Books: Neal Pollack's Alternadad and Glasgow Phillips' The Royal Nonesuch

I just read that producer Bill Gerber ("The Dukes of Hazzard") bought the rights to Neal Pollack’s “Alternadad.” Yes, the news is two months old, but I'm reading the book, so it kinda peaked my interest being that it looks like Warneer Brothers might bring it to movie theaters. I now find myself more enthused about finishing the darn thing.

Since I'm on the subject of books, I’m also reading Glasgow Phillips’ “The Royal Nonesuch.” It’s an autobiographical account of his harried experiences in Hollywood (and eslewhere). At the same time, it's kind of a behind-the-scenes look at the South Park/Trey & Matt-success from the point of view of their friend.

I admire the way Phillips writes. The guy’s got skills.

Interview with Broken Lizard: Potfest & The Greek Road

I did a short interview with a couple of the Broken Lizard guys. Click here to give it a read.

We talked a little bit about the movie Potfest. Initially, the idea for Potfest was just a joke; a little thing that the guys put into the end credits of Beerfest. But what's happened is: Beerfest was a mild success, and the guys get so many questions about Potfest, they're now actually considerng making the movie.

Ghost Rider: Interview with Nicolas Cage

That's right, Nic Cage. The man who plays Johnny Blaze in the upcoming movie Ghost Rider.

My interview feature is now online over at Rotten Tomatoes.

Click here to give it a read.

Letters from Iwo Jima Trailer

Here's the trailer, in case you haven't seen it yet.

Letters from Iwo Jima Interview

My interview with Flags of Our Fathers co-star Barry Pepper is now online over at IGN Movies. Click here.

The subject of our interview is Clint Eastwood's companion film to Flags of Our Fathers... Letters from Iwo Jima.

DreamWorks will release Letters from Iwo Jima on December 20th.

Interivew with Spike Lee - Upcoming

Did an interview with director Spike Lee. Great guy. We had some fun with it. Look for it on IGN.com in the next few days.

Casino Royal - Big Blow Off

I was planning to see it this week. There were two screenings for the press. But when it came down to Thursday night, my roommate Tara and I decided to see the Boston Philharmonic.

So, I was planning on Bond, and opted for Mahler. I know it sounds kinda bad, but Bond will be around for a little while. No big whoop.

Lesson in Appreciation

As a freelancer, I always try to stay as positive as I can. There's a lot of rejection with this job. And I try hard to turn it in to something positive.

I guess I'm expressing this because I had a rough day today. I worked my ass off, offering the best material I can. But... some people just don't care, no matter how hard you try, they don't see what goes in to your creation and how much the work means to you.

But I understand. I realize other people have their own concerns, their own fears.

I just wish they'd take a moment to appreciate the people who make things happen for them.

Tenacious D: Interview with Liam Lynch

My interview with director Liam Lynch is now online over at IGN Moives.

This Friday, Jack Black and Kyle Gass bring Tenacious D to the big screen in The Pick of Destiny. The movie pits the acoustic metalheads against Satan — that's right, the Dark Lord himself — as they journey forth to acquire the most highly-prized treasure in the history of Rock & Roll.

Sure, Tenacious D brings the heat. But the man who makes it happen behind-the-scenes is director Liam Lych.

While editing a couple short films for The D — one for their live show and another for the movie's cast and crew screening — Lynch took time out to talk with IGN about the D's biggest quest: The Pick of Destiny.

Click here.

Tenacious D: Exclusive Interview with Satan

That's right, The Prince of Darkness.

My interview with Satan has been published over at IGN.com.

For shits and giggles, click here.

LMK what you think.

Happy Feet Somebody Clip

Animated penquins singing Queen's "Somebody to Love." Would have been better if they used the actual song. But whatever. It's amusing.

Do watch.

Deja Vu trailer

Sure, it'll probably bomb at the box office. But the trailer is lookin' cool.

The Office's Jenna Fischer On Letterman

I'm posting this because she's so damn cute. Kudos to her lucky husband (the director of Slither).

Seeing Tenacious D

At long last, I'm seeing the movie tomorrow. Very much looking forward to it, of course.

Casino Royale: NBC's Daniel Craig Interview

This one's from NBC.

In this video (a very non-dude) Matt Lauer interviews (a real dude) Daniel Craig.

tenacious d movie trailer

Actually, the guy who posted this at youtube got it wrong. It's a clip from the movie.

The Return: Interview with director Asif Kapadia

My exclusive interview with director Asif Kapadia has been published over at IGN. Click here to give it a read.

His movie The Return, starring Sarah Michelle Gellar and Sam Shepard, opens this Friday.

If you have any questions, feel free to leave a comment.


Ms. Gellar in The Return

RobotChicken Star Wars Parody

This one's from RobotChicken.

It's just too funny. Click on it. Seriously. You really must see it.

Trailer: The Return, starring Sarah Michelle Gellar

My interview with director Asif Kapadia will be ready shortly over at IGN.

In the meantime, here's the trailer for his new movie The Return starring Sarah Michelle Gellar.

Freaky.

Mike Jittlov's Time Tripper Short Film

From 1978...


You've gotta love this, especailly the use of Aaron Copeland's "The Red Pony."