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Am I missing something?
Does anyone else find it absurd that the title of Kevin Smith's new film, "Zack and Miri Make a Porno" has been shortened down to "Zack and Miri" on many american T.V. station commercials?
There seems to be quite a discomfort level with the subject matter and title, yet there never seems to be a problem with commercials glorifying violent movies or even the news running lurid sex stories.
Why the hub-bub about a movies title?
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I enjoyed this. Like you^ said, it wasn't Kevin Smith's best film (which imo is Chasing Amy), but it was very funny and fairly solid. Still, it felt like it was lacking something or maybe the end was rushed, I don't know, but it didn't feel complete to me. Regardless, I'm glad I went and watched this.
I think listening to smodcast has taken something away from Smiths movies for me. i couldn't help but hear Kevin Smiths voice behind the delivery of every piece of dialogue. I was satisfied with Zack and Miri. It had some legitimately funny moments, some of which i didn't expect. Seth Rogan did a decent job with making the dialogue feel natural which can be hard to do with Kevin Smith material. I'm glad to see that Smith was able to employ a bag full of experienced comedic actors while still retaining an indie/amateur tone to the movie. I hope that he continues this trend in his future movie's because Smith is a genuinely funny guy that can create classic comedy with the right actors. I agree with Snake Eyes. Maybe it was the pacing or balance of humor and heart but it definitely felt like something was unfinished or missing. It is however a fun little movie that offers some great laughs. I wouldn't say it's his best movie but it's definitely one of his better movie's especially the technical aspect.
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I feel the same. It had some great moments. Justin Long was pretty funny and Brandon Routh seemed kinda uncomfortable, specially when Long kissed him. At the end I felt something was missing too. I wanted to see what happened with the movie. If they were able to sell it and get the money they need it.
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