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July 19, 2004
Dearest Friends of Garden State
Or as I like to call you, "F.O.G.S.".
Thank you all so much for your unwavering support. I can't believe how many of you are reading this and replying. It really makes me feel good to read your comments everyday. Sorry I haven't posted in awhile; I'm in the middle of the L.A. press junket for the movie. It's very tiring. You sit in a room and different reporters ask you questions all day long. Don't get me wrong; I'm thrilled they're interested, but I'm so tired right now that I'm sleeping on the "g" key ggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggg. Sorry- awake.
Tomorrow is the big L.A. premiere of the movie. I think the web-guys are gonna post some pictures of it on this site tomorrow night, so keep a look out for those.
What else: my ENTIRE family is in town.... I'm sure you can all relate. I think some of the people staying in my house aren't even my relatives, they just needed a place to sleep. This one bearded guy keeps peeing in a bottle and calling everyone Lucifer's children... He claims he's a cousin.
Sleep if you can- you are lucky.
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Comments
Glad to see how commited to the movie you are, Zach. I've been pimping it out to my friends, and everyone has been responding well the to trailer and preview clips. Sarsgaard is going to be hreat, I know it.
Posted by: Benjamin Simpson | Jul 19, 2004 8:22:42 PM
Good luck with the premiere! I can't wait until it comes out in DC!
Posted by: Anna | Jul 19, 2004 8:26:14 PM
peeing in a bottle??? I thought everyone in LA could afford indoor plumbing...except probably Andy Dick who might be found peeing anywhere in the world.
My friend Kathy sent me the link to your site and I'm gonna keep a look out for new entries. Good luck with the movie!!!
Posted by: Patty | Jul 19, 2004 8:26:29 PM
Haha! Peeing in a bottle and calling everyone Lucifer's children. That's great.
Good luck with the premiere! It'll be the best thing since... squeezable peanut butter. I can't wait for it to open in theaters 'cause I'm a Jersey girl (alright, so Bennifer gave it a bad name but still) and damn proud. woot.
Posted by: Amy | Jul 19, 2004 8:40:00 PM
I just hope when it comes to Dallas it shows at the Angelika in Plano, it's new and they have leather seats. Plus I'm not allowed in the one in Dallas anymore.
Posted by: Nobody | Jul 19, 2004 8:45:59 PM
Whoa, that guy stayed at my house last week.
Posted by: Clint | Jul 19, 2004 8:48:06 PM
Zach, I envy you. You get to create movies and so what you love. I hope to one day become a sucessful director as well. I wish you good luck at the LA premier and I absolutely can not wait to see the movie. Unfortunately, it comes out Aug. 8 near me. Urg. Me and all my friends are gonna see it! Can't Wait!
Posted by: Tina | Jul 19, 2004 9:01:01 PM
You're really an inspiration, you know that? Now that I've typed that out and read it back it sounds pretty sarcastic, but I mean it whole-heartedly.
I think it's really great you've been taking the time to write in this blog. Somehow it just kind of makes the whole filmmaking experience seem more.. tangible? I mean, you're out there living it. You wrote your feature-length film, you made it, you've screened it at festivals, and now you're gearing up for the big commercial release, which I'm sure will be a huge success. You're living the dream of every aspiring filmmaker, and I just wanted to say thanks for sharing.
And good luck with all the relatives -- I definitely know how that goes.
Posted by: Jasmine | Jul 19, 2004 9:01:47 PM
Zach, Garden State looks brilliant in the trailers and such; can't wait for it to come around here!
Good luck with the premiere!
Posted by: Megan | Jul 19, 2004 9:03:30 PM
Hey Zach, we hope to watch you on TV cuz I'm sure lots of stations are covering the premiere and the junket. What was the stupidest question anybody asked? Also, does Natalie and Peter read this blog?
Posted by: The Watcher | Jul 19, 2004 9:03:34 PM
I am so excited about this movie! Thanks so much for making it! It seems up there with Eternal Sunshine & Lost In Translation. Props to you Zach...you're a genius. I started a xanga blogring for it....because after seeing the trailer I was obsessed. I wanted to spread the word.
Posted by: Angela | Jul 19, 2004 9:08:17 PM
Hey Zach, good luck at ur first premiere as a director! I'm looking out for the previews on TV. You seem like an awesomely grounded guy which i love. Good luck with all of your sucess that may follow! P.S. The trailer is hot, nice touch with the music and no talk...makes you think
Posted by: Jaime | Jul 19, 2004 9:09:42 PM
The movie looks beautifully done and the website is incredible. Brav-freaking-o on all of it.
I'm ashamed to say that I'm trembling with excitement over the release of this movie (nerd alert, but it's the highlight of my July). I hope the premiere goes well. Enjoy it all...I suspect this is the beginning of all sorts of things. All good...save for Lucifer's children...and peeing in bottles. Beyond that, it's a bright and shiny everafter.
Posted by: Laura | Jul 19, 2004 9:11:46 PM
Have a fantastic time at the Premiere! That will probably feel awesome - going to the premiere of your own movie! How cool is that, good luck and have fun, again! When the family comes over, all the family, that's a sight. And this strange man, happens all the time, it's called spontaneous relative generation...and it's only been recreated in real life large family gathering laboratory conditions. Sound hilarious...but I guess it's cool when the whole family is there...at least the ones you know, but have a fun time with them! You know something else, the music for this movie is simply fantastic. I tell you what I do...I'm a young aspiring screenwriter...so I go to the main Garden State site, and just let the music repeat in my headphones as I write..and it works!! Thanks!
Posted by: Elliott | Jul 19, 2004 9:17:08 PM
I'm so excited about seing the movie... along w/ the gazillion other people reading this. GOOD LUCK! (although, you don't really need it from what I hear)
*stops w/ the sucking up* Gratz on all the hard work. I hope it pays off tendfold. okay... really quitting.. =o)
-Brie
Posted by: Brie | Jul 19, 2004 9:37:17 PM
Hi, I just wanted to add to the well-wishes! I've been looking forward to the film since I saw a preview at...Eternal Sunshine, I think it was....Anyway, I was already a SCRUBS fan, and the trailer was a pleasant surprise. Good luck with the press, get some sleep, and try not to go insane from the relatives!
Posted by: Sara | Jul 19, 2004 9:37:50 PM
I was thinking about it, and I guess it's probably hard to guage how interested the public is in your movie since you're on the inside. I know that I've been looking forward to it since I heard about it's production, and therefor my girlfriend, brother (who also likes Srubs, so he want to see it), his girlfriend ect all want to see it.
It better be good.
Just kidding, I'm sure it will be. When I was at San Jose State for my small little film school the best day was when we were presenting our latest shorts and they were all in random order. Then I heard the music start for mine, very quiet, and it was black, and no one knew whose project it was. Then the words came up, which I did on purpose to be cocky and give myself a brand awareness, "Andrew Slater Presents" and people all clapped. Granted these were mostly my friends, but still, I wasn't the most popular guy, so it was a great feeling.
I can only assume that tommorow night when your name comes up on the screen and peopel applause, and of course at the end when everyone goes crazy, you'll have a similar feeling. Maybe 1,000 times better, but similar.
I don't know too much about you, but I bet you deserve it.
Andrew Slater
www.Slater-Photo.com
Posted by: Andrew Slater | Jul 19, 2004 9:37:58 PM
Nice work, Zack. I'm looking forward to your movie this much. There's a hand motion that goes with that which makes it more clear. I mean, it's not like an arm-spread, bear-hug thing, but that's only cause I'm not very demonstrative. It's more of a thumb-forefinger C shape, like a sideways umbrella. Still, I love the work you do and will just have to sit tight until one the indie-inclined theaters around here shows Garden State. Keep it up and good luck w/ everything!
Posted by: Ty | Jul 19, 2004 9:40:49 PM
Can't wait to see Garden State man! See you at Last Call next Tuesday. :)
Posted by: Kevin | Jul 19, 2004 9:42:22 PM
you have no idea the mass hysteria that has been created in my cramped basement apartment in Brooklyn. Myself, girlfriend, and roommates, and also people I don't think really live here, watch the teaser trailer nearly twenty times a day. Some people may call that obsessive, but I call it, well.... obsessive. Best of luck to you, thanks for the inspiration. If you're in NYC in late August, I'd love to have you check out my new play, "The Dead Sea." It's part of the Fringe Festival. check out the website for exact dates and times or email for more info. see you on july 28th.
Posted by: Mark | Jul 19, 2004 9:44:44 PM
Have been mesmerized by your trailers and soundtrack that continually play on your site. Speaking of site ...very well done. Wishing you all the best and I am looking forward to viewing the movie ...looks extremely real. So refreshing to have that option in movies.
Posted by: Annie | Jul 19, 2004 9:54:17 PM
Hey Zach,
okay i'm discussing right now with my boyfriend, Mark, he's the guy that posted how he's obsessed with your movie, and his roommates that there's no way to write one of these things and not sound crazy. so i accept that.
just want to say that the Garden State preview reminds me of why i myself am an actor. thanks for that. cant wait to see the film.
Posted by: Elizabeth | Jul 19, 2004 9:54:49 PM
It's too bad the Neon in Dayton probably won't be playing it; it really looks like it will be the best movie of the year.
-Tom
Posted by: Tom | Jul 19, 2004 10:20:34 PM
Dear Director of Garden State
Or as I like to call you, "D.O.G.S.". Ba haha, I'm hilarious.
"This one bearded guy keeps peeing in a bottle and calling everyone Lucifer's children... He claims he's a cousin."
What a coincidence, my uncle Bob does the exact same things. Not really, though -- I don't even have an uncle Bob. Not that I know of, anyway.... I'm just babbling.
If you really, truly read these replies, then use the word "ticket" in your next blog entry. Only then will I believe you. Heh, I'm just kidding around.... But I'm serious, too. ;)
Keep up the good work with the blogs, and I hope you don't get too worn out from the press junket or anything else that might be stressful! :D
Posted by: Dan | Jul 19, 2004 10:37:32 PM
I'm glad to hear so many people are ready to go see the movie. I won't get it in my town, so I have to wait until dvd. Unless I can score a copy to review it for the website.
Posted by: Jeremy | Jul 19, 2004 10:40:37 PM
i just wrote yesterday but my (very drunk) friends are shouting into my window that i should write again to tell you that they think the movie is going to be awesome too. *they run around in the yard and scream until i yell at them to shut up, people are trying to sleep (it's 1:30 am here)*
good luck with the premiere. presumably my friends say so too, but they have run off somewhere and are not here to consult.
Posted by: seb | Jul 19, 2004 10:41:10 PM
I can totaly relate, I have a huge family as well, and it's always interesting when we're all together. You don't know how much it means to us to know it means a lot to you that we post in here, lol. Hope that wasn't too confusing! lol Hope the premire goes well!
Posted by: Ashley | Jul 19, 2004 10:42:12 PM
Hey, I think it's incredible that you have this and that you read all the comments people leave.
The trailers have been the most inspiriational things in my LIFE. A friend and I were talking about writing a script, but it was going no where- then we found Garden State. The effect this movie has had on us is unthinkable- we're 3/4 into writing a script and hope to shoot it in August. We hope to get a ride to NY for the 28th. We're both 16, and have only just begun our persuit of making it somewhere in this crazy industry of film-making. But hats off to you, you've brought something tangible to the whole thing.
And I haven't even seen this movie of yours yet. The wait is unbearable.
Posted by: Josh | Jul 19, 2004 10:43:18 PM
i think we can all relate to that odd random bearded guy peeing in a bottle wandering the house...... haha well good luck at your premiere.
-Paul
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http://cribblog.blogs.com/
Posted by: Paul | Jul 19, 2004 10:50:26 PM
Hey Zach...check you out, Mr. pg. 32 of "Jane" Magazine! (that's the August issue, for those who want to run get their latest ZB buzz.) I had no idea you were featured... it was great to open up the magazine today and see you getting the props you deserve. So I just had to spread the word. Enjoy your night tomorrow and be sure you take a moment for yourself. All the best!
Jen
San Diego
Posted by: Jen | Jul 19, 2004 11:03:13 PM
Amazing, you only get better. Every day
Thank you.
Peace
Out.
Posted by: CHolcomb | Jul 19, 2004 11:15:24 PM
Hey Zach, having spent a couple of years on the other side of the junket circuit (I was one of the guys in the "radio room" asking questions, back in 98, 99, and 2000), I have a pretty good idea how exhausting that can be for you guys. Good to hear you're holding up (if just barely...).
I've been looking forward to seeing this movie since I saw the trailer a few months ago. It's hard to belive it's almost here! (I'm sure that goes double for you...) Congratulations on seeing this through, and all the best of luck in this and all of your future endeavors.
Posted by: Kurt Onstad | Jul 19, 2004 11:20:37 PM
Reading your blog is really refreshing because either you're very talented at trying too hard or you just really are down to earth and smart and fun. But I hear there's a direct correlation between interestingness and fame, so maybe you'll end up living the good life as a janitor. A filmmaking janitor.
=)
PS- I haven't even seen the movie yet but a preemptive 'keep doing what you're doing' is necessary.
Posted by: Emily | Jul 19, 2004 11:24:31 PM
Being that you have no idea who I am, I want to offer you the personal favor of buying you alcohol. Now this may seem a rather bland favor I'm offering, but I am underage, and the journey to get the alcohol would be great, and I mite even get maimed so I'll probably need cash upfront....Hmm, lost train of thought..
Oh, yeah, love scrubs, uber-hyped for the movie
Posted by: Jason O'Malley | Jul 19, 2004 11:32:11 PM
So before I crash I got to check out your newest blog. You are one funny kid, basicly you're killing me. Glad to see so many people on the Zach Braff/Garden State train. In dallas we have a radio show on sunday night's called the Adventure Club point is we have a yahoo group and it is nice to see that you movie has be mentioned on there a couple of times. I can't WAIT until the 6th it better release in Dallas :)
Posted by: Crystal | Jul 19, 2004 11:44:23 PM
Congratulations on your directorial debut. I hope all goes well and it goes on to much national (and international) success!
A fan from the Garden State...
Posted by: Iko | Jul 20, 2004 12:06:21 AM
Hey Zach!
I'm a Scrubs fanatic and I just saw the "Garden State" preview for the second time. I'm so excited... it looks fantastic. You'll be happy to know that everyone who has seen the preview with me (from my 17-year-old girlfriend to my 73-year-old grandfather) was intrigued and plans on checking the movie out. I especially liked the background song; it seemed like one of those songs that can give you chills when it's played in context during a movie.
I loved checking out all the extra footage online and reading your blog - you seem to be just as friendly, funny, and down-to-earth as I would have imagined. I expect Dr. John Dorian will become a household name when Scrubs supercedes Friends this fall... and as you continue to succeed in making Zach Braff an accomplished name in film as well, I can promise I will remain one of your many loyal fans. All the best of luck.
-Keith Petrower
Posted by: Keith Petrower | Jul 20, 2004 12:09:15 AM
Hey Zach,
I think it's awesome how dedicated you are to the movie and all... it's about time a director really gets involved with these things. My friend and I keep watching your trailer, and keep discussing the movie. Although I still don't know much of what it's about, I'm eagerly awaiting it's opening in Oregon. Keep up the beastly work.
Posted by: Gregg | Jul 20, 2004 12:10:32 AM
Ah, good ol' family!
Good luck with the premiere. I'm salivating at the thought that the release date is getting closer and closer....hmmm, can't wait for this tasty delight of a film.
lots of love and support,
adam
Posted by: Adam Fontana | Jul 20, 2004 12:13:34 AM
I attended the Backstage West sneak peek tonight. I just wanted to say that I was excited to see the movie, and it far exceeded my expectations. People have written that it was an inspiration, and I couldn't agree more. My friend and I have done nothing but talk about it for the last few hours. I will definetly be there opening weekend to give it my money. Thanks for a great film, and thanks for an inspiring Q & A.
Posted by: Jason Carden | Jul 20, 2004 12:32:46 AM
i love you?
the movie looks beautiful... i feel like somewhat of a whore being sold by a minute and change of footage, but! the world needs its whores with the rest of the ...well un-whores.
trailer view count.... 8340kabillyjillion
Posted by: i am zach braff's illegitimate son... love me daddy? | Jul 20, 2004 1:01:53 AM
F.O.G.S.? Huzzah, it's like a cult without the spaceships! But it's even better, since we've got a bearded bottle-peeing guy. Or maybe it's more like a gang, one that spreads 'GS' love instead of random violence. Woo! Time to break out the bandanas and patches!
Looking forward to the web-guys' coverage of the premiere. Hope it all goes well for you; it's great you get to share it with all your family before it makes it's first steps into the wider world. Hope your dog was happy to be reunited with you following the press tour, too!
Posted by: Aragorn | Jul 20, 2004 1:52:32 AM
by the way incase anyone hasnt said it yet,
YOU ROCK
also try to use the word finagle more often, you know you wanna
Posted by: Kurns | Jul 20, 2004 2:11:53 AM
Hi Zach
If you like “the Ali G show” the first season is on DVD http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00020X852/qid%3D1089992504/sr%3D11-1/ref%3Dsr%5F11%5F1/104-2600601-9002354 .There is an Ali G movie Called “Ali G in da house” sadly It’s only out in England http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00005U8PF/202-3104956-7271843 but keep an eye out for it because it’s a real laugh. If you can’t find it,then when you visit England on your Euro trip try and see it. Again the film look fabulous. Also your brothers book looks interesting, hope it does well. I was thinking of becoming an actor or working in show business , so could you please give me some tips ? also could you tell me when you are planing to visit England. I am thinking of going to the film premier with my mates. If you could answer this message it would be greatly appreciated.
My e-mail is playing up so to make sure it’s james.anjo@ntlword.com
Thanks for reading this message.
- James Anjo
P.S before I go -
>Fahrenheit 9/11 does look out of this world.
>Bad Santa is a great film.
>Yes it must be boring when people go on and on about the show you are well know for (the woman in the airport).
> Red bull dose keep people awake (try not to drink too much because its full of chemicals).
> Try and invest in something a bit better than a blackberry?
>Mac Donald or “micky D’s” as you put it, is a good for nothing crap factory sorry but Mac Donald is that bad.
> I will get the soundtrack thanks for the web page.
> Anchorman or whales vagina (very funny) he he he.
> Hidalgo..........................................
> I can sympathise people that send Spoilers about your film must be a real pain in the a .......my tea’s ready!
>And yes “abort” and “take-off” should be kept apart or even band from planes for the good of the traveller . Also the words “wing” and “fallen off”.
>I hope the L.A premiere of the movie goes well. peace out.
Posted by: James Anjo | Jul 20, 2004 2:28:33 AM
I was a bit harsh blackberries rock. And I loved Hidalgo.
Posted by: James Anjo | Jul 20, 2004 2:43:17 AM
heya zach, huge fan and i cant wait to see this movie
the question is, is it getting a release in australia and are you going to come down and say hi??
i know u said it was going to europe but i cant find any info on aus!!!
Posted by: Tim | Jul 20, 2004 2:48:41 AM
Zach,
I have to say that I am quite enjoying the website (music and quick time clips especially) and am keen to see the film once it's released. Although I live in London for right now, I am originally from north Jersey and, having traveled home for the odd weekend over the past few years, I find the premise you've established that much more intriguing and accessible. Maybe I missed this explanation somewhere, but any reason you chose the famed and glorious Garden State for this film? As you most definitiely know, we natives are extremely proud of our state and I am glad to see the positive qualities of our homeland (eg above ground pools, humping dogs) making their way into your story. Continue to shout out creativity and have fun,
Anthony
Posted by: Anthony | Jul 20, 2004 3:05:46 AM
I am so amped for you! Your premiere! Im definately gonna be there to cheer on the carpet.
You are an inspiration to so many--reflected upon this blog alone...and that is such a beautiful thing! Im just a lowly film student that is thankful to have role models like you to emmulate and keep from growing bitter and disenchanted with the business. And not just that--you push for honest and heartfelt filmmaking...doing something that is much needed in this day and time--uplifting.
have fun tomorrow!
Thank you Mr. Braff.
Posted by: a w c | Jul 20, 2004 3:12:34 AM
I got a free bottle of - I think it was - Garden State brand hand sanitizer at Coachella fest... as well as Napoleon Dynamite lip balm. Since that moment... I've looked forward to both movies, if for no other reason, because they indirectly saved me from the germs of the sweaty mob, and from blistering my lips in the merciless desert sun. I guess that means I owe you one, eh?
Anyhoo, I enjoyed the trailer. Great example of making people feel exactly what you want them to feel - love, fear, apathy, whatever else - without compromising the tiniest bit of the plot.
Most movies I feel I've seen already by the time the trailer is over. So... thanks for that. Heh heh.
Have fun.
Posted by: jeeves urquhart | Jul 20, 2004 5:50:40 AM
I just got linked up to your blog yesterday, I dunno what rock I have been living under to miss the making of this movie. I can not WAIT 'til it gets to Beantown, I have been extoling the virtues of GS to any and everyone who will listen. Good luck @ the premiere!!
Posted by: Katie | Jul 20, 2004 5:55:48 AM
Hi!
As one of the international viewers on this site I want to wish you all the best on the premiere. The movie looks brilliant, especially the cast, who seems to do an incredible job! Hopefully it will reach Sweden, where I live, sometime soon because I can't wait to see it!
As I said, I wish you all the best and I hope you'll enjoy your stay in Europe later this year.
cheers
/Gustaf 'The Swede' Sellin
Posted by: Gustaf Sellin | Jul 20, 2004 6:37:40 AM
The few...the proud....the F.O.G.S. so when do I get my membership card? Tonight will be an unreal experience no doubt. Just make sure that if there are any hot full bodied starlet broads at the after party, you go and make out with a couple of em for me mmk?
Posted by: Dan G | Jul 20, 2004 6:48:17 AM
hi zach,
the film looks aces, and i'm hearing such truly positive things about it that i honestly cant wait to see it. I'm just wondering when it comes out in sunny england and if you were planning on taking a trip over here to promote it on the european leg of your tour.
Keep up the good work buddy and keep those posts 'a coming!
oh yeah, and try to get some sleep!!
chris
Posted by: chris t | Jul 20, 2004 7:17:00 AM
Yeah I had an incident like that a couple of weeks ago too. Who doesnt? Yesterday some guy knocked at our house and said we promised him he could do a scene of his movie in our house. I kicked him out :). I'm really bored right now so I'm going to see equilibrium (a very good movie better as the matrix!). greetings
Posted by: sam from belgium | Jul 20, 2004 7:18:49 AM
Anyone who has a xanga can join my Garden State blogring right....HERE:
http://www.xanga.com/groups/group.aspx?id=367658
(I hope it works...)
Posted by: Angela | Jul 20, 2004 7:33:48 AM
Damn the popularity of Garden State. At the Seattle International Film Festival, out of two showings, one at Cinerama, a theater that seats 808 people. Advance tickets were sold out, and that morning only one ticket was left. So sad. Now I have to wait for it's Theatrical Release. Really looking forward to it.
Posted by: Ig | Jul 20, 2004 7:40:48 AM
Darling Zach,
I can't thank you enough for capturing and sharing this twisted, hysterical view of the real world on film. I saw a screening in New York and loved it.
Posted by: Gina | Jul 20, 2004 8:13:56 AM
Zach, congratulations and we can't wait to see your movie. We'd love to visit soon, so Pete will get in touch. Hope you're on top of the world!!!
Posted by: Julia Friend-of-Snuggles | Jul 20, 2004 8:17:40 AM
So Frou Frou must be thanking their lucky stars for your trailer, eh? Seriously, every person I sent the trailer link to got a hint of junkie desperation in their reply, "Who is that band? TELL ME NOW!" Here's hoping the movie lives up to the magic of the trailer, chief. A bit dangerous, if you ask me; kinda like a blurb on a bookjacket that says "A startling and original voice in modern blah blah blah," then it's, like, John Grisham. So here's hoping it's more Cheever than Grisham... because, dammit, it was about time somebody got it right. What's "it," asks the chorus? A decent movie about home. "Then it is dark; it is a night where kings in golden suits ride elephants over mountains."
Posted by: HuffyHenry | Jul 20, 2004 8:32:49 AM
Hey Zach,
Good luck at the premiere and enjoy. But I can't get over the bearded guy keeps peeing in a bottle-- he was totally over my house just a couple days ago what are the odds.
Posted by: Irene Myers aka BOO BOO KITTY F. | Jul 20, 2004 8:37:10 AM
Hey Zach, First saw the garden state teaser in college on a Mac via da tinternet (us brits mite get that "tinternet" gag) anywho i should have been storyboarding my feature film but wot ya gonna do? End of term i had a distintion 4 my film and i was well happy.
Those around me in the class all agreed that the film looked wicked then the teacher came bk and told us to get on with our work (Eeeeek!!)
cHOW 4 NOw
Posted by: Dominic Green (U.K) | Jul 20, 2004 8:56:55 AM
Alright, so there's about a zillion posts on this and it was only yesterday that you wrote. But I'm going to put my two cents in too.
I too have been obsessing over the movie since about 3 weeks ago when my friend and I saw the trailer. We agreed to go see it together the day it comes out. Since then, I have been telling everyone about it. I just tell them to go watch the trailer and they'll understand my excitement.
I'm going to stop here since we're probably keeping you from getting to sleep... which I know is treasured time.
It must all be very exciting for you... heck, it's exciting for me... the days are counting down.
Good luck with the premiere, Zach!
Posted by: Beth | Jul 20, 2004 8:58:26 AM
Distinction
Posted by: Correction* | Jul 20, 2004 8:59:21 AM
The Teaser Trailer really blew my mind, ever since I saw it I've been showing it to as many people as possible. Some friends and I have been planning to drive to Chicago to see it because it probably won't be showing near us. Just to let you know, keep up the work on these blogs, they're really fun and like some others people mentioned here, I think they add something to the experience. It definitely gives hope for all those trying to "make it." P.S. I can't wait to hear the song from Coldplay
Posted by: Nathan | Jul 20, 2004 9:09:12 AM
You know you've done something good when Joel Stein writes an article on you. He is the reason I read Time Magazine (him and the "numbers" section).
Andrew Slater
www.Slater-Photo.com
Posted by: Andrew Slater | Jul 20, 2004 9:10:35 AM
Zach,
Have an awesome time at the premiere! It will be such a great feeling to have your own work on the big screen. Wish I could be there! I am looking so forward to seeing as soon as it comes to phoenix. Drink lots of alcohol for me at the after party!
p.s. I have had that damn Ashlee Simpson song suck in my head for about a month straight now! I feel your pain!
Posted by: Ericka | Jul 20, 2004 9:48:00 AM
Zach,
Have an awesome time at the premiere! It will be such a great feeling to have your own work on the big screen. Wish I could be there! I am so looking forward to seeing it as soon as it comes to phoenix. Drink lots of alcohol for me at the after party!
p.s. I have had that damn Ashlee Simpson song suck in my head for about a month straight now! I feel your pain!
Posted by: Ericka | Jul 20, 2004 9:49:15 AM
It's endearing that you're still taking time to update your blog. I wouldn't be sure if I would be able to fit it in with rogue-not-familiar-with-indoor-plumbing "cousins" and monotonous press junkets, so my hat surely goes off to you.
I can only hope that GS will be opening in the realms of T.O., so that I'm able to get some kind of fix besides the various trailers. ;)
- A fellow "F.O.G.S."
Posted by: Dana | Jul 20, 2004 9:49:29 AM
I can't wait for the movie to come out in tampa/ St. Pete (FL) area.
Sorry about your family. I love watching my mom freak out when her family comes into town. Then when my dad family joins in on festivities (sp?) it only drives my mother more insane. And shes such an introvert so my, the only extravert in my bunch has to "shmooze" with everybody.
Good luck. But hey think of it like this: They helped you with the movie and can you think of the movie being made with out them?
kathleen
Posted by: Kathleen M | Jul 20, 2004 10:05:48 AM
Is there any way that you could post the selected cities list? So that we could find out which state to drive to, to see your movie!!!
Posted by: Crystal | Jul 20, 2004 10:18:20 AM
hey zach. want to hear something really dumb? well here it goes. so the other night, my friends and i were waiting for our friend to pick us up and take us to a party. whiling waiting we get the great idea to put hand sanitizer on your hands and light them on fire. oh boy was that awesome. and we weren't even drunk yet. amazing, huh? have a great time at the premiere my friend.
Posted by: jeffreyyy | Jul 20, 2004 10:37:17 AM
I look forward to seeing the premiere pics.
Thanks for making quite possibly the best movie website ever.
Posted by: Eddie | Jul 20, 2004 10:54:48 AM
Just wanted to say I've been following your movie since I saw the trailer a few months ago. I'm very excited to see how it turns out.
However, do you know if there will be a Japan release? I'll be in Osaka for the next year studying and I may miss the movie in theatres in the US.
Posted by: Josh | Jul 20, 2004 11:19:16 AM
Love Scrubs and can't wait to see the movie, Zach! Good luck.
Posted by: Exotica | Jul 20, 2004 11:41:24 AM
Zach, I know I can't say anything new that any other person leaving comments hasn't already said, but I thought I'd add my two cents anyway. I think it's so great that you've been keeping up with the blog and you seem to be so down to earth. I couldn't believe it when I heard you directed a movie and saw how amazing the teaser trailer was. Best of luck with the movie and all you do (how very high school yearbook). I can't wait to see it.
Posted by: Fran | Jul 20, 2004 11:44:39 AM
heya zach,
all of us young actor types are so very proud of you even though we don't know you. i know your movie is going to get an amazing response and i can't wait to see it. i hope one day to appear in one of your future films. even if it's just as an extra. you're an inspiration, bro.
-michael
Posted by: michael | Jul 20, 2004 11:54:05 AM
i'm gonna be RANDOM!!!
so, i'm watchin conan o'brian and realizing how much his body looks... drained. like someone sucked some of the life outta him! he's hilarious... but looks half dead :D anyway, cannot wait for the movie to come out! i'm sorry L.A. is as straining as it is for you, don't worry, you'll make it through. good luck with the family!
Posted by: ken whitney III | Jul 20, 2004 12:20:42 PM
I have family in town too. Unfortunately they're not here to celebrate the premiere of my big blockbuster hit. And by the way, that bearded guy that you met, he's my cousin. Sorry for the inconvience. I think your movie will turn out bigger than you expect. I saw it in Atlanta. Definitly a good way to spend a couple of hours, so thanks! Maybe next time you're in the south we can go for that beer at the Highlander. Oh and thanks for the compliment, you're not so bad yourself. Have fun with it!
Posted by: Kelly | Jul 20, 2004 12:28:58 PM
good luck (and have fun!!) at the premiere...we want details! i couldn't imagine it NOT being a smashing success...
Posted by: Pat | Jul 20, 2004 12:30:37 PM
Insomniacs of the world.
Posted by: Jessica | Jul 20, 2004 12:36:59 PM
Zach, I envy you very much. I live next to the "Scrubs" hospital and always try to check out what's going on. I was just wondering how you got the opportunity to direct, and have your script produced. Was it just because of your previous success? I am currently in film school and interested in the process you went through. I absolutly can not wait to see Garden State. Thank you for the inspiration!
Posted by: Jacob | Jul 20, 2004 12:51:50 PM
Good luck at the premiere tonight. I've been looking forward to seeing this movie since I heard about it at Sundance. Unfortunately I won't be able to see it until next year, because I leave for Brazil on the 4th of August.. oh the torture! (at least I'll have those brilliant trailers to hold me over until then.) I just wanted to say that I think that you've done a lovely job with all of this Zach and I look forward to seeing what you might have planned for the next project.
Posted by: Keli | Jul 20, 2004 12:59:25 PM
I saw the trailer for the first time before Eternal Sunshine, and my friends and I were completely stoked. It's been the comedy/drama I've been looking forward to the most this summer (with The Manchurian Candidate and Saved! close behind). I love your work on Scrubs, and the shots in the Teaser trailer are fantastic. "Let Go" was a scrumtrulecent choice for a song. Plus, the clip of Natalie dancing in the pink hoodie has made me fall in love with her again. I read somewhere after watching Camp that the 2 of y'all (yeah, I'm from the South) went to the same acting camp in upstate New York. I was just curious if that's how y'all met? Good luck with the touring and junkets!
Posted by: aggie05 | Jul 20, 2004 1:24:02 PM
Hi Zach, please say that Garden State is coming to the UK sometime soon?!!!!! The British public would love to see such a sensitively crafted film! I can assure you that you have a loyal Scrubs fan-base over here who are having severe withdrawal symptoms whilst it's on a break!!!!!!!!!
Hope the premiere went well today - as a aspiring actress I am dreaming of the day the independent film I am just about to start shooting makes it up the red carpet of a premiere...
Well, we await your next blog - hope your family don't beat you up when they see their heads aren't in the auntie at the wake scene shot! (I would keep an eye on the 'Lucifer' cousin if I were you...)
Keep up the good work!
Posted by: Katy 'the Brit' | Jul 20, 2004 1:58:18 PM
Hope the premiere went well! You rock!
And get some sleep! But not while your "cousin" is around; keep your eye on him.
Posted by: Barbara | Jul 20, 2004 2:36:44 PM
Zach,
I wanted to say THANK YOU for this film. It was really moving and beautiful, and at the same time a great comedy. It's wonderful.
I was at the screening in Hollywood last night, as well... thanks again for the Q&A session.
Posted by: rick | Jul 20, 2004 2:44:08 PM
Not only am I a F.O.G.S. I'm an E.F.O.A.S. (Embarressed Fan of Ashlee Simpson) I hang my head in shame, while listening to Pieces of Me.
Posted by: Erica | Jul 20, 2004 2:48:31 PM
Hey Zach!
Never has a 2 minute (or thereabouts) trailer moved me in such a way. I've been waiting for this movie to come out for some time. My friend saw it at Sundance and brought me the soundtrack you were handing out. Excellent selection of music I must say. Music is such a huge part of films and with what seems a great story, this film is guaranteed to be a hit.
Maybe you'll answer this. I'll bring 100 of my closest friends to your film if you do. OK, I'll go regardless. If you could play any role as an actor, past or present who would it be?
You possess an incredible talent and I look forward to seeing future work from you.
Best wishes,
Lindsay (one of your many F.O.G.S.)
Posted by: Lindsay | Jul 20, 2004 2:54:03 PM
Mr. Zach,
So this movie promises to be one of the best that I have seen in a long time. I am addicted to the trailer. I annoy the rest of my family by watching it over and over and over and...
Oh man, I want MORE! My thirst for this movie is not going to be satiated by the short, yet intrigueing trailer. In other words, I CAN'T WAIT FOR THIS MOVIE. I'm going to get the entirety of Reno to show up for it. All I can talk about anymore is how excited I am for this film. I ask everyone I see, "Hey, have you heard of Garden State? No? You have to go see it, it will probablly change your life." Oh man, oh man, I am so exstatic!
Congratulations on the film. What a badass you are to have written it, directed it, and starred in it. That is fantastic.
So dude, have fun with the fam. (even the crazy bearded fellow), have fun with the preview, and have fun with the success that is sure to follow.
I look forward to your future work.
Word to your mother.
Posted by: Tate | Jul 20, 2004 3:14:55 PM
you know a movie is going to be great when millions of people are already addicted to the teaser trailer.
i'd write something clever and witty here to make myself stand out, but i'm not very clever or witty.
p.s. let's make babies.
Posted by: ari | Jul 20, 2004 3:25:00 PM
ZZZZzzzzzzzzz . . . . ;-)
Posted by: Ronnie | Jul 20, 2004 3:29:03 PM
holy crap...you featured MY blogring on your site........I feel slightly famous...just slightly. Orgasmic.
P.S. I just started an I <3 Zach Braff blogring....because I just do too much. here:
http://www.xanga.com/groups/group.aspx?id=457416
Posted by: Angela | Jul 20, 2004 3:32:22 PM
Hello Mr. Braff. I don't think like our relationship has progressed to first names yet.
Garden State seems absolutely brilliant, and I do hope it'll reach Dallas. I'm dying to watch it. I loved the scene in the trailer where you were camouflaged. The Postal Service is brilliant.
Is it possible to pee in a bottle? One must have amazing control.
Posted by: Lisa | Jul 20, 2004 3:32:52 PM
This comment has nothing to do with your post, but I hope you don't mind.
I saw the film at SIFF (Seattle International Film Festival) this year, and I just wanted to say how much it meant to me. I had been on prozac for what seemed like an eternity, and I saw the film as I was starting to go off of it. It made me realize how important it is to feel again, and how much life can be worth living.
Thank you Zach, and I hope that the premiere in LA is great.
Posted by: Lisa W. | Jul 20, 2004 3:36:57 PM
Hello again,
Hey, sorry to post again, but I just realizaed that you went to Northwestern! HA! Me too. Vocal Performance and Chemistry double degree and Musical theater certificate. Cool dilly. What's your favorite memory there or place there?
Word to your mother (again).
Posted by: Tate | Jul 20, 2004 3:40:25 PM
Peter Saarsgard is the man. The man, I say! And not in the bad, the-establishment-will-crush-you-sort of way. I mean in the good, look-at-me-I'm-too-good-for-the-establishment sort of way......so yeah. You rock Peter Saarsgard.
Posted by: Patrick | Jul 20, 2004 3:47:39 PM
Nice to see you didn't forget about this...these things usually start off hot and heavy but die down once the novelty wears off (not unlike being married).
Keep it up!
Brandon
Posted by: Brandon Christensen | Jul 20, 2004 3:53:42 PM
I got to see a screening last night in LA and I've been pimping this film out to everyone I know. It's very refreshing to watch a film (not a movie) that actually speaks to a generation of us. "Garden State" shall become the "Graduate" of my generation. Thank you Mr. Braff for making this honest and intimate movie. I am glad to see that the rules of Hollywood are made to be broken and this film is an example of that. Looking forward to seeing where the rest of you career takes you...
-Pistolgrip
Posted by: Tom | Jul 20, 2004 4:08:39 PM
Hey,
So Zach, or should I call you Z-Dawg. Whatever. I would just like to ask, Will Garden State be coming to Edmonton (that's in Alberta,Canada)? I wanted to know because a bunch of my friends have watched the trailer a million times each and every time we listen to The Postal Service (which I'm glad you chose because they rock) or Travis (also rock) we think of that and want to see it. So if it doesn't come to Edmonton, well I won't know what do.
Matt King, rockin' your socks off since I was born.
Posted by: Matt the King | Jul 20, 2004 4:11:48 PM
Zach,
I am extremely curious and excited to see "Garden State" when it finally comes a bit closer to Central PA. I'm about this close [imagine my fingers being pretty damned close together] to taking a day trip to NYC to see if i can snag an early screening. I watched the trailer and hearing The Postal Service over your film added a good amount of anticipation for me. From what i've seen so far, you have phenomenal tallent, and again, I am highly looking forward to seeing your film.
Good work, and thank you for doing what you do so well.
Sorry if my nose is burried up your ass right now, I shall promptly remove it.
Posted by: Bini | Jul 20, 2004 5:31:42 PM
I am probably one of the most lazy people in the world and admit that I'd rather not read every entry to see if this question has been asked already, but where is the movie going to show? I live in Indianapolis and have been visiting the website religiously and it would truly disappoint me if it does not show in my area. Keep me posted, anyone.
Posted by: Ian | Jul 20, 2004 5:48:23 PM
That is quite a bit of scrolling to post a comment : ) How super for you. I was walking down a street in Vegas and saw all these fliers with a familiar picture posted on them, they were fliers for a local show, and I'm going...where do I know that picture from? BAM! It hit me, from all the times I've seen the Garden State trailer. So now of course I have to go see the band that's rad enough to dig this movie none of us have ever seen : ) Have a very grassy day
Posted by: Brittany | Jul 20, 2004 5:48:52 PM
\m/.....I can't get Garden State out of my head:)....Zach, way cool of you to post messsages here:)...can't say it enough...you're brilliant!!
Posted by: Daniela | Jul 20, 2004 6:08:27 PM
Hey Zach. Congrats on the Time magazine article! I was really excited when I saw it. At first I thought it was a review of the movie, but its just an article about you and the movie in general. Really cool. The movie is def generating a lot of buzz. I put a link to the gardenstate website on my aim profile and everyone i have talked to is psyched about the movie.
Posted by: Andy | Jul 20, 2004 7:30:01 PM
wow, i defnitely wish i had this many comments on my journal. i have seen the trailer for the movie about a million times! i just don't get tired of it! it is going to be wonderful i can tell. and i completely understand about the family situation. i'm pretty sure i don't know half of my family, literally.
Posted by: Maggie | Jul 20, 2004 11:02:37 PM
All I can say is, Wow. With a capital 'w'. I had the privilege of seeing Garden State at the Maine International Film Festival on July 14th with a bunch of friends. You made all of us, ages 18 to 22, come out of the theatre either holding in our tears or wiping them away. An amazing film, which affected all of us. My only request is that you write the rest of my life. Thank you...and I wish the best of luck with all your future projects, I hope to see more in the works.
Posted by: Anna Flemke | Jul 21, 2004 12:10:19 AM
I'm so excited for this film. I missed you (Zach) at a Birmingham, MI screening about a month ago. My press source told me about it a day late. I was crushed. As an indie filmmaker with one tiny film under his belt in my career thus far, it's fantastic to see a film like Garden State take of so wonderfully. Your trailers are powerful and moving... I can't wait to see the entire film. Mark my words, Zach. You're gonna hear my name and my films within a few years... I'll shake your hand and thank you for making this film within 2 years. I predict this will fall on my top 5 list alongside another Natalie Portman film: Beautiful Girls.
Congrats, thanks for raising the spotlight on independent cinema. I think it's awesome you post and respond in this blog. You have more respect from us fans and fellow filmmakers than you can ever know.
Gavin Booth,
director "Leaving Town"
gavin@mimeticonline.com
www.mimeticonline.com
Posted by: Gavin Booth | Jul 21, 2004 12:31:25 AM
I'm gonna be on vacation when it opens in LA, I'm gonna catch it when it I get back. Best of luck on the film.
Posted by: MusicFan | Jul 21, 2004 1:01:47 AM
This blog is too funny. Since moving from Canada to London I have searched in vain for Scrubs on the "telly". I guess all those shows about David Beckham and Posh Spice are much more important. *sigh*. Anyhow, if it hadn't been for this site I wouldn't have known about your new movie, and am now looking forward to seeing it when it comes to the UK, which will probably be around 2010.
Thanks for the laughs!
Posted by: Diane | Jul 21, 2004 3:16:33 AM
I had the opportunity to see Garden State last night at the LA premiere. This movie blew me away. It was so well written and acted, it was hands down, my favorite film of the year. Also, I must say, the soundtrack was amazing. Great choice with Zero 7. The song fit perfect with the scene.
Congratulations on making a film that will have people talking long after leaving the theater (positively of course).
Jeannine
Posted by: Girl with an Orange Skirt | Jul 21, 2004 4:48:59 PM
Everyone in Texas (well everyone I know, which is like 8 people, which is significantly less than everyone in Texas, but I digress) is excited about the movie, except it's going to take forever to open DFW area. LAME! Anyway, your blog is entertaining and all 8 of us are psyched.
Posted by: Lauren | Jul 21, 2004 5:12:40 PM
We need the film in Holland. I can't wait.
Thanks for hope. Now i'am not scared to direct my own film. (it's a compliment)
Posted by: Leon Jackson | Jul 22, 2004 4:23:00 AM
I am so unbelievably obsessed with seeing this movie. Every day i just have to watch the trailer online and the clips throughout the site. The website is very creative. I love it. I can't wait until july 28th. Extremly great soundtrack too. This movie is so appealing because it seems so true. So real. I fell in love with it the first time i watched the trailer. Zach, you rock.
Posted by: Samantha G. | Jul 22, 2004 3:56:56 PM
My friends and I cannot wait for it to come out in the People's Republic of Berkeley, CA. The movie sounds terrific and I can't get the teaser trailer song out of my head! Thanks for all the hard work Zach! =)
Posted by: Corey | Jul 23, 2004 11:50:41 AM
In case anyone who has knowledge of making this film reads this page, I'm looking for some advice.
I'm 19 years old, a Music Technology student in the UK and I've got a good film idea. I've written a 9000 word overview (which, granted, negates the word 'overview') and a script is on the way.
How do I, in all seriousness and wanting to be as frank and arrogant as possible, get into a position where I can show a top producer my idea and have him say 'that's excellent, here's a cheque, here's a crew, go make it and bring us lots of money'?
I'm going to LA in a week's time to see some friends. Would that help? Would I be able to walk into the Fox Searchlight building, for instance, and ask for a meeting to pitch? WWZBD? (What Would Zach Braff Do?) Somebody let me know!
Posted by: PeanuT | Jul 24, 2004 5:12:03 PM
I know sport a lovely F.O.G.S. button in my signature on my favorite message board. I'm proud to be a fan.
Posted by: Smo | Jul 25, 2004 7:25:48 PM
Wow... I didn't know this exsisted. This is sweet
Posted by: Katie | Jul 26, 2004 9:55:22 AM
Hey I hope that your movie does really good. I live in PA and I my dad knows your uncle. He was talking to my dad and is like, Yeah my nephew is making this independent film. He's working really hard on it. He said it was called Garden State. He finally said that his nephew is Zach Braff. Your uncle is kind of short and has glasses? My dad talks to him all the time. My dad goes to Simply Turkey for lunch a lot. I think that's the name of his stand in the west shore farmers market. I just found out yesterday. Good luck with your movie and the next season of Scrubs in the fall!
Posted by: Emily | Jul 26, 2004 10:21:54 AM
hey. i have been an admirer of your acting ability for a while and am really excited about garden state. i have been waiting for it's release for almost a year. i catch my breath every time i see the trailer because it looks so beautiful and inspiring. i will be seeing it on weds., the day it is released here in ny. so thanks for making a movie that looks so great, and that i am sure will exceed my expectations. -kelleen-
Posted by: kelleen | Jul 26, 2004 7:50:21 PM
mmm k ZACHARY BRAFF, my disappointment has reached incredibly levels. yeah lets see, heres me a 16 year old fanatic of this movie because of the most inspiring and tearjerking (im an emotional person you must understand)teaser known to my young eyes but whoa wait your denying me the pleasure of watching the movie?!? ok so july 28th right well im sorry i dont live conveniently located to New York or whatever. zachary, im afriad the broken heart of this teenage girl lies in your hands for i lack the patience to wait another month for a movie that i have already been waiting forever for. yeah hope you can deal with such guilt, Mr. Braff
Posted by: Lindsay | Jul 26, 2004 9:06:52 PM
zack dude, i remember i was seeing 'eternal sunshine...' with my girlfriend and the 'frou frou' trailer came on and i almost busted a nut. i am so psyched to see this movie and are telling everyone. to make things worse- i myself (of course, here comes teh cliche) am a aspiring writter and at my best the secens you write- i could never do. my GF saw a scene- the 'oh i've done that one before' and dude- i was so pissed because it was so good. you rule man, we need more of you and less of whoever. and the thing about the dude buying something for his cat- i read that type book and i wasn't smart enough to think that's something funny to put in my writting- that's why you are you. YOU ROCK
Posted by: Matt Solyst | Jul 27, 2004 2:37:33 PM
Heyyy Can't wait til this movie comes to good ol' Buffalo-Very nice work, my whole fam is excited about this one! Here's to more awesome movies-
Posted by: Anne Dinehart | Jul 27, 2004 3:21:50 PM
Zach,
I am producer at a local tv station in New Jersey (Palisades Park)and would be thrilled to have you in for an interview on the Take 10 segment of our Newscast.
BTW - I grew up in Newark, went to Vailsburg HS and Irvington HS, and have many close ties with Maplewood - Worked in Maplewood village, Family and friends live there, dated a girl who lived on Wyoming Ave, and hung out alot at Ralph's luncheonette and the 'bee field.
Get in touch with me and hopefully we could set up a mutual time for an interview.
Thanks very much.
Mark Papianni
Producer TWC
Posted by: Mark | Jul 28, 2004 7:53:57 AM
From all the way in Australia.
Saw you on Letterman, hadn't heard about the movie before that. LOOKS AWESOME.
I sent this link to all my mates, we'll be waiting for it out here.
Seeya
Posted by: Rob Greig | Jul 28, 2004 9:09:08 AM
I like everyone else on here have been highly anticipating the release of your movie. It's so awesome to see your trailer affected people across the country the same way it did me. I live in Orange County, CA and plan on driving up to L.A. to see it in the next couple days. I truly believe this is the start of great things for you. Best of luck to you.
-Mardi
Posted by: Mardi | Jul 28, 2004 10:11:30 AM
Hey Zach,
Just wanted to say that I can't wait to see the movie. I've been lucky enough to work for org's that like to show/premiere your movies (Broken Hearts Club, etc.). The theatre chain I work for starts Garden State today so everybody GET OUT THERE & SEE IT!!!! Keep good stuff in the theatres & that only happens with butts in seats. Love Scrubs & keep it up. Good luck!
Posted by: Rachel | Jul 28, 2004 12:49:05 PM
Oh- never done this sort of thing but I am trying to track down the MUSIC from the movie- I watched the Anatomy of Scene on Sundance and in the scene Natalie Portman's sharacter shares her music.. The Shims..Sims?? where do I find it- did a google & nothing...
I heard the one song and I want it. HELP!.
Different note.. while I'm typing.. haven't seen it yet-- I will, I'm going-promise but, while I'm here... doing this posting notes to you thing... from what I have seen- it appears as though you have done something good- congratulations on being inspired and motivated to do it for yourself- to tell the story that moved your heart and write it, direct it &....
I'm an actor and writer aswell- just moved from NYC to LA- and need some faith-that I can and that there is a way. That this place is not too big- vast and full of..
Thanks for the light. .
Misi
Posted by: Misi Lopez Lecube | Jul 29, 2004 10:33:09 AM
The movie looks insanely good. But I can't see it for a month or so. Therefore, you are a horrible person, Mr. Braff.
Good day.
Posted by: Ben | Jul 29, 2004 11:56:30 PM
Thank you for making this movie...you may have saved my life.
Posted by: Jeremy Earl Mayhew | Jul 30, 2004 8:08:28 AM
this movie is so good--i saw it @ sundance and loved it--can't wait to see it again--being a jersey girl in la and being from south orange...this movie touched me. kudos to zach...and i love the music in the film...can't wait to get the sdtrack.
Posted by: sam | Jul 30, 2004 12:25:01 PM
I'm getting ready to drive out from under the orange curtain and into Los Angeles to go see Garden State. I have been patiently waiting for this movie to come out ever since I first stumbled upon the teaser trailer on Quicktime.com. Zach Braff you are a genuis. I love your work and I know I will adore this movie. The soundtrack is so amazing. I have been telling anybody who will listen about this movie.
Posted by: Taylor | Jul 30, 2004 3:57:02 PM
<3
Posted by: Javan | Aug 2, 2004 2:15:27 AM
I LOVE YOU
Posted by: meraj | Aug 2, 2004 7:40:20 AM
Hey Zach
Saw the movie and just wanted to say i was very moved by it. i have been working on a similar script to Garden State based on my own life. I have suffered from Panic Disorder for the past 22 years, i am now 25, and i have been through a lot of the stuff the character from your movie has gone through. So this movie meant a lot to me because i could relate to it. I hope to one day get a chance to make my movie, probably wont but i can hope right...dan from queens
Posted by: Daniel | Aug 2, 2004 7:48:51 PM
Zach, Im a 16 year old filmmaker and you are a huge inspiration to me, there are not alot of actor directors unless there older like denzel washington,george clooney or tom hanks but your young and I think your gnarly on scrubs and hope to one day work with you.
Posted by: Josh | Aug 3, 2004 4:21:56 PM
F.O.G.S. i love it.
I can't wait to see Garden State. It looks amazing, and Zach Braff, you are amazing. If only it was released to theaters regularly.
Can't wait to see the new season of Scrubs.
I love everything thats been done for the movie - this blog, the awesome interviews and whatnot at the site - actually the site itself is awesome. The blog especially is much appreciated. Although i'm sure you can tell by your 736,578,653 comments. That may be a bit of an exaggeration, but not much.
Anywho, I wish you the best of luck in your future movies, and I hope there are many more.
Keep on Bloggin,
Your devoted fan Jen.
Posted by: niffer | Aug 4, 2004 7:04:34 PM
Zach by the way, (previous post)
I did the PA thing too except East Coast style. It sucks doesn't it? I wish I could get you to answer how you shifted from PA back to acting (i know you did it in your younger days) Like i said earlier (2 posts up) due to restrictions ealry in my life i never had that ability, which i was regret the rest of my life. I feel like I am 25 now and just beyond that point where i can risk the rest of my life to being poor just to follow my dream, but i will continue to write my scripts (yeah i write too) and hope for the best one day. Thanks so much for the movie it was like watching a part of my life too on the screen : )
Posted by: Daniel | Aug 5, 2004 10:18:52 AM
Hey Zach. My wife and I saw the movie this past Tuesday 8\3, it was great as we had expected. We live in the NJ, grew up in East Hanover. We saw the movie in Maplewood since that was the closest place. I am guessing that's where you used to watch movies growing up?
We have been watching you on Scrubs and laughing our asses off from day one. You remind me of a young John Ritter, I heard you do all the physical comedy on the show yourself, you must be in pain an awful lot.
Do you come back to NJ much? We think you are extrememly talented and an inpiration to anyone creative. Good luck with everything, keep up the good work.
Posted by: Deadpoet | Aug 5, 2004 12:45:16 PM
i have been waiting for your movie for months here in austin. thought that it was opening here last weekend, but it didn't. so i think i will open tomorrow here but i can't find out how to get tickets. so i'm gonna have to call my film association peeps. i have been sending the trailers to everyone that i know. and i love the music in the trailers. so i'm thinking that it is not going to be in austin for a while still. and i wonder why it is going to show in Dallas before Austin?, the coolest city in Texas. screw Dallas. i emphasize screw. hey since all the cool people here in austin have to wait so long to see the movie, you should come to the premier here. yes, that is what you should do. i am sad. spanks, amy
Posted by: treefinger | Aug 5, 2004 3:47:16 PM
Zach, you are an inspiration to film students and a testament to the fact that hard work pays off. Waiting for your movie to come out has made my summer internship bearable. I was wondering if you could elaborate on how you have or haven't benefitted from film school and how your education affected the making of Garden State.
On another note, Scrubs Rocks! You should have Kal Penn guest on the show.
Posted by: Abir | Aug 6, 2004 11:49:59 AM
Zach,
Your movie is why I enjoy going to movies!
Bravo!
Adam
Posted by: Adam | Aug 7, 2004 7:59:03 PM
Zach,
I love your movie! As a 'twenty-something' I could definately relate to it. It was refreshing to see such a great movie, one that made me actually feel something other than just numb like I do with most other movies.
Are you planning on coming back to Toronto?
Julia
(Toronto)
Posted by: Julia | Aug 10, 2004 10:19:08 AM
Zach,
I don't know what praise I could give your film that hasn't been said already. What I can say though is you are now part of a what seems to be a continually growing group of young filmmakers that aspiring young filmmakers like myself, or maybe just me, simultaniously love and hate. Love because you have created a brilliant piece of art and cinema that will remain an inspiration to us all from now on, and hate because you have created a brilliant piece of art and cinema that many of us can't ever hope to live up to.
Keep up the good work asshole!
love,
Colin (NJ)
Posted by: Colin | Aug 10, 2004 3:05:16 PM
Soundtrack...no where to be found...it is driving me a bit batty. I have coworkers talking me off the ledge of our building every other hour. Also...movie...not within a 50 mile radius. Why is it that I have the option to see Spiderman 2 on three different screens in the same building but I can not go and see your movie? This is absolutely mind boggling. See ya...I must get back to my ledge.
Posted by: Jennifer...know to some as "the Goob" | Aug 11, 2004 8:04:52 AM
I finally got to see Garden State this weekend, I have been waiting since I saw the first snip about it in like March, and it was everything I had excpected and more...the images were so beautiful...I had not even cared what the movie was about cause I was amazed by the visual aspect of the film, but now I love the story too...masterpiece :)
Posted by: Amy | Aug 11, 2004 8:38:41 AM
i just saw the movie.. i'll pay you the gas money that i spent going to see it (as the theater is only 10 minutes from my house). it was the best movie ever...
i'm seeing it tomorrow. and probably every day that it stays in theaters. it was amazing. haha.
thanks for representing jersey so well. i'm actually proud to be from this state for once in my life. armpit of america? yea f--- that.
take care!
Posted by: Lindsay | Aug 11, 2004 9:36:21 PM
As one of the unfortunate Canadians that have to wait the extra few weeks until it arrives in CAANADA, but jeezus, the trailer looks fabulous. I read a unspleasant review of the movie in The Globe and Mail, but I basically wrote it off as some fuck-head that didn't knwow what he was talking about.
I'm a young film-maker myself, and I really respect the fact that your first feature could be so well done. The world has millions of shitty ones, congrates that yours is one of the ones that isn't.
Your probably busy as shit right now, but if you do ever get a chance to respond to any of these messages, it would be really dope if you could drop me an email or something. But that's cool.
Peace,
max
Posted by: max | Aug 14, 2004 12:27:45 PM
Hello Zach! Your film is just wonderful. The acting.. the stunning cinematography.. and in my humble opinion a superb.. flawless soundtrack. The scene where large is introduced to The Shins gave me the chills—the same chills I got upon my first listen to the shins a couple years ago. They truly did change my life and it's wonderful to see that you like them too and want the world to see how great they are. What a perfect film, honestly perfect. It struck a chord with me and I'm sure it will have the same effect on all who see it (unless they're a lame-ass douche-bag to put it ever-so-mildly ;-)). May countless accolades find their way to you.
Posted by: Leilani | Aug 14, 2004 9:14:34 PM
We finally got GS here in Phoenix and I just had to tell you the same thing that you've been hearing from everyone else. The film was incredible. You really touch on some points about family that hit home with me, and I'm still not quite sure how to describe the emotions that GS invoked in me (other than happiness). It truly is an amazing film Zach. Be VERY proud. You've helped encourage me to go out to LA and try my hand at filmmaking, so I'd just like to say congratulations for helping to create another wannabe writer/director in an already overcrowded market. Good job ;). Thanks again, and keep up the execellent work.
Posted by: Tim | Aug 16, 2004 1:18:39 AM
Well, the Madstone theater in Albuquerque closed over the summer, so I won't be able to see Garden State unless I get across the border probably. This is just great. If I knew that the theater was closing I just would have stayed in KS for another 3 weeks to see the film.
The Century Theaters may pick it up, but only later if Sept/October don't have high quality films.
And what's with this PG-13 business? I just saw Alien Vs. Predator and there were 2 F-bombs, and a lot of killings. . . . no breast though.
Anyway, if anyone wants to sign a petition to get GS into New Mexico, e-mail me.
Posted by: Clay | Aug 16, 2004 1:26:35 AM
hello mr. Braff,
i just wanted to let you know Garden State is amazing. i was completely impressed with charm. very nice shots. very nice music. i loved the story, i relate to it very much. so congradulations. take care of yourself.
Posted by: Richard | Aug 16, 2004 12:24:29 PM
THANKS FOR MAKING THIS MOVIE
ITS REALLY GREAT AND I WISH MOVIES LIKE THIS WOULD GET NOMINATED FOR OSCARS NOT CRAP MOVIES LIKE PIRATES OF THE CARRIBEAN. CAN YOU BELIEVE JOHNNY DEPP GOT A NOD AND PAUL GIAMATTI FROM AMERICAN SPLENDOR DID NOT?
THATS HOLLYWOOD BULLSHIT TO ME. ANYWAYS YOU SHOULD GET ONE FOR WRITING.
Posted by: Robert Villanueva | Aug 16, 2004 1:43:02 PM
Hey Zach,
I am a big fan of your character on Scrubs so the second I heard you were going to write, direct, and star in your own film I knew I was going to enjoy it. I had no idea. I saw it opening day in LA at like two o'clock in the afternoon and immediately after seeing it I started calling everyone in my phone book and got like twelve more people to go see it with me again at eight o'clock the same day. All twelve of them laughed and cried and thanked me for making them come see a movie they never would have seen if I didn't watch Scrubs. Since then I have dragged four other groups of friends to see it including numerous repeat visits among the twelve. Everyone loves your movie, never before has someone captured on film so well, what it is to be alive. The strange combination of tragedy, comedy, anxiety, joy, and uncertainty that fills every moment of a persons life. Most films only cause you to feel one emotion at a time. Garden State makes you feel the full range of human emotion from start to finish. In my opinion there has never been a film made that was more human. Thank you so much. I can't wait to see your next project as well as the next season of Scrubs.
Posted by: ThatFoolDave | Aug 17, 2004 6:34:14 AM
The most satisfying movie I have seen in a long time, or maybe ever! It made the man next to me, and another in front of me cry...which seems noteworthy. You, Natalie Portman, and Peter Sarsgaard have great chemistry! I am already wondering when your next one is coming out!
Posted by: Ali | Aug 17, 2004 6:23:46 PM
Zach,
One word describes this movie: refreshing. Thanks for encapsulating so many of the inexplicable and yet utterly gorgeous moments of life and living.
Best,
Daniela (just another 20 something year old)
Posted by: Distinctly Daniela | Aug 17, 2004 9:35:48 PM
Man i have Manhattan murder mystery and i didnt even recognize you! Im glad to see your a big woody allen fan. i think hes a genius.
i gotta say my favorite W.A.
films are probably
1.manhattan
2.deconstructing harry
3.annie hall
4.shadows and fog
Ilove all his films and im glad to see im not the only one. Have you seen fellinis
8 1/2? if not you got to check out that dvd. i think you'll see alot of similarities between Fellini and Allen. Well anyways i gotta go back to work.
Posted by: Robert Villanueva | Aug 18, 2004 11:02:55 AM
i know i will not get a response to this but i just wanted to thank Zach for writing this script and making this movie. After i saw this movie it inspired me to come out and write my script that i have been wanting to do for so long but found that it was pointless to do until i saw this movie. So thank you for making my life the smallest bit better and i plan on finishing the script before the new year and hopefully into production in the next 2 years thank you again.
Posted by: Chris | Aug 18, 2004 9:02:54 PM
so...saw the movie. it was a day after i wrote to a friend that i was homesick, but knew that the feelings were hopeless because my "home" really no longer exists (or never did for that matter--which is an overwhelmingly frightening thought). it was strange to see the same genuine feelings communicated so honestly on a 30 ft screen only 12 hours later. it softened the fright a bit--to more like an UNDERoverwhelming level. making it just whelming, i guess...ya know...it's deceptively difficult to write something from within this little posting box.
Posted by: david | Aug 18, 2004 11:21:11 PM
as someone with a sense of humor and an appreciation for performing arts, i imagine you've seen A Hard Day's Night. there is a scene in it where the band is at a junket, and they give random responses to reporters' questions. paul keeps saying something like "no, we're just good friends" no matter the question.
(though i must say, john is my favorite)
Posted by: YouDontKnowMe | Aug 19, 2004 1:55:31 AM
Zach,
I saw the movie last night in Toronto. Loved it! Thank you for depicting the hardest times in the most real way. You wrote the characters flawlessly...they weren't larger-than-life (like many movie roles are)...they were simply, life.
It is so nice to feel like people our age, in this time, are now represented properly. The majority of us twentysomethings aren't corporate, aren't thriving, aren't sure. It's nice to know that despite my best efforts, I'm not the only one floundering, trying to make a name for myself and find my niche.
I hope this movie exceeds your expectations and propels you to put more of your creativity out here for us to enjoy.
Thank you.
Erin
Posted by: ErinSings | Aug 19, 2004 6:12:54 AM
Awesome movie ... awesome soundtrack ... keep it up!
Posted by: Jen | Aug 19, 2004 8:14:07 AM
***I have 80 aunts uncles and cousins and 2nd cousins on my moms side. I know how it goes.
I appreciate you quite a bit. ***
Posted by: mae | Aug 19, 2004 11:19:07 AM
Well Zach, I was in another room and heard the Frou Frou song from the trailor. By the time I got to the TV I only caught the title "Garden State". I looked it up in hopes of finding the Frou Frou song and was blown away by the online trailor. See, good trailors make me nervous... they're tricky. Either everything good about the film is in the trailor (which can save you $8.50 if you're psychic) or -rarely- they are a little peep into something you may take with you long after 120 minutes of showtime are up. I went to see Garden State a couple of days ago and figured that even if the film didn't stand up to the unintentionaly high hopes I had for it, I at least was gonna get to see all the interesting folk that an art theatre brings out (I'm pretty sure I saw Billy Zabka in tight jeans, Chuck Taylors and a red blazor - wooohoo - I need to meet some of these people).
Well, happy day! I loved it! I was not disappointed and I'm left with the feeling that I took something special home with me that night (no, not Billy Zabka). Like that feeling you get when everything is a mess and then it rains and after a while the sun comes out and the air is clean... like a fresh start. Thanks Zach, good film.
Posted by: Molly | Aug 19, 2004 12:47:59 PM
I just saw the first showing of this movie in St. Louis. I'd heard so many great things about it that I just dropped everything to go. But nobody really did this movie justice. ZB, you're awesome. I know that I connected with the characters as a 20 something with no real direction and I think you've relaid just how strange and powerful this time of life is -how its more than just a second adolesence. Thank you.
p.s. I kept my stub because I know it'll be worth something one day.
Posted by: Troy | Aug 20, 2004 1:30:31 PM
First off, i enjoy reading your entries. They are very entertaining - kudos. Secondly, i have NEVER gone out to see a movie alone...but now that my sister lives almost 2 hours away, and i am dying to see Garden State, i think i just might make an exception. It's going to be kind of weird though. Hm. Maybe you can come down to Florida and just catch it with me? No? Eh. I tried! Anywho, please continue to blog and be clever. And i will be back soon enough, i'm sure, to praise your ass off for this movie. Do you know how much i love you for using Frou Frou in the first trailer? Which by the way was beautiful. *guh*
Posted by: Gina | Aug 21, 2004 12:25:21 PM
Hey Zach,
This is coming from a movie junkie and a wannabe film director, and I just want to ask you if you really thought of those camera shots by yourself, because they were really awesome. I saw it tonight(the 21st) and it has definately become my favorite movie. You are really talented, and someday I hope to make movies alongside you or even with you! I make movies and act in them as well, so not only do I relate to the story, I relate to you, which is pretty cool. If you read this, that's totally cool, make another movie Zach! You are awesome, don't forget it!
-Allie
P.S. Sorry, that whole thing was really fragmented...and ditzy...
Posted by: Allie | Aug 21, 2004 8:59:03 PM
hey i know that guy. we met and had a 4 hour love affair.. i now have his children. lucifers..children.
-fogs united fund of cheese.
Posted by: chantal | Aug 22, 2004 1:02:12 PM
I saw the movie on Saturday in Omaha and loved it. Well done, and thanks for getting it out to the Midwest. I know the many uncertain twentysomethings in O-town appreciated it, as did I. Any chance you watched a lot of Grosse Point Blank before making this? Its an ongoing debate only you could settle.
All the best.
Peace Out.
Sara
Posted by: Sara | Aug 23, 2004 1:05:47 PM
You film is pure genius. Can we date?
Posted by: June | Aug 23, 2004 7:41:22 PM
This was the most meaningful movie I've seen in years. It struck a deep chord in me. I left the theater with my friend, us both in tears realizing that we had finally found someone who had figured out what we were struggling to discover about our own lives. Zach you are a genious and I'll be waiting on oscar night to hear your name. For now I'll be convincing everyone I know to see it ( it's only playing at two theaters in Ontario, Canada where I live)
Posted by: Amy Hall | Aug 23, 2004 7:47:48 PM
Dear Mr. Braff,
My name is Michael Criscione and I am a physically disabled UC Berkeley film student. I sent you an email through your publicist's office regarding a fan request. I understand that you and your publicist are very busy with the promotion of Garden State as well as your work on Scrubs and, I assume, other new projects. So, that being said, I understand if it takes you awhile to respond to my request, but I am curious if you have received the email. I apologize for posting a non-GS question, but I have seen the film twice now and I loved it. I'm excited to see what you come up with next.
Thanks for your time. I hope to hear from you soon.
Peace and, oh yea, Good Will Towards All,
Michael
Posted by: Michael Criscione | Aug 23, 2004 11:09:05 PM
Touched by the thanks you have given to everyone who has supported your film and by the your continuous postings. I loved the movie and this website. I'm still sitting here wondering when the hell I'm going to get through it all (enjoying every minute though)! Just wanted you to know it made it to Ft. Wayne, Indiana. I saw it Sunday (8/22). Just in case you've never heard of Ft. Wayne, it is where Neil Labute lives... yeah that one, writer/director.
I'm so glad that someone my age was able to give the world this gift with so much wit and honesty.
Wishing you as much fulfillment as success in your very bright future.
p.s. your blurbs were hilarious while waiting for the Behind the Scenes clips to load!
Thanks for all the laughs,
kristy
Posted by: Kristy S. | Aug 24, 2004 7:56:38 PM
Hey Zach,
So, I just saw GS for a second time & it just gets better. No matter someone's age, I think 99% of us have been through (or are currently in it)those feelings of "What am I doing?" Thanks for putting it out there. Great picks on the soundtrack as well. Since I have no shame I thought I'd throw an offer out there. If you need an assistant of any kind (run & get your coffee, type out a new script, feed you grapes, etc.) I'd love to be a sponge & really learn something (along with my other time in the biz)