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February 28, 2005
Spooning an Eagle
Hello friends! Since we last spoke I won a Grammy and an Independent Spirit award. Yes it's true, I am now "Grammy award winning actor Zach Braff." Pretty funny, huh? The spirit awards were very cool. I got to see so many actors and directors I look up to. This is all very new to me, so I'm very star struck by people like Robin Williams. (Who told me he was a big fan of the movie.) I tried sleeping next to the trophy, but it has sharp edges and the eagle's talons began to chafe my belly. The big news this week is that I directed tomorrow night's episode of Scrubs. (It airs Tuesday night on NBC at 9:00 pm pacific.) Please check it out; I'm really proud of how it turned out. Heather Graham is back and the episode's got music by my two favorite new musicians and friends, Cary Brothers and Joshua Radin. Thanks to you all for getting the word out on the charity auction; Nat's wardrobe went for over $3000 and the gas nozzle went for over $1000. It all goes straight to tsunami relief, so it was a great cause. Dynamite song: "Waiting on an Angel" Ben Harper Peace and Love, Zachary Braff D.D.S.
Dynamite joke: Why was Piglet looking in the toilet? He was looking for Pooh.
Dynamite explosive: Dynamite.
Dynamite strategy for tic tac toe: x,x,x
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Comments
hah.. I love silly jokes.. and potty humor is always golden.
congrats on your awards, and, I'll be rushing home from my 3rd job to see scrubs tomorrow! :)
Posted by: jenhappy | Feb 28, 2005 3:15:44 PM
Nice work on the Soundtrack Zach.
Best. Soundtrack. Ever.
-mark
Posted by: mark | Feb 28, 2005 3:15:46 PM
first one yeah
Posted by: mike e | Feb 28, 2005 3:15:54 PM
thank you so much for still updating this blog....it always makes my day! i wish i had a trophy with talons...
Posted by: Lisa | Feb 28, 2005 3:16:12 PM
Pooh.....LOL....I've heard the word pooh today like 20 times, but it never gets old!! Smell ya later!
Posted by: Christine | Feb 28, 2005 3:17:00 PM
i love you!! even my dad, the movie critic that he is, adored your movie. And he actually is a movie critic.
Posted by: e.y. | Feb 28, 2005 3:17:44 PM
sadly, i will miss scrubs because i am USHERING FOR PHANTOM OF THE OPERA WHICH MEANS SEEING IT FOR FREE
score
Posted by: angie | Feb 28, 2005 3:18:49 PM
Well done!!! Congrats on the much deserved awards.
Posted by: Shelbi | Feb 28, 2005 3:21:14 PM
Congrats on all of your recent accolades. You deserve it...much like you deserve the role of Fletch in Kevin Smith's "Fletch Won." He mentioned that you were his personal choice on his website message board. I think you would bring respect and class to Gregory MacDonald's literary character in a way that Chevy Chase couldn't, though he was good in a different non-book Fletch kind of way. Hope it works out somehow.
Posted by: Johnny Jambronski | Feb 28, 2005 3:22:18 PM
I love Robin Williams. The man can not control himself, and that always makes for good TV.
Peace, Zach
Thanks for coming around and talking to us again.
Marty
Posted by: Marty | Feb 28, 2005 3:23:04 PM
Hey Zach,
I haven't posted in a while -was really happy to hear you won that grammy, it was well deserved. I listen to the soundtrack constantly to the point where my roommate knows all the words by osmosis. I keep showing the movie to anyone I can and I pick up new things with each viewing
~Sharon
Posted by: sharon | Feb 28, 2005 3:23:29 PM
I just found your blog a few days ago and I really like it!! good job! hehe. I hope you keep writing in it, cause its fun to read people thoughts and stuff like that. congrats on the awards too.
Posted by: lucy | Feb 28, 2005 3:23:31 PM
Zach - You Rock!! Can't wait for Scrubs tomorrow!
Congrats on all the awards... they are more than deserved.
I'm going to see The Shins in April and I can't wait!
Keep up the good work and take a break!
bear hugs
jaime
Posted by: Jaime | Feb 28, 2005 3:24:20 PM
ZB, so glad u won the grammy for GS; you definitely deserved it.. that soundtrack was kickass!
u should check out Damien Rice and The Devlins when u have time :o)
Posted by: kristie | Feb 28, 2005 3:24:32 PM
Congratulations Zach!!
I'm looking forward to Scrubs tomorrow. It's the funniest show on TV!
:)
Posted by: Ellen | Feb 28, 2005 3:24:56 PM
The soundtrack definately deserved that Grammy. I honestly cannot stop listening to it. Congrats and thanks for such a great compliation of songs, I am also addicted to The Shins, thanks for that as well! :)
Posted by: Lauren | Feb 28, 2005 3:25:50 PM
Congrats on the grammy Zach! I saw a clip of you on the red carpet and you looked mighty fine. Who needs a three piece suit when you've got a sweet hoodie. I'm looking forward to tomorrow's Scrubs...i'm sure it'll kick ass as usual.
Posted by: Candice | Feb 28, 2005 3:26:21 PM
Way to go man, kick ass. Best soundtrack ever made.
Another joke for you. Why were the melons sad? Because they cantaloupe. HaHa
Peace out.
Posted by: Lacey | Feb 28, 2005 3:26:27 PM
Seen it, Love it, Laughed it, Cried it, Scratched it, Sniffed it.. Oh excuse me... You are a very Interesting Creature!!!
~UG~
Posted by: UniqueGirl | Feb 28, 2005 3:27:12 PM
congrats on the grammy, you deserved it!
Posted by: Sarah | Feb 28, 2005 3:27:20 PM
Hello Zachary Braff
Congrats on all the Awards!!!!I just wanted to tell you that I almost peed my pants when JD freaked out cause he said "Slave" infront of his black girlfriend. priceless. love the show love the movie and most of all I love Colin Farrell....That sexy Bitch!cudos for getting him on scrubs.
from camilla in canada Eh
Posted by: Camilla | Feb 28, 2005 3:27:38 PM
Congratulation on the awards!! You definitely deserve all awards you get! I can't wait for the new Scrubs coming out...it sounds awesome since it is directed by you. I've never posted on here so I think i should give you major props for Garden State the movie and soundtrack. The movie was incredibly moving and funny and the soundtrack never gets old! You might just be the next Spielberg! Good luck in the future! Oh and if you've never heard of these bands i'd definitely recommend Muse and Jem.
Posted by: Lauren | Feb 28, 2005 3:27:51 PM
Congrats on your awards. I saw the INdependent Spirit Awards. That story about the bike was cute.
Posted by: Melissa | Feb 28, 2005 3:29:26 PM
aahh!! TYPE FAST!!!
hey man, congratulations on everything...keep it comin'. listen to travis--writing to reach you. and their cover of britney spears' baby one more time is bloody genius. and snow patrol's "run". trust me.
i wish triumph the insult comic dog made fun of you, he's bloody hilarious. it's all out of love, don't worry. he called green day "the less queer blink 182." speaking of green day, listen to "jesus of suburbia." just listen to the whole bloody cd, man, it's brilliant.
good night :þ
Posted by: the title's the hardest part | Feb 28, 2005 3:29:38 PM
yay for you! your awards are very well deserved!
i love your posts, they always make my day, week, month! you rock.
Posted by: taryn | Feb 28, 2005 3:30:18 PM
Oh...my Zachie Darling,
Congrats Lover! I always knew you had it in you....(now, how do I get you in me?)
So. Talons and chafing, huh? Interesting. I'm sure there's some sort of analysis to be done here, but I'm just going to sit here with a big stupid grin on my face and think of you naked with your big ol' trophy......the one you have hanging from your neck (of course!).
Zach's got some BLING!! My brutha! *high five*
Can't wait to see you tomorrow. Better get the TV dusted so my allergies won't bother me when I'm making out with your TV self. You know...some nights you're ALL over the screen. Can't tell you how many times I've ended up kissing someone else! You little rascal!
Sounding desperate am I? Sounding like a big PERV? Must be the hormones...it's instinctual you know....the desire to reproduce with the finest specimen. Is it my fault that YOU ARE THAT SPECIMEN? I know it's not your fault either...Damn that Zeus! ;)
xoxo
Jodi
Posted by: Batgirl | Feb 28, 2005 3:30:23 PM
I heard about the Grammy! The soundtrack DEFINITELY deserved it. It introduced me to The Shins, so it wins at everything.
That joke is so immature it's hilarious. XD If most of the people I know didn't read this, I'd tell it to them, but if I tried, they'd be all, "Wow, you are so lame, I totally read that on Zach's blog!"
Now, I was on my way to Google when I noticed you'd updated. I...can't actually remember what I was supposed to look up. Curses.
Posted by: Glop | Feb 28, 2005 3:30:30 PM
hey zach.
great to hear from you. congrats on your awards.
still working my way up int the acting world and hopefully be in your position some day.
<3 marci.
Posted by: Marci Mathias | Feb 28, 2005 3:31:21 PM
Gosh its nice to have you back! The piglet joke reminds me of the UCB skit where the girl says "and now new pooh-tang, the drink for small yellow bears".
Posted by: amazingk8 | Feb 28, 2005 3:33:10 PM
Congrats on the awards, and know that Million Dollar Baby is no comparison to GS in anyone under 30s eyes. Natalie got ripped off at the oscars, Closer is 'dynamite'.
Here is a song for you to try, Bryan Played Guitar by Chuck Coleman, you can download the MP3 for free on amazon.com,check it out, I am sure you will enjoy.
Oh, and just so it isn't all compliments on here, boourns on the not putting Alexi Murdoch on the soundtrack, Orange Sky is important to the movie, and should have been on the soundtrack. But I guess what do I know... you're the one with the grammy!
Tell your brother Joshua he is funnier than you even though less recognized for it... oops did I say that... ;)
Later
Posted by: Scott | Feb 28, 2005 3:33:43 PM
Hi Zach,
this is my first time posting anything and i just wanted to say that im a huge fan and i love what your doing. i act, and if garden state was the only movie i ever did, i would be soooo happy with that because it was an awesome flick!
best wishes and congrats ont he awards,
Jen
Posted by: Jen | Feb 28, 2005 3:35:16 PM
Hey Zach!
Congrats on both your awards. You deserve it!
Can't wait til tomorrow's episode of scrubs. Your character always cracks me up. Random question...Do you ever listen to Depeche Mode at all? I can't get enough of them.
laters!
Posted by: Rieta | Feb 28, 2005 3:37:33 PM
DDS, OK, do you have some strange fantasy about being a dentist? You long to say phrases like....
I swear it will taste just like grape jelly.
Just lay back, this won't hurt a bit.
Here's a cup you can spit in.
Oh, maybe you have already used these phrases???
Just teasing. Congrats on every thing. Enjoy the ride. :)
Posted by: jenifer | Feb 28, 2005 3:38:18 PM
Congrats on both, Mr. Braff. I just rewatched Garden State the other night and it is still amazing the third time around. I can't wait for whatever comes next from you!
Posted by: sockgirlie | Feb 28, 2005 3:38:18 PM
Congrats on the Emmy & the Independent! Both well deserved. Every time I watch Garden State I'm amazed at the balance you pulled off staring and directing the film. I've directed theatre before and I can't imagine being able to pull off the acting and directing at the same time.
Thanks for updating this blog. I've been reading it since before the film came out and it constantly proves to be a source of information and enterntainment. Oh, and thanks for "keepin' it real." You're an inspiration.
Posted by: K | Feb 28, 2005 3:38:25 PM
Congrats on the wins. This is my first time posting, and I just wanted to tell you that your movie has given me a new outlook on life. I think I learned that it's easy to be depressed and to let people bring you down, but it's much more beneficial to appreciate every little aspect of life and not take things so seriously. Life is so short and we should all worry very little and appreciate a lot! It will all work out in the end. Thanks so much!
Posted by: Kristen | Feb 28, 2005 3:38:53 PM
Hey, Zach. I just want to say that you are one of my favorite actors in the entire world. I am a NC girl heading to LA in the next couple of months to try to pursue my dream of acting. I'm really scared and nervous, and was just wondering do you have any words of wisdom to offer a gal like me? Also, a shot in the dark, but it's been a wish of mine to be on SCRUBS maybe as an extra or some bit part, but to just be there. Is there a way I can do that:)? And, congrats on the Grammy and Independent Spirit awards! You deserve to be recognized for all the goodness you have done!!!! Well, I see you and all that you've done and it gives me hope to try for my dreams and to maybe one day get to experience what you have. Maybe I'll even get to shake hands with you one day! That would be cool:-) Thank-you for just being you!
Posted by: Phoenix | Feb 28, 2005 3:39:37 PM
Dynamite word: awesometastic
Posted by: Mike Ramsdell | Feb 28, 2005 3:40:04 PM
That joke made my day a whole lot better thank you :)
Congrats on the Grammy!! Thats awesome!!
Posted by: Kari | Feb 28, 2005 3:46:11 PM
Mazel Tov on the Grammy.
I made my stand-up debut!
Posted by: Daniel | Feb 28, 2005 3:46:31 PM
Hi Zach - Just wanted to let you know that I'm a 33-year old married woman (probably not in the target demographic) who loved your movie. I have to say that it just really hit that place in my heart that most movies miss by a longshot. The soundtrack is also awesome. I listen to it while I'm cooking dinner. also come to this website way more than I should and read all of your posts. That's so not me!
Jen
Posted by: Jen | Feb 28, 2005 3:46:42 PM
"Grammy award winning actor Zach Braff" makes you sound like one of those actor/singners that are every where these days (see Jenny from the BLOCK etc.) I think you should definetely consider starting a signing carreer. I would buy your CD :)
Time for me to return to my Philosophy Essay!
Congradulations on winning the awards! It's wonderful that you are getting recognition.
-Catherine
Posted by: Skippy/Catherine Von Disko | Feb 28, 2005 3:47:41 PM
congrats for the awards! i will be sure to tune in to scrubs. love that ben harper song as well, though my personal favorite is "forever"
peace, love, and poopy jokes
Posted by: jacque | Feb 28, 2005 3:48:22 PM
Congrats on the Emmy! That is very very cool. Have you heard of the band Rogue Wave? If not, you should definitely check them out. They are friends with the Shins and have a lot in common with them musically. They have one album called Out of the Shadow on Sub Pop.
Posted by: Eric | Feb 28, 2005 3:48:24 PM
Hey Zach
Congrats on everything, it's well deserved. This is only the beginning, enjoy the ride for all of us. Garden State was awesome, Scrubs also awesome; funny, funny stuff. Keep posting. Catch ya next time.
Posted by: Joel | Feb 28, 2005 3:49:35 PM
Zach. This movie is like another form of religion! The soundtrack should be the soundtrack to my new life! I watched the 30 or so minutes of the making of the film and it makes me want to follow my dreams to be a direector!
Keep up the good work, I don't know what I'd do without it!
You should release a CD compelation....randomly. People would buy it, too. I know I would!
Just call it, "Zach." Everyone'll love it, I promise!
Posted by: Erica | Feb 28, 2005 3:50:08 PM
You're listening to Ben Harper? I knew you had excellent taste. You've changed mine quite a bit. In return - if you're ever in Tampa, I know a local band you might like.
Congratulations on the Grammy - you deserved a hell of a lot more than that.
Posted by: christyedna | Feb 28, 2005 3:50:36 PM
Hi Zach:
Ben Harper rules. I saw him in concert a few summers ago and it was a magical experience.
Have a great day!
Peggy
Posted by: Peggy | Feb 28, 2005 3:51:00 PM
Congratulations on the awards Zach you truly deserve them. I bet the Spirit awards were awesome. I'm loving this season of Scrubs and look forward to Tuesday's episode. Keep on updating the blog, much love.
Posted by: Aaron | Feb 28, 2005 3:51:50 PM
Robin Williams has excellent taste!
Your belly-chafing comment made my AIM profile...yes, I'm JUST about that cool...
Hope you're enjoying the ride. :)
Always a fan, §erena B.
Posted by: Serena B | Feb 28, 2005 3:51:51 PM
Dear Zach Braff:
Instead of saying questionably personal things and using casual slang that implies we are friendly-like, I will just say this: you are my hero because of 1) Garden State 2) You told a potty joke that involved Piglet, and 3) A couple weeks ago on Scrubs you wore a big red clock on a string around your neck. Thank you for being amazing, the world needs more white men who aren't afraid to dance around.
Posted by: M | Feb 28, 2005 3:51:52 PM
Hey Zach~ I was so proud when I heard you got the Grammy. I was jumping up and down.
I will definitely check out tomorrow's Scrubs. It's going to be wonderful.
And while we are throwing around song suggestions...have yout ever heard Louis XIV's "God Killed the Queen"? Check them out if you haven't!
Hope your doing well.
always~ Jackie
Posted by: Jackie | Feb 28, 2005 3:52:04 PM
Hahahaha you're joke made me laugh. Just know that. It was cheesy, but it makes people laugh. I can't believe I write in sometimes. I mean, I guess that shows how much your work has impacted me.
Posted by: maddie | Feb 28, 2005 3:52:45 PM
Greeting from The Great Lakes State,
Congrats on the awards, especially the Independent Spirit Award. You had some tough competition.
Another dynamite song: "Saints & Sinners" by Paddy Casey
Dynamite website: www.wwujd.com (i guarentee it'll bring you back to the grand time that was the early 1990s)
Drink plenty of orange juice, we're still in the flu season.
Geoffrey
PS: The lakes aren't really that great. Very good, but not quite great.
Posted by: Geoffrey | Feb 28, 2005 3:52:56 PM
Zach you should totally check out the Sasquatch Festival in Gorge, WA. Judging by the music you seem to like I think you would really enjoy it. May 28. The artists are the Pixies, Modest Mouse, Wilco, Arcade Fire, Kanye West. Just giving you the headsup.
Posted by: A.C. | Feb 28, 2005 3:53:50 PM
Congrats Zach, good job on the Graden State Soundtrack. Garden State is a great movie to watch I enjoyed it!
Posted by: Becky | Feb 28, 2005 3:54:02 PM
your dynamite song is GENIUS. ben harper is probably the coolest guy in the world. uh, i mean, ZACH BRAFF is the coolest guy in the world. haha, no you actually are. i swear.
another dynamite song: "dragostea din tei" by o-zone. just download it. you won't regret it.
Posted by: stefani | Feb 28, 2005 3:54:34 PM
I was hoping you'd post so I could congratulate you on both wins. They're more than deserved.
I thought Heather Graham did an awesome job earlier in the season, so I'm looking forward to tomorrow night even more than usual.
Congrats again!
Posted by: Sara | Feb 28, 2005 3:54:49 PM
can't wait to watch scrubs tomorrow nite
Posted by: ak | Feb 28, 2005 3:55:10 PM
Congrats!!!!!!! You're such a big shot now. :-) Can't wait to see the Scrubs episode. You have been cracking me up lately. The last couple episodes were laugh-out-loud funny. (Well, actually, not so much the whole autism thing & guy dying of cancer-- that's a bit of a downer, but everything else)
Posted by: Alli | Feb 28, 2005 3:55:40 PM
oh thats hott, spooning and eagle, lol. I personally have never ventured that far . . . but congrats anyways, you deserve it.
Matiah
Posted by: Matiah | Feb 28, 2005 3:56:11 PM
Congrats Zach! You deserve it! and yes...sleeping with trophies can be chafffing..Use neosporin. It will be okay.
Deepest apologies that you got snubbed for the oscars. They just can't appreciate fine art ("Who just saw some titties?") Brilliance..
Love,
Ilana Jacqueline!
Posted by: Ilana | Feb 28, 2005 3:56:28 PM
Congrats on the Grammy! I was very excited when I heard about that!
And I'm happy to know that tomorrow's episode of Scrubs is the one that you directed. I've been wondering when that one would air!
Posted by: Sonya | Feb 28, 2005 3:56:38 PM
D.D.S? Doctor of Dentistry or Dynamic Director of Scrubs.
Congrats on your continued success. Looking forward to tomorrow's episode!
Posted by: M. | Feb 28, 2005 3:56:45 PM
you're amazing, congrats on your awards!
Posted by: Rachel | Feb 28, 2005 3:56:52 PM
Congrats on the awards! I can't wait for tomorrow's Scrubs.
Posted by: Amy | Feb 28, 2005 3:57:49 PM
Congrats on the Grammy! I can't wait to watch Scrubs tomorrow ;)
Posted by: Isabella | Feb 28, 2005 3:58:01 PM
Hey Zach!
BIG TIME CONGRATS on your awards, they were well deserved. Your joke is hilarious. :P I can't wait for the show tomorrow. I'm sure it'll be amazing!!! I love you, keep writing!!!
Posted by: Nicole L | Feb 28, 2005 3:58:05 PM
YES! Another directed episode! STOKED!!!
Posted by: Rebecca FFf | Feb 28, 2005 3:58:45 PM
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Zach,
Congrats. on the grammy and the independent spirit award. Awesome, awesome movie [yes, awesome x2]! You are an inspiration to our generation, and especially to myself. Thank you for showing us that dreams can come true.
PS: Wasn't Natalie robbed at the Oscars?! Damn yuo Blanchett! Lol.
Posted by: David Thomas | Feb 28, 2005 3:58:48 PM
You're awesome and you deserved it all :)
Posted by: Gretchen | Feb 28, 2005 3:58:54 PM
Congrats! Looking forward to watching Scrubs tomorrow. Loved last week's "brown bear"
Posted by: amy | Feb 28, 2005 3:59:00 PM
Congrats on the Grammy. As a little girl I had this dream of winnning a Grammy, Oscar, and a Tony. Considering I didn't really want to be an actor or a recording artist it would have been really hard for me to do that.
Anyways, I've got some great music for you if you haven't heard of it already:
Benzos - they're a NYC club band. You can't get their cd yet (it's coming out in April), but I'd check out their website. http://benzosmusic.com
The Music Lovers - an English band that's kind of calm and poppy with hints of 60s themes thrown in. You can get their EP in the states, but the full length you can find here. That's why Amazon is amazing.
And then if you haven't already heard of Doves (etherial pop rock) or The Futureheads (The Clash if they had tried to be a pop rock band), I highly recommend them as well.
Also, I know you're probably starting to get bored with hearing this, but I watched Garden State again this weekend and I was reminded of why it's one of my favorite movies. It also really reminds me of my boyfriend and I, but I guess it's really just the fairy tale situation every man and woman wants to find themselves in. You capture the essence of the human condition really well in your writing. I'm looking foward to your next (no pressure or anything).
Posted by: Lila | Feb 28, 2005 3:59:02 PM
I tried spooning with my trophy once. Bad bruises.
Posted by: Jess | Feb 28, 2005 3:59:28 PM
Hello,
so....doesn't look like many guys reply to your blog, nice. Just wanted to say i just saw GS last night and loved it. Great work. Funny how you get star struck when so many are star struck of you.
-John
Posted by: John | Feb 28, 2005 4:00:09 PM
Hey Zach!
It's good to hear from you again. Congratulations on the Grammy and Independent Spirit Award! You definantly deserve them. The Garden State soundtrack is sooo amazing. And I'll also be watching Scrubs tommorrow! Can't wait.
-Abby
Posted by: Abby | Feb 28, 2005 4:00:23 PM
Watched the Spirit Awards, I truly enjoy your enthusiasm! Absolutely loved Garden State and since this jersey girl married a jersey boy I can relate to many of the scenes, so earthy! I found so much humor in them! Hey, do you miss any jersey foods? I wonder if you can get a good pastrami on rye in LA? lol
Keep up the good work Jersey Boy! { This Mom in NJ}
Posted by: Gail | Feb 28, 2005 4:00:44 PM
I can think of no better person for these two awards to be given to. Besides recognizing the great state of New Jersey (gotta love anyone who does that!), you made a film (and a soundtrack) whose quality has blown me away. Congratulations!
Posted by: Lauren | Feb 28, 2005 4:00:49 PM
I saw you recieve your Spirit award, I was so happy for you. You looked so excited to be up on stage! I'm looking forward to tomorrow night's Scrubs because the name of it is "My Best Laid Plans", and if I'm not mistaken, that comes from the poem "To a Mouse", which I just read in my English class. Now that I know you directed it, I'm even more excited! Congrats on the awards.
Posted by: Sara | Feb 28, 2005 4:01:00 PM
Coolest thing ever (well maybe not ever, but maybe for the day) would be if you made a list of top songs - they have celebrity playlists on iTunes... but not you, but I'd enjoy the hookup
Artist I reccomend: The Profits. Listen to 'Sex at Six' and 'Cloud Nine' if you get the chance - I think you'd like them.
http://www.theprofitsband.com/
Posted by: marne | Feb 28, 2005 4:01:27 PM
To think i kept trying to win tic tac toe with x, o, x no wonder i kept losing. Congrats on the Grammy it truly is a good soundtrack it's the first play list on my mp3 player. Potty humor is always great.
Posted by: Michelle | Feb 28, 2005 4:02:11 PM
You rock planets, Zach.
<3
Posted by: Alexandra | Feb 28, 2005 4:02:37 PM
I saw the IFC awards i was so happy you won for that. you got some serious shoes to fill now sucka! that's so awesome! :) congrats! to this day i am still turning people on to garden state. while im amazed people still haven't seen it i have yet to run across anyone who is disappointed after watching. :)
Posted by: kelly | Feb 28, 2005 4:02:48 PM
Man, "Spooning an Eagle" would be a great band name.
Posted by: Carolyn | Feb 28, 2005 4:02:55 PM
I am so glad the auctions went so well! And congrats on the 2 awards! I have always wanted to win a Grammy...I am sure it is one of the reasons I am studying Music Merchandising (a mixture of music classes and business classes) at college. It is all preparing me for a career in music and some day my very own Grammy. Well, just wanted to say how happy I am for you and I wish you only the best!...Oh, and I will definitely be watching Scrubs tomorrow!
Posted by: Danielle | Feb 28, 2005 4:04:26 PM
hey mr. braff,
this might be lost in the throngs (i love saying that word) of all the comments you get but congratulations on your awards. garden state is an awesome movie and i actually did a blog post relating to some quotes from the movie a few weeks ago.
anyway, looking forward to new updates. funny though that i just found out about this site just today, as i was perusing sites to where i could start a new blog site and now i'm commenting. i don't do it on the first date so to speak. and considering you're a dude. =)
good luck.
Posted by: Ronnie | Feb 28, 2005 4:04:49 PM
Congrats, man, you really deserve it. :) And I can't wait to see Scrubs. I get home from work tomorrow just in time to see but just in case something prevents me from making it to the TV I'm already DVRing it.
And I loooooove Cary Brothers, I can't wait! I swear, we have the exact same taste in music, dude...
Posted by: Natacia | Feb 28, 2005 4:05:02 PM
Congrats!
And I call dins on the spooning an eagle band name.
Coming soon to a venue near you, with special guests.
Posted by: Kelsey | Feb 28, 2005 4:05:16 PM
Hey Zach!
Congrats on your awards, you deserve them! I look foward to Scrubs every week, so I'll definately be tuned in for your episode tomorrow night! :) Keep the funny coming.
Posted by: Allison | Feb 28, 2005 4:06:39 PM
The Grammy is well deserved. As to "Spooning the Eagle" I think it's ok...as long as you don't get caught.
Here's well wishes for a happy March.
Posted by: Emily | Feb 28, 2005 4:06:51 PM
Congrats mate.
How much of a trip must this be for you! thousands of people writing to you telling you how much they like you and your work.. Must be pretty comforting.
I really appreciated you introducing me to some choice new artists like joshua and cary. I had them shipped out a while ago. Some mighty fine triangle playing..
If you're not already on the float you should jump onto Doves from GB and some rad Aussie bands like The Avalanches, Silverchair, The Beautiful Girls, Evermore and if you're into Blues and Roots, you HAVE to get your grubbies on some John Butler Trio..
You'll thank me.. maybe.
Later Gator.
Posted by: Hamish | Feb 28, 2005 4:07:09 PM
good job!
Posted by: mike | Feb 28, 2005 4:08:26 PM
Zach!!!
Congrats again! NM
Posted by: Nikki | Feb 28, 2005 4:08:51 PM
Zach--
So here I was about to post something about the awesome awesomeness of your Grammy win (which I, alas, missed), but I just read about Thievery Corporation's Pam Bricker committing suicide and it sort of, you know. Seemed like a rather cruel fucking irony. Was wondering if you'd heard anything.
Because that sucks.
Posted by: Charlotte | Feb 28, 2005 4:09:27 PM
Congrats on the awards my friend!
Joshua Radin kicks ass.. I cant stop playing his CD. I got all the people in my hallway of my apartment to start listening to him.
Posted by: Ashley Marie | Feb 28, 2005 4:09:30 PM
rawk on zach :)
Posted by: lindsay | Feb 28, 2005 4:09:35 PM
I'm definitely going to check the Scrubs episode. I just recently started watching it, and I have it so it is SO awesome. I am now obsessed, I still have to decide if it's good or bad.. but I'm going to go with good right now.
And damnit, I wish I had had $1,000. And congrats on the grammy and the Independent Spirit award!
Posted by: Maria | Feb 28, 2005 4:10:34 PM
zach you are awesome
i wish i could be more like jd.
I already am a little like him as in i love Sanford and Son and the other shows he talks about.
But i think Scrubs is actually going to get me to finally start doing something with my life like going to college.
Anyway not to bore you but the only band ive been able to listen to for awhile is Bright Eyes. Conor Oberst is just amazing. The songs are as if i would write them if i could. You should check them out if you havent. Also And You Will Know By The Trail Of Dead and Razorlight are pretty good with their new albums.
Hope to read more of your thoughts and comments
Peace ZB
Posted by: Kevin | Feb 28, 2005 4:10:50 PM
Hi Ho Zach!
Yay an episode of Scrubs created with your flawless handiwork! ^_^ I promise I'll tape it and watch it 9 bajillion times in a row. How is "the last kiss" coming along? What is the premis for it? I'm dying to know! lol heres a funny joke that was floating around work the other day:
What do you call cheese thats not yours?
Nacho Cheese
ya its cheesy but hey that's the point ^_~ An awsome song for you to listen to is by Bond called Explosive Remix.
Anywho I'm off to capture the Cadbury bunny so that I can get endless chocolate eggs for easter ^_~ If I'm successful I'll send a bunch over your way.
Posted by: Janessa | Feb 28, 2005 4:11:38 PM
congrats on all the success. i watched the Indie Spirit Awards, i cheered really loudly when you won. its silly, but i tend to do that. you're a great filmmaker for our generation.
<3 the soundtrack. i got me to like the Shins.
if you haven't, check out Damien Rice, Rilo Kiley and Interpol. great music, i know you'd appreciate it.
thanks for a great movie. a girl from miami who needed a film like yours, who soon will be headed to college.
much <33
- Ana
P.S: scrubs is fucking hilarious, the best show on NBC!
my friend didn't appreaciate the Piglet joke ::makes me sad::
Posted by: Ana | Feb 28, 2005 4:11:51 PM
Okay, what I meant to say was 'and I have to say it is SO awesome.' That's what happens when you don't re-read this before posting. Gah!
Posted by: Maria | Feb 28, 2005 4:12:52 PM
Dear Zach,
I love you.
-Rachel
(Heheh.)
Posted by: Rachel | Feb 28, 2005 4:13:24 PM
Ohhh Zach. *swoons*
You never fail to win my heart. I watched Garden State again last night, for about the zillionth time. I think it's safe to say that movie has changed my life. You are one of the funniest, most talented, good-looking men out there. Props to being awesome on Scrubs as well. I absolutely LOVE your taste in music (from what i've heard so far). You're amazing. Keep it coming.
Love and Cocoa Butter,
Lauren Hypatia.
(my middle name is probably cooler than yours, but you got to be in the same room as Natalie Portman...so you win)
Posted by: Lauren | Feb 28, 2005 4:14:00 PM
DDS? Since when did you go to dental school? Hehe.
Congrats, and I'm looking forward to seeing yet another lovely directorial work from you on Scrubs tomorrow! ^-^
~R
Posted by: Rika | Feb 28, 2005 4:14:33 PM
congrats on the grammy. i will look forward to scrubs tomorrow night.
Posted by: Devon | Feb 28, 2005 4:14:41 PM
Congratulations on the Grammy! You definitely deserved it.
I'll definitely be watching Scrubs, although I in theory should be doing work. I am Julia, procrastination queen.
That joke is a winner. I think I should tell it at parties. ... But before that, I should work on getting invited to parties.
Ben Harper.. ♥
You and your amazing tic tac toe skills are way too much for me.
Posted by: Julia | Feb 28, 2005 4:14:58 PM
haiku for 02/28/05 (last day of february)
congratulations
on your grammy award, you
deserved it greatly.
Posted by: Catherine | Feb 28, 2005 4:15:21 PM
You get a lot of interesting comments....
"Garden State" has meant a lot to me personally - the attention is much deserved. In fact, it deserves much MORE attention. Congratulations on all the awards.
And thanks for having great taste in music.
Posted by: stina | Feb 28, 2005 4:15:37 PM
congrats on the grammy... I can't wait for scrubs tomorrow... oh yeah, what's up with ABC's scrub like show?! I saw the previews and I was like, YOU'RE NOT ZACH BRAFF AND SRUBS AND YOU NEVER WILL BE! Keep it real.
Posted by: Aimee | Feb 28, 2005 4:16:31 PM
Congratulations Zach on the awards! You definately deserve them!
-Steffani
Posted by: Steffani | Feb 28, 2005 4:16:53 PM
LOVE the joke. Cracked me up.
Hey, we're really getting into the swing of routinely watching Scrubs. I lamented to my husband that it's not an hour long, but almost instantly came to the conclusion that it's probably next to impossible to maintain a sitcom for an hour long per episode. (Just wanna see more of your cute face!)
And now, I'm feeling a tad dorkish...
Posted by: AvivahG | Feb 28, 2005 4:17:13 PM
edit: and the spirit award...
Posted by: aimee | Feb 28, 2005 4:17:34 PM
this is my second time here. i realized what i typed before may have came off a little cold and im sorry if anyone was affended. Anyways i want to say hi, hows it going? hope you get enough sleep zach. i doubt your fans will hate you for sleeping. i would'nt. see if i dont get enough sleep i get these massive headaches and end up taking unnecessary drugs to get rid of a problem that could be solved with sleep. so take a load off. oh and that joke was pretty good. heres one for animal lovers:
How do you know when it's raining cats and dogs?- When you step in a poodle.
Well i thought it was cute. i geuss i will go. You should get some sleep. you're giving me a headache.
watching you soon.
Posted by: ladyklee | Feb 28, 2005 4:20:40 PM
Congratulations on the awards! Especially on the Independent Spirit Award, which is much more relevant and cool than those other movie awards. It's nice to see your talent being recognized. And even better that your growing success hasn't pulled you away from your fans, or diminished your appreciation and support of good music.
Recommended: Damien Rice, Flogging Molly, The Dresden Dolls, Regina Spektor, Alexi Murdoch, Grant Lee Buffalo, The Lucksmiths, Shivaree, Mirah, and Amy Correia.
Oh, and Chet Baker, Nina Simone, and Billie Holiday. They never go out of style.
Posted by: Victoria | Feb 28, 2005 4:21:23 PM
woohoo i am in the first 200 comments...and thats all i have to say because i am just trying to get a early comment in. =-)
Posted by: christi gibbard | Feb 28, 2005 4:22:07 PM
I just gotta get on here and be up at the top. I love you Zach
Posted by: Beautiful | Feb 28, 2005 4:22:58 PM
I love that you love Ben Harper.
I love that you signed your name "Zach Braff, D.D.S."
Congratulations on the Grammy, you totally deserved it.
Posted by: DianaKathleen | Feb 28, 2005 4:24:20 PM
Ben Harper, yum. An episode of Scrubs directed by you, yum. Belly chafing, not so yum.
Posted by: claire | Feb 28, 2005 4:24:24 PM
I loved how you were wearing tennis shoes with your suit at the Indie Spirits, that's how all award shows should be. Can't wait to see Scrubs tomarrow! Take Care
P.S. It's so cute, all the different ways you end your entries.
Posted by: Ashley | Feb 28, 2005 4:24:45 PM
Why did the tissue get up to dance?
Because someone put a little boogie in it.
Posted by: kaycie | Feb 28, 2005 4:27:04 PM
Hi Zach. I've been watching Scrubs since day one, and of course I'm a big fan of Garden State! too grew up in New Jersey - Tenafly, Bergen County, and was born in Patterson on April 8th, 1975 - only 2 short days after you!
I used the song "New Slang" in a "short" I made from my digital camera back when the album was first released - it's such a beautiful song! Keep up the amazing work - I will always tune in for whatever you do!
Posted by: Reilly | Feb 28, 2005 4:27:15 PM
Congratulations on your award! Awsome stuff!
Marisa
Posted by: Marisa | Feb 28, 2005 4:27:16 PM
I'm sure I'm not the only one who was extremely disappointed Garden State was not nominated for anything, Oscar-wise. It certainly deserved it.
Congrats on the awards and tomorrow's episode! Too bad I'll be flying somewhere over the midwest and will be unable to see it. I shall beg everyone I know to Tivo it for me, whether they own a Tivo or not.
Peace, love and squeaky toys from me and all the humpback whales here in Hawaii,
-Noelle
PS- If you post the measurements of the Grammy, I would be happy to sew you a cozy for it to make snuggling less dangerous.
Posted by: Noelle | Feb 28, 2005 4:27:54 PM
Zach,
I was so excited that you won the Grammy! I swear it's the greatest soundtrack EVER! Seriously, people I know who haven't even seen the movie heard about it and went out and bought it. Most soundtracks have a few great songs and the rest are just okay...but this one has 13 amazing songs! I appreciate all your hard work and dedication.
I can't wait for tomorrows episode of Scrubs. Tues night has become one of the best nights for TV.
Awesome job and congrats again!
Posted by: Amy | Feb 28, 2005 4:28:38 PM
Congratulations Zach on your much deserved awards.
Posted by: Andy | Feb 28, 2005 4:28:39 PM
Man, I love you. Congrats on all awards. You definitely deserved it. I can't wait to see/hear you in Chicken Little.
GREAT picture in Vanity Fair by the way.
Posted by: Kiara | Feb 28, 2005 4:28:39 PM
that is so awesome! congrats!
and don't worry, i will be watching scrubs. if i don't get my weekly zach braff injection i get a little ansy. at least i have my gs dvd to help me out when i do miss it.
i'm high on braff!
Posted by: Kayleigh | Feb 28, 2005 4:29:02 PM
Waiting on an Angel is a great song! Ben Harper is just awesome, though.
Posted by: Linds | Feb 28, 2005 4:29:58 PM
you're talented and wonderful and i'm glad you have some awards to show it. your entries always make me laugh. i'd send you some girl scout cookies if i knew where to send them. you're just that cool.
love and thin mints,
jessica
Posted by: jessica | Feb 28, 2005 4:30:18 PM
you totally got snubbed at the oscars. i mean it's good eternal sunshine won best original screenplay and all, but you should've been at least nominated for that. (or were you?)
Posted by: nathew | Feb 28, 2005 4:31:39 PM
wait, though, i'm REALLY confused. maybe i'm going to sound stupid BUT i watched the grammys and WAITED and WAITED just to see GS win and I never even saw the category!
Posted by: stacey | Feb 28, 2005 4:31:57 PM
congratulations! cant wait for the scrubs ep that u directed
Posted by: lo jack | Feb 28, 2005 4:32:48 PM
Hey Zach...just reading through the comments and came across one from 'M'...and it got me thinking. Are you insulted by people (mostly me) "saying questionably personal things and using casual slang that implies we are friendly-like"? Just wondering.
I thought we (the fans) were here to show you the love. Never been any gripes before. Maybe the fella that said that is just jealous that he doesn't have you on the brain like everyone else here. It's hard to admit that we don't "know" you when you're hanging out in our thoughts day in and day out.
AnyWhoo...Let me know what's appropriate so I don't send you running, okay? Friend?
xoxo
Jodi
Posted by: Batgirl | Feb 28, 2005 4:33:11 PM
Congrats again on everything Zach :) Wanna hear a joke?
So this guy named Tron was running for president and his campaign slogan was "Electron!"
Did that make you smile?
Have a great day Zach.
Posted by: sneha | Feb 28, 2005 4:33:22 PM
Hey Zach! Congrats on everything! I was ecstatic when I heard the news. I look forward to watching Scrubs as well.
I just got my wisdom teeth out. I only got the bottom two removed, so my face is shaped like a box. I was thinking SpongeBob Squarepants would totally go for me if he wasn't gay... Because sponges can be gay apparently.
Take care!
Posted by: Sandi | Feb 28, 2005 4:33:54 PM
Okay, so congrats again on BOTH awards. That's truly amazing that Robin Williams would say something like that. I really look up to him as well.
Yey! You directed Scrubs again!!! I must NOT miss this one (though I haven't missed one this season). I think that the only way I would miss an ep is if I died (god forbid).
I found a band that I thought you might want to check out. They're an Indie band, and their name is "the Redwalls." They're really good, and they might be your "scene."
Well, I must go because I seem to be babbling just a teeny bit.
And back at you with the Pooh. (that sounded way better in my head)
Posted by: Anja | Feb 28, 2005 4:38:16 PM
Last night I had a dream that I was long-lost soulmates with Zach Braff. I woke up, blurry-eyed and confused, thinking "No one will ever believe me that I know Zach Braff! They'll never believe me!!!" After a few minutes of rubbing my eyes and pulling my hair out of my face, I realized, "Shit. I don't know Zach Braff."
It was horrible.
It's like in 6th grade when I woke up from a dream where I was dating Johnathan Taylor Thomas.
Crushing disappointment.
PS: I would second the above recommendation to check out Damien Rice and Mirah, but also Belle & Sebastian, All-Time Quarterback, Elliott Smith(duh), Interpol, Jets to Brazil, Little Champions, etc. etc.. And of course, pay special attention to Radiohead and even more to my favorite boy, Bob Dylan.
And now I wonder if after going through my iPod to write that...does Zach Braff actually read this?
If so,
Wanna be soulmates?
Posted by: Elizabeth | Feb 28, 2005 4:38:58 PM
you're talented and wonderful and i'm glad you have some awards to show it. your entries always make me laugh. i'd send you some girl scout cookies if i knew where to send them. you're just that cool.
love and thin mints,
jessica
Posted by: jessica | Feb 28, 2005 4:39:25 PM
you the man homie
Posted by: Clark Gable | Feb 28, 2005 4:39:37 PM
it's kinda strange that you can be so proud of someone you've never even met.... i dunno i'm wierd like that. anywoo congratz zach..please keep making great movies and soundtracks... i cant seem to get enough :D
Posted by: Melissa | Feb 28, 2005 4:40:55 PM
This weekend I was rooming with some people who I had never met before in my life, and at first it was kind of awkward. Prolonged silences while we tried to think of the next conversation started and all that. Then one of the girls started going on about how the pillow on the bed reminded her of a hot dog hat, and someone blurted out that thing Sam says about "You're so freaked out right now. You're like totally freaked out." And I was like, hey, Garden State. After that things weren't so awkward. Practically everyone I know loves your movie, or at least the soundtrack. Which sounds eeriely like quite a few of the mixtapes I've made over the years. I like it. I think I'd like you, as well. If I had never heard of you and met you at a party or some other such social gathering, I have a feeling we'd hit it off and become great friends. Thank you for your movie. I don't know if you've ever read The Fountainhead, (you should) but your movie is the type of things that give people the "courage to face a lifetime." That's never a bad thing. Good luck with real life. Oh, and around 10 pm EST on April 15th, this Jersey girl will be at her prom at the Cherry Hill Hilton dancing to Such Great Heights. Which I will have requested. Even though I'll be dancing with my ever charming and wonderful date Steve, for at least a second or so I'll think of you. That's pretty cool. So here's to that.
Great songs:
Far, far away - Wilco
Cathedrals - Jump Little Children
Jamie - Weezer
Picture in a Frame - Tom Waits
Posted by: Mary | Feb 28, 2005 4:41:33 PM
Hey hey, this has nothing to do with most of everything here but whomever asked about pastrami in L.A. needs to be directed to Langer's on S. Alvarado right now. Seriously. I am drooling right now thinking of it. No idea if you even eat meat Zach but if you do, the number 19 is a fucking delish sandwich. And if you want to send one up here to me in Oakland, I would have absolutely no problem with that.
And uh...oh yeah, congrats on Grammy and Scrubs and all the other things that are probably more important than meat in your life.
Music recommendation (just because every single person seems to put this in and hell, I work at a record label...): Ted Leo and the Pharmacists!
lots of love and xs and os,
ali p.
Posted by: alicia p. | Feb 28, 2005 4:41:49 PM
zach....you're awesome. you had to have known you were going to win that grammy though, fo sho! my g-state obsession has now grown into a mild scrubs infatuation. dang it zach! im excited for tomorrow's eipsode....can't wait. please just direct everything else thats ever made....ok?
Posted by: lindsey | Feb 28, 2005 4:42:20 PM
Congrats on both awards! Well deserved, and I wouldn't be surprised if there's more to come in the future either. Definitely going to make sure I'm home in time to see Scrubs tomorrow. Congrats again! :-)
Posted by: Sammi | Feb 28, 2005 4:42:38 PM
Congrats on your successes! Thanks for Garden State again because it has opened my eye to so many more movies. Keep up the good work and I'm looking forward to your next big thing!
Hot Chocolate and snowballs to you! Massachusetts is due for a wicked snowstorm so that's what I'm thinkin' about :)
Posted by: Jillian w/ a G | Feb 28, 2005 4:44:59 PM
you're my god, you know.
Posted by: Tim | Feb 28, 2005 4:45:54 PM
Hey Zach. I saw that you won a grammy, and I was real happy about that. But your best awards show moment this year was at the SAG awards. I can't even remember who the actress was that won (Teri Hatcher maybe?), but when she was hugging everyone and you got up with open arms I felt like it was something right out of Scrubs.
Posted by: Andy | Feb 28, 2005 4:46:09 PM
Everyone I've told to seen Garden State absolutely loves it (even my totally sheltered roomie who doesn't swear or watch TV). I still watch at least part of it about once a week. Keep winning those awards and maybe then they can all stay on your bed like stuffed animals.
PEACE!
Rachel K.
Posted by: Rachel K. | Feb 28, 2005 4:49:06 PM
yea for the spirit award!!
what did the fish say when he ran into a wall?
dam.
Posted by: maeby | Feb 28, 2005 4:50:40 PM
i am the unofficial spokesman for garden state. i work at a video store, and GS is the frist suggestion i offer. then second is "the United States of Leland." have you seen it? it blew my mind. anyway, bravo mr. braff
Posted by: samantha | Feb 28, 2005 4:50:50 PM
Zach, you turned me into a geeky fan girl that doesn't know how to speak properly when I saw you after the Spirit Awards. (I was the girl that said something about this blog, if you remember.) Anyway, congratulations on winning those awards!
Posted by: Rachel | Feb 28, 2005 4:51:57 PM
Congratulations, twice! You are brilliant and deserve all the awards and then some. I can't wait for tomorrow's episode.
Posted by: Olivia | Feb 28, 2005 4:52:24 PM
congrats again on all your success! hey you ever rub the grammy in cary's and josh's faces? haha j/k it's cruel i know, but you must admit its a LITTLE funny =P
Posted by: Diana | Feb 28, 2005 4:52:41 PM
Congratulations on the awards, Zach! My girlfriend and I both got all excited for you and clapped in our home when you were announced as the winner at the Spirit Awards because we are so proud. Also, we are dorks.
Garden State is well deserving of both; the film was just magnificent and the soundtrack has not left my iPod playlist since I got it.
Posted by: Steven | Feb 28, 2005 4:53:09 PM
Congratulations on your awards. I actually got into a fight with a friend the other day, defending Garden State. He said it sucked, and I said he was a fool without a heart for thinking so. Then I used my favourite argument that I always use when arguing with people about film: "I'm a film scholar, I know much more about movies than you do. Therefor I am right and you are wrong". It kind of worked. :)
Anyways. Greetings from Sweden (God that sounds corny) and take care.
Posted by: Pernilla | Feb 28, 2005 4:54:48 PM
CONGRATS.
Dynamite person: Napoleon Dynamite.
Posted by: Jenna | Feb 28, 2005 4:57:51 PM
Hey Zach.
That's so great you won a grammy! You deserve it so much, I love that soundtrack, like ridculous. A perfect soundtrack for a perfect movie :) And, good job on the spirit award too!!! That's very awesome.
I'm proud of you, honestly.
Posted by: Ella | Feb 28, 2005 5:01:02 PM
tahahah that is a dynamite strategy, genius. CONGRATS ON THE GRAMMY WIN! You deserve it.
Can I send you my short film when it's finished? You can hire me. For free. I promise we'll get along.
Posted by: Shelby | Feb 28, 2005 5:01:50 PM
Zachary Braff, that is not the kind of joke we tell when we're outside the bathroom. Oh, wait, I'm not work--nevermind. Tell away. (And I'll probably be telling it to a couple of little muffins tomorrow, who will think it's the funniest thing they've ever heard.) Congratulations on your awards. You deserve them.
Posted by: Mary | Feb 28, 2005 5:04:08 PM
Hey Zach! I wanted to say congrats on your award. I was so happy to see you get it because I think it was well over due! Oh, by the way, I, too have a copy of the soundtrack and love it! :)
Posted by: Falky (its a nickname) | Feb 28, 2005 5:04:09 PM
Watched the Independent Spirit Awards and was excited to see you win. Congrats.
I'm going to go out on a limb and reinforce the Damien Rice recommendation, but knowing a little of your perfect music taste you have probably heard of him already.
I have a joke about squirrels and nuts...but you probably know where that is going.
Keep it real.
Posted by: Patti | Feb 28, 2005 5:04:44 PM
A friend of mine and I were discussing the idea that the Academy Awards needs a new catagory, "Best New Director," and then that you would have been nominated and would have won, too. ...For Garden State. You know?
Posted by: Kyle | Feb 28, 2005 5:04:55 PM
Heyyyy! Congrats on the awards. I found out about the Independent award the other day and I was so excited to see you won. Well deserved. I'm finally gonna be able to Scrubs tomorrow. I've missed the past two weeks because I've been too busy to watch TV (it's a bummer). If you like Ben Harper you'd definitely like Jack Johnson (new CD out March 1!!), he's fucking awesome. Here's a good joke for you:
How many ADHD kids does it take to screw in a light bulb?
Let's ride bikes!!
Anyways, take care!
--Caroline
Posted by: Caroline | Feb 28, 2005 5:05:10 PM
Thank you soooo much for mentioning Ben Harper! He is incredible and if you ever get the chance to see him live (if you haven't already) he and the Innocent Criminals are fabulous! Congrats on the well deserved awards!!!!
Everything you do is brilliant, even your blog writing.
Krissy :)
Posted by: Krissy | Feb 28, 2005 5:06:54 PM
Hey! Congrats on the win!I got my dad to watch Garden State and he loved it. Cool beans eh? I allways thought that that was such a wierd saying,cool beans...yes and when I said eh it does meen that I am Canadian (just don't make fun of my eh-ness...lol my friend made that up)! Scrus was awsome on Tuesday, high five (or cool fist thingy, what ever flots you boat...another wierd saying)Well I would love to stay and chat but frankly (even though my name is Kate so Kately then)I have a very big project that I have left to last minute...
eat your veggies
Kate
Ps- come to Canada
Pps- have you hearrd of the band Hot hot heat?
Posted by: Kate | Feb 28, 2005 5:07:57 PM
best gift: i bought the garden state dvd, took out the cover and its white on the inside. wrote the b-day card right on the back of your face! what do you think of that?
Posted by: sam | Feb 28, 2005 5:08:48 PM
You always plug new artists and so far, you have a great track record....THANKS! Have you heard of the Chassidic reggae artist- Matisyahu? You should check out his debut CD, Shake off the dust....arise.
Here's a clip of him on Jimmy Kimmel Live http://www.abum.com/?show_media=3522&file_type=Movies
Posted by: Rachel | Feb 28, 2005 5:10:13 PM
Congratulations are in order! All of your hard work has finally paid off, in such a tough town. Enjoy the moment and its many accolades. Take pictures. You should set up your own indy film/music production company while the tide is high. Cheers to giving your mates a nod as well. You seem like a genuine guy, but who knows what happens when you're left alone in a darkened broom closet.
Posted by: Jennnnnifer | Feb 28, 2005 5:10:33 PM
Congrats for the awards -- you deserve them.
"Scrubs" is what keeps me going -- I always feel a little more enlightened and ready for life after I watch an episode. Thanks for that. :P
Looking forward to your episode!
Posted by: Melanie | Feb 28, 2005 5:10:56 PM
wow I cant belive I spelled Scrubs wrong...I am soo embrased
woot for bad spelling!
Posted by: Kate | Feb 28, 2005 5:10:58 PM
And again, your posts brighten up my day to the extreme. Thank you for being amazing.
Posted by: The Ren | Feb 28, 2005 5:11:52 PM
Heh. It's amusing that you can never write or perform any music, and still win a Grammy. Rock on dude.
Posted by: Regan | Feb 28, 2005 5:16:45 PM
haha your posts are amazing.. make me laugh every time. congrats on the awards and all.. you deserve them.
in case you're looking for any new music... http://www.asfastasmusic.com
check it out. there should be a new (national) cd out this spring.. it's bound to be phenomenal :-)
Posted by: Sophi Presgraves | Feb 28, 2005 5:16:48 PM
You're too cool. Congrats. I loved the episode of Scrubs w/Clay Aiken - hilarious. Loved you in last week's ep when Turk and Carla elude to their marital troubles and you smiled because you were telling jokes, but then looked away because it was sad that they are having troubles. It was perfect. I can't wait to see what you have for us next.
Posted by: Jenna-Marie | Feb 28, 2005 5:20:29 PM
ZACH, you da' man.
i was going to paste a picture of 2 people high-fivin', but i don't think this browser plays nice with HTMLZ. oh eff!
KEEP BEING AWESOME, PLEASE.
Posted by: eh, you can't win 'emILY all. | Feb 28, 2005 5:21:38 PM
CONGRATS ZACH!
Come back to NJ! We're supposed to get like, a foot of snow tonight.
No school, and no HSPAs for me! Yes!!!!!! Hahahaha.
P.S. Thanks Again for your movie
Posted by: Jane R. | Feb 28, 2005 5:21:45 PM
thats so cool i like robin williams MORE!
Posted by: Sylvia | Feb 28, 2005 5:22:22 PM
waiting for an angel....thats an amazing song.
brillant.beautiful.gorgeous.
and you...braff..are amazing.brillaiant.beautiful.
gorgeous.
lol.
congrats on wining the awards!
can't wait to see scrubs tomorrow!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: abbey | Feb 28, 2005 5:22:52 PM
yo zach,
life has been pretty boring besides for the worst weekend ever last week so ill just say the usual: congrats on all the awards. if the acadamy thought of garden state has everyone around here did im sure you'd be sleepin with a few oscars too. o and i was just watchin the matrix sequel the other day and thought, plz god dont make a sequel to garden state unless it is as incredibly good as the first, i hate to see good movies ruined.
peace and an end to snow
brian
Posted by: brian | Feb 28, 2005 5:23:34 PM
Zack~
Congrats on the Grammy! You deserve it and you should be very proud. I am so happy that Heather Graham is going to be on Scrub's tomorrow. Yea! She is one of my Favorite Actresses. Funny joke, whew amazing how a little kids joke makes us laugh so hard. Hehehe. Robbin Williams is awesome. I saw Bic Runga and The Finn Brothers Feb 24, 2005. A few really great songs, Bic Runga Get some Sleep, Listening for the Weather, When I See You Smile and The Finn Brothers: Weather, Nothing Wrong with you, and Anything can Happen. You Rock, you amazing Hottie. Peace, Love and all that Jazz, Misty~
Posted by: MistyJ | Feb 28, 2005 5:25:07 PM
thats so cool i like robin williams MORE!
Posted by: Sylvia | Feb 28, 2005 5:25:14 PM
Aww, you're so awesome. Congratulations. =p
I wish my stupid thirteen-channel tv got NBC... I saw maybe four? five? episodes of Scrubs in my lifetime. I adored them, but I don't get the channel.. But, good work anyway! I'm sure you did a great job.
Posted by: Liah | Feb 28, 2005 5:25:44 PM
Hey there Zach! Received my own personal copy of GS today, bought it through ebay. My new obsession! Take care and be good, your mama is watching!! hehe
Posted by: Trina | Feb 28, 2005 5:25:58 PM
Zach –
First-time poster. Just wanted to share how Garden State can affect real life.
A good friend of mine has a boyfriend stationed in South Korea. As she lives in the Midwest of the United States, you can imagine that this isn’t the easiest relationship to maintain. They’re a great couple, but because of the distance, they’ve been through some rough times lately.
Last week my friend got a letter from her boyfriend saying that the latest movie he saw in South Korea was Garden State. He told her as he watched, he noticed an abundance of parallels between Andrew and Sam’s meeting and their own (with some major variances, of course). He told her he was reminded what made him fall in love with her in the first place – seeing someone so vibrant and full of life.
My friend borrowed my copy of Garden State, having never seen it, and called him right after watching (6 a.m. South Korea time). They had a very long talk, and she now has a plane trip scheduled out to Korea to have a much-needed visit. She’s been happier than I’ve seen her in weeks.
So there you go.
(And just because: Big fan, love Scrubs, love the movie, you rule, yadda yadda!)
Steph M.
Posted by: Steph M | Feb 28, 2005 5:26:08 PM
Yay! Congratulations!
Posted by: zo | Feb 28, 2005 5:27:08 PM
Congrats on all your sucess so far you deserve it all and much more! :)
Posted by: Jessica | Feb 28, 2005 5:28:38 PM
congrats on the awards. heard scrubs season one comes out may 17? can't wait. keep up the good work. we're all really proud of you...
Posted by: matt gough | Feb 28, 2005 5:29:09 PM
I can't believe you listen to Ben Harper.....Walk Away is another dynamite song...
Congrats on the awards, you deserve them....
Posted by: Angela | Feb 28, 2005 5:32:34 PM
You know, in a roundabout way, you're costing me $150.
See, I live near Austin, and SXSW is coming up. And I was toeing the line about whether I wanted to shell out the money for a wristband.
Then I saw Cary Brothers is playing, right before Mike Doughty. How can I not turn that down, especially since you put him on a soundtrack for me to hear and become fond of?
So any chance you will be in Austin for SXSW, be it film or music portion?
Posted by: Nicole Perdue | Feb 28, 2005 5:33:44 PM
Congrats on everything, it's well deserved. This is only the beginning, enjoy the ride for all of us. Garden State was awesome, Scrubs also awesome; funny, funny stuff. Keep posting. Catch ya next time.
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http://www.yiwodisk.com
Posted by: sens | Feb 28, 2005 5:34:37 PM
Zach, I'm diggin' that dynamite joke.
I think I'll tell that one to some of my friends.
Out of curiosity, what's your favourite episode of Da Ali G Show?
Also, thank you thank you thank you, for introducing me to The Shins.
I absoloutly love them.
I am addicted.
I got my friends addicted to.
Much love,
Julie.
Posted by: Julie | Feb 28, 2005 5:35:03 PM
Hello Zach. You are amazing, and I thought - even though I am certain you have heard so many times from other individuals - that I must tell you so myself. You inspire me to be the best I possibly can artistically, intellectually, and personally. I have a personal problem though... would you ever consider marrying a 17 almost 18-year-old who has been told that she has the intelligence of someone around your own age? I swear there's something awesome in it for you. ;) But if not, that's ok. C'est la vie. Well, just wanted to tell you how much I adore and admire you and your work. Ciao.
~ Rosie B.
Posted by: Rosie | Feb 28, 2005 5:36:14 PM
Ohh man .... I'm such a big fan! Garden State truly changed my life, both the movie and the soundtrack. And Scrubs is absolutely my favorite show. Mazel tov on your awards! [You are the PERFECT guy; charming, adorable, creative, and Jewish ;) (and so much more!!!) ] Thanks for being you and doing what you do! <333
Posted by: Ali | Feb 28, 2005 5:36:50 PM
HEY ZACH, SORRY TO BE WRITING IN ALL CAPS, MY COMPUTER IS broken. OOPS, GUESS THE JIG IS up. DAMN IT. JUST WANTED TO GET YOUR ATTENTION TO LET YOU KNOW THAT I STUMBLED UPON A DELICIOUS ALBUM THE OTHER DAY. NOT ONLY ONE OF MY FAVORITE MOVIES NOW,
"THE ROYAL TENENBAUMS" SOUNDTRACK IS JUST GREAT, FEATURING ELLIOTT SMITH AND VELVET UNDERGROUND, ETC.
TURNS OUT WES ANDERSON IS A MUSICAL GENIUS AS WELL, HUH?
SPEAKING OF WHICH THE SOUNDTRACK TO THE LIFE AQUATIC ROCKS MY SOCKS AS WELL. SO I GUESS THATS IT. HM.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME,,, AND AS IS NOW MY LINE OF FAIREWELL,
OW!......MY ME-TIME HAND!!
LOVES ANDA
Posted by: Anda | Feb 28, 2005 5:38:05 PM
hey mister braff
if only the trophies were made out of cotton and silk, i bet there would be more use out of it instead of just looking at it prettily. hehe =]
oh yeah, and it's really funny browsing down the ten thousand comments here... fans can get themselves drooling over anything. haha, but it's cool. you've became a living god. hehe
okay, i'll stop taking space now =] bye bye!
Posted by: jeanie | Feb 28, 2005 5:42:54 PM
Hahaha. DDS! Okay. Not sure what you meant by that, but that's cool. Dentits love you too. Actually, I just finished dental school so I don't have any money yet. Otherwise I would have bought that gas zozzle.
Yay for Heather Graham!
Posted by: Dr. K | Feb 28, 2005 5:44:10 PM
It's creepy Zach, seriously it is. The fact that you choose Ben Harper's song when I am one of the hugest Ben Harper fans but not just that but I read the joke and that is my FAVORITE joke ever!(not kidding) I use it all the time because it's stupid, dorky, and I learned it from a 4 year old and it still made me laugh. I think it's creepy that you put 2 of my favorites together. Anyway, congrats on the awards, I know I'm not Robin Williams but I loved the movie too! :)
Posted by: Mary | Feb 28, 2005 5:47:18 PM
Yay for Zach *does a jig*.
You rock and are now my hero. Sorry, Jesus.
Posted by: Alice | Feb 28, 2005 5:47:26 PM
Zach,
Can't wait for tomorrows eppy, it'll be great! We all know that :)
And both of them with songs on the show, that's going to be *amazing*.
Congrats (to the max) with the winnings! That's so awesome. Seriously.
That Ben Harper, and Ben Harper in general, is brilliant.
Oh MAN thanks for spelling 'chafe'! It sounds stupid, but me and a friend were trying to figure it out earlier today, for some strange reason that I'd rather not talk about...
But anywhoo. Good luck with everything ^_^
Peace
Sheila
XO
Posted by: Sheila | Feb 28, 2005 5:48:29 PM
major congrats on the grammy, though even without it, we all would've known garden state's soundtrack was the best soundtrack... actually, even one of the best mix cds ever made. nearly everyone i know at stanford university has it on their playlist. great job!
Posted by: robert | Feb 28, 2005 5:48:33 PM
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