos3 “How come you aren’t on the Widening Gyre Panel at SDCC?” Too Fat to Panel. *sigh* (I’ll be there: Thursday, 12:30, Room 4).
The Montreal Gazette wins paper of the day: they let me mix references to the Habs and sodomy: http://bit.ly/cd8nZS
Follow @ThatKevinSmith for lots more.
The Twitter Report…
- Lots of “Red State” news via Twitter to cap the weekend here, including the fact that it will be the NEXT movie from writer/director Kevin Smith (not “Hit Somebody”) and that filming’s going to start in August. Pretty cool stuff, as this is the first definite confirmation we have of a start date. Some cating is already complete, though no names have yet to be released.
In other news, Kevin reveals a big international “Evening With” in Syndey for early August, and more on SModcast and the castle, which may soon be the ONLY place on the planet to catch live SModcast. Read on:Prisoners of AUSTRALIA! I am coming to set you free! Meet me at the SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE on 8/8! http://tinyurl.com/KevComesToTheLandDownUnder
Via @1973z “any chance of a visit to Perth?” Sydney only this time around. The OPERA HOUSE! When I get home, we start shooting RED STATE.
Via @Accidental_Rob “Any big plans for your 40th b’day?” It involves a stage. And some cameras. http://tinyurl.com/ItWas40YearsAgoToday
Via @BazTinkOTheRink “Mosier working on Red State or is he doing his own thing” His own thing, sir. Which includes SModcast, naturally.
Via @LynchAtLarge “any chance of a cameo by @JimNorton in Red State” No, but I want him to play a Glenn Hall-like goalie in HIT SOMEBODY.
@RetroDLC “Have you ever thought about using digital cameras (EG: Red) exclusively?” @ThatDavidKlein & I visited the Red Studio & our eyes & boners popped at the portability & better-than-film look. That camera is fucking magic. AND poetic: Red Cameras for #RedState.
@evilneuro ” yet your candy ass is on the front cover: http://www.amazon.com/Cop-Rock-Your-Glock-Blu-ray/dp/B002ZG970G ” When you see the BluRay, you’ll know why: I’m literally the third lead in the BluRay version of #CopOut . It’s like the flick was blended with Q&A.
Last night at the Improv, #LIVEnudeSMOD crushed it! Mostly because I sat on it, but still. Come & see for yourself: http://livenudesmod.com
This Saturday night in PROVINCETOWN, I’m getting feted. Or fisted. Can’t remember which. But when in Rome, I say… http://shar.es/mk8qf
Inch by inch, a Twitter-fueled stoner whimsy is made flesh! Behold! http://tinyurl.com/ScaleSModcastleWalls YOU! Follow @SModcastle
Thanks to the live Kevin Smith Twitter feed for these…Hit it up for a lot more.
