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April 22, 2005
Crystal Village and Lunch with Silent Bob
Dearest Friends,
Hello there. Today is a big day; my last day at home before I leave for Canada for two months. Scrubs has wrapped for the season, I had a couple of weeks off, and now it's time to start "The Last Kiss". Those of you who are truly interested can rent the Italian film, ">"L'ultimo Baccio". That's the film ours is adapted from. Paul Haggis, who wrote "Million Dollar Baby" did the adaptation and I tweaked the dialogue a little bit. I'm really excited about this movie.
I met with Kevin Smith yesterday at his house to discuss "Fletch" and/or other projects. He's such a cool guy. He cooked me lunch! It was really awesome to sit down with someone who's had so much success and still acts like a regular guy from Jersey. I jokingly told him I wanted to make "Garden State" action figures. (Because he's got figures from every one of his movies.) He told me he'd put me in touch with the guy who does his. So who knows, I think it would be pretty cool to have a Sam action figure...
The Gavin video is finally done. You can see it on aol exclusively right now, but it's gonna premiere on TRL next week. So please VOTE for it, so people actually get a chance to see all the hard work that went into it. It stars Gavin, Jamie King and Donald Faison.
Also, the amazing Web Guys who created this site were nominated for a Webby Award for their design. Please VOTE for them to win because they did such an amazing job. (They were the ones who told me what a blog was!) I'm gonna enlist their help to move this blog over to my own site soon. I own www.zachbraff.com and pretty soon I'm going to launch some cool ass thang over there.
I got to speak to my alma mater, Northwestern this past week. It was really surreal to go back and speak to all these students and have them actually interested in what I had to say.
Best birthday present: a drum set.
Freakiest present from a fan: a sweater for my dog with his name sewn into it.
Best show on tv: Project Greenlight on Bravo
Funniest thing I've ever seen: CLICK HERE
Song of the DAY: "Crystal Village" by Pete Yorn
Take a deep breath and realize how completely insane it is that you're alive.
Peace and love,
ZB
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Comments
Am I seriously the first one to comment on here?
Awesome job coming to Canada. Can't wait to see you.
Posted by: Megan | Apr 22, 2005 3:13:20 PM
Awesome.
Posted by: Melissa | Apr 22, 2005 3:13:45 PM
I'm a big fan of Garden State. This is my first time here, looks like I'm lucky to be near the top, seeing as how there are 10 million posts normally.
Anyway, keep up the good work...and all that other stuff you hear all the time :)
Posted by: drew | Apr 22, 2005 3:16:11 PM
Garden State action figures would be hilarious. I'm glad that you like Pete Yorn also, crystal village is one of my favorite songs. What was the problem with last week's Scrubs 4/19 it just seemed really off, like some writing change. It's my favorite show on TV and usually you guys are always on. I've heard Kevin Smith is really nice. That's it.
Posted by: Aaron | Apr 22, 2005 3:17:33 PM
Wow Zach I'm sooo excited your coming to Canada! I'm sure you'll have a wonderful time in this grand land of ours ^_^ I heard Gavin's song the other day on the radio it is absolutly magnificent and I'll go see him when he's in the Toronto area.
hahahha you should make Garden State action figures! I'd buy all of them and keep them on their own special shelf. I'm sure The Last Kiss will be a hit and I promise to go see it on opening day....though I must confess the movie I'm most excited about seeing is Chicken Little because the animation looks wicked.
By the by any hints for what will happen next season on Scrubs? ^_~
Peace luv and elephant ears!
~Janessa
PS: Elephant ears (aka Beaver Tails) are a common Canadian treat that are super yummy so be sure to try one while you're here.
Posted by: Janessa | Apr 22, 2005 3:20:49 PM
Garden State action figures would be most awesome.
Reading this blog is awesome.
Have a nice day. :)
Posted by: Paula | Apr 22, 2005 3:21:42 PM
I'm so happy you posted... and on my birthday too! Maybe I should've asked for a drum set...
Take care!
Posted by: June | Apr 22, 2005 3:22:56 PM
Hallelujah!!! i heart this
Posted by: Liz | Apr 22, 2005 3:23:23 PM
Have fun in Canada!! I've always wanted to go there. Kevin Smith is awesome. And so are you
Posted by: Kari | Apr 22, 2005 3:24:53 PM
Wow, Haven't heard from you in a while! First 10 comments! Sick! I can't wait for your future movies man, better make em chock full o' braff charisma.
Posted by: Shawn | Apr 22, 2005 3:24:54 PM
Wow, Zach, that was an astounding video. I loved the end - I have to be honest, I was waiting to see how it would be a "dream" of some sort, but it was still very moving.
Posted by: briar | Apr 22, 2005 3:25:10 PM
Have tons of fun in Montreal! I hope you can pick up on some french speaking skills so you can chat with us french-canadians :)
I saw Gavin DeGraw in concert last week and he was amazing, I love the video (best part = NYC coming down in the window + Donald's part, I was so happy when I saw him in the video, haha)
Je t'aime! (but not in a creepy way)
-France
Posted by: France | Apr 22, 2005 3:26:41 PM
Hi, ZB, I’m writing from Argentina (you know, that country at the other extreme of the continent). Oh oh, I bet you’ve just thought, “Don’t cry for me, Argentina”, didn’t you?
Anyway…
Garden State has not been out on movies theatres here (yet?), but I had the chance to watch it on DVD a couple of weeks ago, and being a screenwriter myself, I just wanted to tell you that I found your movie to be really inspiring for me. And I think that’s the best compliment a storyteller can get.
So you can imagine me watching your film, thinking what a great story, how simple and yet how much layers it has and how beautifully told… then thinking: man, I whish I could write something like that, and finally getting depressed thinking how you’re about my age and you’ve already wrote and directed this movie… who am I kidding? I’ll never be there… Should I keep thanking you?
I’ m just joking. Besides, I’m still a few years younger than you so I have time to make it happen.
I’ve really enjoyed it, identify with the characters, laughed a lot, cry in one part (the hug, when Largeman hugs Sam’s mom) and just because it was genuinely moving not because you manipulate the scene with music, great gestures or anything like that (something I got tired of a long time ago).
Lately I’m all about this kind of movies that tell stories about people, real people… like Sideways or Wes Anderson’s movies (with their strange atmospheres, but still human) or Lost in translation. And I love Charlie Kauffman, isn’t he one of the greatest? I’d like to recommend you an argentine movie that was release in USA: “Lost embrace”, I think you’ll enjoy it. It has some similar points to G.S.
Congratulations on getting your talent on the right track.
Camila.
(B.A, Argentina)
Posted by: Camila | Apr 22, 2005 3:26:48 PM
I really appreciate you filling in your fans on what you are up to and new music that you are listening to. I really enjoy checking out the music you suggest. However, I thought that you might enjoy receiving some cool music yourself. You should check out Phoenix, Kasabian, and West Indian Girl. Thay are all really great bands that more people should check out. Thanks again for taking time out of your schedule to keep up this blog! Good luck on your upcoming projects!
Posted by: Jennifer | Apr 22, 2005 3:27:25 PM
fantastic video Zach. A friend of mine sent me the link. She had a few reservations about it (it's definitely not your typical pop music video), I applaude your efforts at putting some bigger ideas in there. The revolving sets and video screen crowd were very postmodern of you ;) good luck on your future projects!
Posted by: Alison | Apr 22, 2005 3:29:06 PM
i was just passing by and i just discover that you had posted two hours ago, i'm actually listening the lebanese blond song and well i think i'm going to see garden state tonight for the first time because in mexico it just went out on the cinema altough i know i'm gonna love it even before i see it because well everything you do is so great and funny and with a lot of love... well i just want to thank you for all the good times you give us and for my music library, it has become evern more rare since you write this song recomendations... well i had said everything i wanted to say... XOXO Diana
Posted by: diana | Apr 22, 2005 3:31:17 PM
Thanks for the update. We missed you. :)
If you're looking for a great book to read when you're on hiatus: "The River Why" by David James Duncan. It'll change your life. :)
Have a great summer and stay in touch!
~Susan
Posted by: Riverwhy | Apr 22, 2005 3:31:23 PM
Thanks for continuing to update this thing every once in a while Zach! It's very awesome that you keep a blog. My husband and I are huge fans who think you're ridiculously talented. We're you're age and just in awe of what you've already accomplished with your life. Huge congratulations to you and may you always have the opportunity to fulfill your dreams.
Posted by: Lynda | Apr 22, 2005 3:31:38 PM
Over 25 images of the Scrubs DVD added today guys!
zach-braff.com
Posted by: BraffStaff | Apr 22, 2005 3:32:03 PM
Oh my gosh - and now I've gone and embarrassed myself by using piss poor grammar. In my previous comment, I meant "We're your age" not "We're you are age". Silly me. Just forget about that and keep the kudos.
Posted by: Lynda | Apr 22, 2005 3:33:20 PM
yay, a new post and I'm so near the top of the comments. today is my lucky day. I found two silver quarters AND I finished a whole crossword puzzle all by myself today-- thats the first time ever for me. I'm really excited about it. ANYWAY Zach, of course you know Garden State was amazing, and you are super hot, and we all love you. ;) and of course if you are ever in Chicago... **smile** http://www.sarahperez.net
love,
sarah
Posted by: Sarah | Apr 22, 2005 3:33:56 PM
Be sure to get addicted to Tim Hortons while you're here!
And don't pack a snowsuit... no matter what 'they' tell you
Posted by: Deloni | Apr 22, 2005 3:35:26 PM
I'm going to be in Canada this weekend too. If you see me, which I'm sure you will, since Canada is sooo small, say "Hey Franimal, how's tricks?" I'll be the one in the blue raincoat.
<3 you,
Fran
Posted by: Franimal | Apr 22, 2005 3:35:31 PM
Canada! Any chance of you being in Vancouver? :)
Posted by: Cathy | Apr 22, 2005 3:35:44 PM
that's it. i'm officially moving to canada.
ok, i'm kidding, but canada IS pretty jazzy. also, garden state action figures? i would LOVE a kenny action figure soooo much! yeah, that would be rockin'...
anywayz, have a nice day!
(and i'd vote for your video if i even knew when trl came on haha... i will definitely catch the video online though, i'm sure it's awesome!)
Posted by: Natacia | Apr 22, 2005 3:36:04 PM
I'm just the right side of drunk to appreciate that clip, always love to see someone falling flat on their face.... as long as it's not me.
Posted by: shari | Apr 22, 2005 3:37:31 PM
Hey Zach!
Loved Garden State. I'm a big fan of Scrubs too.
Ciao!
Rita
Posted by: Rita | Apr 22, 2005 3:38:56 PM
Just wanted to say that the last line "Take a deep breath and realize how completely insane it is that you're alive." Is great, today (or rather the past month) has been bad and it put this into perspective. Thanks.
Posted by: Laura | Apr 22, 2005 3:39:07 PM
Well, Zach.. nice to hear about all your projects. :) Have a good time in Canada.
Be well, my friend who is not my real friend.
:)K
Posted by: Kimie | Apr 22, 2005 3:39:26 PM
Zach,
I just wanted to let you know how incredible your blog is. It is so nice to see someone of your status (you possibly could have your own action figure, how cool is that?) be so open and honest with their fans.
I also wanted to say thanks for the great musical options, and say as well that you may well have the best musical tastes (or at least most like my own) on the planet. But I have to know.....Ani Difranco, do ya dig her? I can only hope you do as it would possibly make my head explode to hear her in a movie or on Scrubs someday.
Ok, that's it....keep up the fantastic work.
Kevin
Posted by: Kevin Clemons | Apr 22, 2005 3:39:32 PM
ZACH!!
I'm so happy you posted another blog! I check everyday, and today it was nice to see something new! I'd love to see a Mark action figure- bong included.
Hope all is well!!
katie*
bad christmas gift: mink fur collar and footie pjs.
Posted by: katie | Apr 22, 2005 3:39:44 PM
I agree with the above. Tim Hortons will own you by the time you leave. Make sure you stock up.
And also Gavin is amazing. That is all.
Posted by: Laura | Apr 22, 2005 3:39:49 PM
zach--i thought the video came out great--i loved the "all-in-one-shot" technique. have a fabulous time in canada--don't forget your passport!
Posted by: aubree | Apr 22, 2005 3:44:25 PM
I hope the Fletch thing works out for you. I had a different favorite for that from one of Kevin's old shortlists, but I think you'd be better.
Posted by: Amy | Apr 22, 2005 3:44:34 PM
guitar>drums
Posted by: Amy (Austin) | Apr 22, 2005 3:44:46 PM
I think the star wars kid is funnier.
Posted by: Rose | Apr 22, 2005 3:45:09 PM
Hey Zach! Wow lunch with Kevin Smith that must have been a piss....i love all of his movies. That Clip with the guy falling twice is pretty funny lol....
Have Fun in Canada!
Carla
Flyers4life97@yahoo.com
Posted by: Carla | Apr 22, 2005 3:45:21 PM
Why aren't there more people like you out there? *Sigh*
PS - Who buys/makes gifts for celebrities? That's kind of WEIRD.
Posted by: maddie | Apr 22, 2005 3:45:30 PM
Hi Zach,
What a freakingly good music video!
Well done.
Matthew
Posted by: Matthew Laing | Apr 22, 2005 3:46:19 PM
You and Kevin Smith are my faves! You're so lucky...
Posted by: Rachel G-S | Apr 22, 2005 3:48:09 PM
"Freakiest present from a fan: a sweater for my dog with his name sewn into it."
Uhm, your dog's name or the fan's?...Although, you know, I am not sure which would be worse.
Posted by: Shirily | Apr 22, 2005 3:48:46 PM
you should put in your next blog that you don't read the comments in the LiveJournal stream for your blog.
Posted by: your mother | Apr 22, 2005 3:49:33 PM
Zach,
Can't wait to see you up in the Great White North! Make sure to check out the band The Tea Party while you're up here (if you haven't already). :)
And Garden State was wonderful! Congrats on all your successes. I was going to post this on your last entry, but there were eleventy billion comments already there, so I decided to wait.
Posted by: Jen | Apr 22, 2005 3:49:43 PM
Wow, you're quite the popular kid. Tragically I am at the lower region of the "I heart Zach Braff" totem, but it's the thought that counts right? I've momentarily forgotten the point to this, but I will ramble in hopes that it returns...there it is! Brilliant! First, kuddos to you for kicking ass and taking names in the film industry, keep it up. As for the run away thought that has returned; I use to work at The Wherehouse (during the Garden State era) and recommended it to every person who asked me to pick them out a good movie, and even those who didn't ask. You're soundtrack selection also was well played, we got to pick a cd whenever we worked. It was my usual pick, so much so that we had to open a new one cus I wore the first out. Anyhoo, just wanted to tell you how awesome you are, and you have another fan :) Enjoy life, keep up the good work kid! Don't forget to breathe.
Posted by: Meganese | Apr 22, 2005 3:50:14 PM
heh, that was pretty great, but i've seen funnier:
http://www.sevenproductions.be/big/movies/big.mov
Posted by: nathew | Apr 22, 2005 3:50:32 PM
Wooo hooo you posted another blog entry!! I'd love to have a Garden State Action figure to add to my toy collection!! ;)
Posted by: Christine | Apr 22, 2005 3:50:57 PM
if there are Garden State action figures, would you be offended if i fashioned them parachutes and sent them off my friend's roof?
Posted by: Emily | Apr 22, 2005 3:51:34 PM
http://www.albinoblacksheep.com/video/bananaman
Posted by: nathew | Apr 22, 2005 3:51:54 PM
ZACH,
Wow I was really excited to see that you posted again! Have fun filming your new movie! I can't wait to see it!
ALISON
PS... Garden State action figures would rock my world!
Posted by: ALISON | Apr 22, 2005 3:52:00 PM
HEY ZACH !!! first time i comment one of your post and... i don't know what to say hem... let's see !
1) i'm a french jew
2) i'm a big fan of you and your work
3) keep making wonderful movies ! Garden state just "aired on cinema" and it seems that it received excellent comment from the press
Peace :P
Posted by: Julien | Apr 22, 2005 3:53:08 PM
Hello. I only saw Scrubs for the first time today, and my mother (mid-50s, lovely, eccentric as anything) decided immediately that you were prime adoption material. That's probably a compliment, (although she did think Scrubs was a documentary about the NHS).
Uh, anyway, if you DO ever happen to want a British mother who fulfils all conceivable stereotypes, just hop across the pond, I guess.
Cheerio!
-J
Posted by: James | Apr 22, 2005 3:53:48 PM
You + Kevin Smith = fangirly EEEEEE from me!
Posted by: Tracy | Apr 22, 2005 3:53:53 PM
yay zach! i can't wait to see the new gavin video :)
Posted by: Isabella | Apr 22, 2005 3:54:20 PM
The music video for Gavin DeGraw is awesome! I love the entire concept for it, especially the end of the video when he discovers the truth.
Posted by: Claire | Apr 22, 2005 3:54:40 PM
Always so many comments for you!
Well, I just wanted to say that you were great on Arrested Development.
Posted by: zo | Apr 22, 2005 3:58:26 PM
Zach -
I just have to say that I absolutely love Garden State. The soundtrack rocks too - can't go a day without one of those songs stuck in my head.
I think you are amazing! Also, incredibly hilarious and really hot too!
Keep on posting, we love hearing from you!
So, what did Kevin Smith make for lunch?
Oh, and I think action figures would be so awesome - especially if they came with little garbage bag rain gear!
Have fun in Canada
Posted by: Jayme | Apr 22, 2005 3:58:30 PM
Garden State action figures? I would want the knight and Kenny the Cop. And of course a Andrew Largeman one. But what would they do as far as the "action" part goes?
Posted by: Ashton | Apr 22, 2005 3:58:37 PM
Zach- the Punk'd show made me laugh so hard that I had an asthma attack each time I showed it to a friend. I was desperately trying to figure out what was on your t-shirt. *sigh* I heart you Zachie.
What is going on with the whole world becoming emo-indie?? Is there like a kit that you can purchase out there somewhere? I'm going to see Iron/Wine next Friday- will be thinking of you while there. Also, there is a legion of ppls that come here every day - I am sure only half the ppl post.
Rental of the week: Sideways, duh.
Anticipated movie: Batman Begins baby.
CD of the month: Bright Eyes...the acoustic cd.
heart,
Christine
Posted by: Christine-Braff | Apr 22, 2005 3:58:40 PM
I want an Andrew Largeman action figure-- or better yet, a life-size Zach Braff action figure! :) ~Traci
Posted by: Traci | Apr 22, 2005 3:59:16 PM
and one last comment, i promise. i thought the video was pretty good except for one complaint: the random close-up shots of gavin kind of ruined the whole one-take feel and thus degraded the quality of the video. no offense.
Posted by: nathew | Apr 22, 2005 3:59:22 PM
I'm so bummed! I'm a Northwestern student and had no idea you were on campus!
*slaps hand to forehead while moaning "blarrrggg!!"*
Glad the talk went well, however.
Best always,
Amanda
Posted by: Amanda Bowers | Apr 22, 2005 4:01:04 PM
wow i'm in the top 100 awesome!!!
Posted by: Wes | Apr 22, 2005 4:01:11 PM
I'm so mad you guys wrapped at Scrubs! It was so exciting passing the set everyday on my bus ride home from school! Now, there's nothing exciting about the bus or the ride. Hmmmmph.
Posted by: Jennifer Golum | Apr 22, 2005 4:01:38 PM
hahahahahahahahahahah HOLY SHIT! i just laughed so hard at that video!
and you know, a long time ago when i first started watching kevin smith stuff, i could have sworn it was "Subtle Bob" not "Silent Bob".... I mean, he IS subtle. and i saw kevin smith at the griddle last year...it made me so happy. he's an awesome guy.
Posted by: brooke | Apr 22, 2005 4:01:55 PM
Its my birthday today (not that you care).
Zach you might be interested to know that my college is now studying Garden State in regards to cinematography and 'unspoken meanings'. In otherwords, Garden State is now being compared to The Graduate and Vertigo ... pretty impressive I think.
Posted by: Jo | Apr 22, 2005 4:02:09 PM
DUDE, ACTION FIGURES!
KICK ASS!
Posted by: SharonLorraine | Apr 22, 2005 4:03:19 PM
i feel bad for laughing almost to the point of insanity at that video.
Posted by: brittany | Apr 22, 2005 4:03:32 PM
Zach Braff!
You are soo funny!! Scrubs is the BEST show ever. I watch at least one episode everyday!! you make my day. You can go to heaven now.
YOU know that face they kept showing you on punk'd??? Whenever i'm down.. i just think of that face, and i just rolling with laughter. You should see MY FACE then. hhahah!!
I LOVe you
Posted by: Lida | Apr 22, 2005 4:04:04 PM
you know, i was thinking, you must be pretty freaking smart since northwestern is such an awesome school. not that i ever thought you were stupid or anything. but like, were good, persay, in Calculus? or they just really liked you? as a senior whos finally decided where to go to college (Syracuse, goin' into Newhouse communications program), i always speak highly of northwestern (i never applied there since i didnt want to get too far from Long Island), so many props to you for that.
Posted by: Carissa | Apr 22, 2005 4:04:28 PM
OMG. The ninja! ebaumsworld.com has got to be the funniest website i've ever seen (i'm guessing that's where you got it from) My friends and I watch that ninja at least three times a day. Glad someone else gets a laugh out of it too.
Much love,
Marcelina
Posted by: Marcelina | Apr 22, 2005 4:04:48 PM
Zach,
Hey. So today I went to a bridal shop and tried on a bunch of tiaras and gloves. I think this should be an option at all clothing stores because it was fun to just pretend to be all "proper" and "royal" and talk in a funny voice. I think that's an experience that should be available all the time. Also, the weather has been maad-ridiculous here as far as fluctuation goes. Monday we were warmer than Florida, but now my spring jacket over a sweatshirt still doesn't feel right. What the bitch is up with that?
Posted by: Lacey | Apr 22, 2005 4:05:36 PM
Hey Zach,
Glad to hear that everything is going well with you. I saw Gavin on Muchmusic in Toronto last week. He talked a lot about the video shoot and that it was one long long day but it was great working with you. I can't wait to see it! I hope you enjoy Montreal. It's a beautiful city and has great food. Make sure you check out old Montreal and the biodome. Cool cool stuff. Have a great day!
Gloria
Posted by: Gloria | Apr 22, 2005 4:06:07 PM
"Take a deep breath and realize how completely insane it is that you're alive."
Every day. I think about that every day.
Much love and safe travel wishes! I'll definitely rent the movie.
Posted by: agent | Apr 22, 2005 4:06:08 PM
Have fun in Mtl,
e-mail if you're looking to find good places out! (I live near there)
Cheers
Posted by: Steph | Apr 22, 2005 4:06:23 PM
I once got a letter written in blood...but that was more creepy than weird.
Posted by: kristin detroit | Apr 22, 2005 4:07:47 PM
Welcome back to the blogging world.
Though you had become a permanent
"hobo-blogger"
see: http://aslanseely.blogspot.com/2004_05_01_aslanseely_archive.html#108476850272116937
Keep up the good work.
And for crying out loud, post more often than once a month. I'm not asking for daily or anything but geeze man, I was about to give up on your blogging skills.
Posted by: Andrew Seely | Apr 22, 2005 4:08:47 PM
no way, northwestern?!? you mean you went to the same school that we hung out at on the weekends, i can't believe anything cool came from home.
Posted by: kelly | Apr 22, 2005 4:09:18 PM
Hmm...the funniest thing was quasi-depressing. But yes. All around - good times. I would clearly buy a Garden State action figure. I love the song Chariot, I look forward to seeing the video. Hmm. you are coming to Canada, Montreal, right? Well -- meet me at le Montreal airport on the 27th, at 6:00. I'll be the one with bells on.
Posted by: Jennifer | Apr 22, 2005 4:10:08 PM
Have a great time in Canada! We all love it up here ;)
Posted by: Julie | Apr 22, 2005 4:11:08 PM
Zach, you should come to mobile and hang out at my tattoo shop. it'll be fun.
I want a sam action figure too.
Posted by: Shauncey | Apr 22, 2005 4:11:38 PM
Happy belated birthday!
Also check out Long Way Down by Pete Yorn, I love that song.
It's great that you went back to NU to speak to the students. I'm also an alum and I went back for my 5 year reunion last fall. It was strange but great to be back. I felt so old!
Hope you enjoy Montreal. I'm looking forward to the new movie.
I read online that next season may be the last one for Scrubs. Say it aint so?!
Posted by: Cori | Apr 22, 2005 4:12:59 PM
Zach -
A couple things you should check out while in Montreal:
Tams Tams on Parc Ave every sunday morning, tons of people hanging out and jamming on their bongos.
Beauty's - classic Jewish diner reminiscent of Mordecai Richler
McGill's campus
Fairmount Bagels, best in the world
The Olympic stadium, if that's your kind of thing.
Have fun - it's my favourite city in the whole world!!
Posted by: amy | Apr 22, 2005 4:13:05 PM
yay, blogs.
it's not just a cool word.
kevin smith is my hero. i can only imagine what can come of a collaboration between the two of you. i'm excited.
& also, kudos to gavin degraw. i saw him only last call and you can just tell he loves his music and loves to perform. we need more musicians with that kind of passion.
Posted by: kimmy | Apr 22, 2005 4:14:23 PM
Are you sick of reading all our replies yet???
Posted by: Cathy | Apr 22, 2005 4:14:31 PM
yay, blogs.
it's not just a cool word.
kevin smith is my hero. i can only imagine what can come of a collaboration between the two of you. i'm excited.
& also, kudos to gavin degraw. i saw him only last call and you can just tell he loves his music and loves to perform. we need more musicians with that kind of passion.
Posted by: kimmy | Apr 22, 2005 4:15:42 PM
best birthday present: a drum kid wearing a sweater with your dog's name on it. or a pool floatie.
Posted by: caroline | Apr 22, 2005 4:16:16 PM
Ti amo Zach Braff.
All of your projects sound fantabulous.
Say 'Howdy' to my Canadian relatives for me, would you?
I'm thinking of getting a dog just so I can make him a sweater that says Zach Braff.
Thanks for spending your valuable time keeping this blog going. It makes me smile.
Rock on,
Sara
Posted by: Sara | Apr 22, 2005 4:16:29 PM
Ti amo Zach Braff.
All of your projects sound fantabulous.
Say 'Howdy' to my Canadian relatives for me, would you?
I'm thinking of getting a dog just so I can make him a sweater that says Zach Braff.
Thanks for spending your valuable time keeping this blog going. It makes me smile.
Rock on,
Sara
Posted by: Sara | Apr 22, 2005 4:17:14 PM
http://www.big-boys.com/articles/officeparty.html
Did you get that from that big-boys site? I personally found this one hilarious.
Posted by: jackie | Apr 22, 2005 4:17:22 PM
Ti amo Zach Braff.
All of your projects sound fantabulous.
Say 'Howdy' to my Canadian relatives for me, would you?
I'm thinking of getting a dog just so I can make him a sweater that says Zach Braff.
Thanks for spending your valuable time keeping this blog going. It makes me smile.
Rock on,
Sara
Posted by: Sara | Apr 22, 2005 4:17:56 PM
So you're coming here, eh? If you want to fly by York University in Toronto, let me know.
Posted by: Catapult | Apr 22, 2005 4:20:47 PM
I would die to meet Kevin Smith. You have to pay a visit to Jay & Silent Bob's Secret Stash in Red Bank, NJ....possibly the most awesome comic book store ever.
And I'm so glad you're going to keep the blog going....it really brightens my day.
Looks like I might actually have to watch TRL....for Gavin's video and another video premiere (hopefully they'll premiere next week, but who knows....I hate that show).
And I'm still recommending Common Rotation to you....I think you should check them out. Great band.
Ok...enough out of me. Have fun in Canada. Don't do anything we at the blog wouldn't do (although that isn't much)....
Love & Hugs,
*Jess*
Posted by: *Jess* | Apr 22, 2005 4:20:53 PM
It's about time you came back! LMAO on that link...you and Kevin Smith? Good stuff. Hope everything goes well in Canadia! I heart you!
Kaity
Posted by: KAITY who writes her name all in caps | Apr 22, 2005 4:21:19 PM
Hey Zach,
thats awesome with the Gavin Video, I am actually about to go watch it, I saw some raw footage from it the other day, I am a big fan of Gavin and so I am on the street team there, so they give us little extras here and there. Hell yeah a Sam Action figure would rock. You know I wrote this last time and don't know if you got it...But I really like your taste in music and I honestly think you would like this Band from the Area I live in, Dallas, TX. The Band is Called SouthFM, Seriously if you want to hear some really good music by a band that is not signed but will be soon, check them out. I know your blog reaches many peoples with similar music tastes and it would be way cool for many other people to hear about this band and listen to their music, I have been a fan since 2002.
Their Website is: http://www.southfm.com
They have a myspace page: http://www.myspace.com/southfm
You can listen to 4 songs on their Myspace, or you can download two songs from here:
http://www.southfm.com/free
ok now that I have bored you and sound like a complete freak trying to get you to listen to a band I really like, I will take my Leave. Hope you have a Fantastic Day, and I will be looking for you to be in some great upcoming things, until then their is always Garden State and Scrubs, which I have a friend tape for me every week cause I don't have cable any more and I love the show.
Posted by: Christopher DiDonato | Apr 22, 2005 4:21:56 PM
Sam action figure = Amidala action figure + paint
Posted by: Riana | Apr 22, 2005 4:24:30 PM
I have a lot of the merchandise that Kevin Smith has put out for his movies. I've loved him for a long time. GS figures could be cool - you could accessorize them (can you tell I'm a girl?)...
I'll have to go watch the Gavin video now. Have fun in the North!
Posted by: Amy A. | Apr 22, 2005 4:24:57 PM
Hey Zach, i just watched the music video. I can honestly say i like it. I like the way each set trancended into another set. It was great! Well just want to say keep up the great work. I love Scrubs. Plus concidently i found out i got into the USC film program and then you updated! So its been a good day. Hoepfully one day we will get to work together. See you around the water cooler.
~~~NELINDA~~~
Posted by: Nelinda | Apr 22, 2005 4:25:39 PM
Congrats on all your great successes over the past year or so...you seem to be the busiest guy in Hollywood lately!
Looking forward to seeing your new website! Enjoy your time in Canada and have a happy Pesach!!
Robyn
Posted by: Robyn | Apr 22, 2005 4:26:07 PM
I love seeing people fall on their asses. I don't know why but I laugh and laugh and laugh. Did I mention laugh? Thanks for the chuckle.
Break a leg on "The Last Kiss" But not good luck because that = bad luck. And make sure you park backwards in the parking lot or does that only work with theater. Ah the fun superstitions of theater nerds. :D Do people even do this anymore?
Its great that you and Kevin will be working together. I can see things working out very well with you two. The Jersey Boys (not to be confused with Jersey Girl. Although also related to Kevin Smith :D )
Okay I think I've jabbered enough. C-ya and again Break a leg in Canada
Posted by: Chelley Pyatt | Apr 22, 2005 4:27:19 PM
ZACH!!
First of all, let me say that I saw Garden State two days ago for the first time. I had been wanting to see it for quite awhile, and it was amazing. I loved every bit of it! You did a great job on it and you should be really proud. =]
Garden State action figures would be so hilarious...I think I would have to buy them all...haha.
Scrubs is also quite great. I enjoy all the episodes...they make me laugh, which I suppose is the purpose...so good job! =P
I think you're great and I cant wait to read what you post next.
Posted by: Elise | Apr 22, 2005 4:29:09 PM
Here you go, Z. :)
Oh, and it is PG.
Mr. T Sings and Dances
Posted by: heddah feddah | Apr 22, 2005 4:31:48 PM
Take a deep breath and realize how completely insane it is that you're alive.
That quote is beautiful.
Posted by: Hana | Apr 22, 2005 4:32:01 PM
Thanks for coming to talk at NU. It was a lot of fun!
Posted by: Jen | Apr 22, 2005 4:32:08 PM
Hey Zach, it'd be cool if you and Kevin Smith made a movie together. My fave actor and one of my fave directors? Right on. I'm still loving Scrubs, still listening to the Garden State soundtrack. Thanks for that last thing you said. It is amazingly insane that I'm alive.
Posted by: Paul | Apr 22, 2005 4:35:16 PM
hey zach,
im a huge kevin smith fan, and it would kick ass if you did fletch together. At one of his live appearances, he mentioned how you were in the running for fletch and you got a warm applause
Posted by: Adam | Apr 22, 2005 4:37:28 PM
Only saw Garden State on Wednesday because Northern Ireland is fucked up and apparently we don't deserve to get movies at the same time as the rest of the UK. United Kingdom of Great Britain AND Northern Ireland you fucks!
Have been waiting for more time than I can remember to see it, since Empire magazine recommended the trailer, and I have to say that it was well worth the wait, even if I did go a bit crazy and started randomly killing cinema employees. Sorry guys.
Anywho, just wanted to say I loved the movie before there are like 20 billion comments on here.
Peace and love
Ash xox
Posted by: chihuahua88 | Apr 22, 2005 4:38:47 PM
OMG i am in the top 200 this time awesome! i rule! whats up zach? don't have as much to say like i usually do except that finals week is kicking my ass *sigh* today was the first time in 3 days i actually got to sleep. HOoray for me. Anyway man loved the whole Turner and HOoch thing on scrubs keep them awesome show's coming they're the only thing that makes tuesday's bearable on this campus. And once again man incase you actually do read this Thank you for the inspiration you've been to me. I don't think i could ever put it in words I am sure it wouldn't hurt to know you've changed someone else's life for the better. Basically you've saved me from a Lester Burnham crisis at the age of 19!
Posted by: christian | Apr 22, 2005 4:39:29 PM
I love Project Greenlight too! I'm just waiting for the director to have a nervous breakdown. Is that mean? Btw, I am still laughing over Punk'd. You are so freakin' scary when you're angry. Hahaha!
Love,
Julie Wilde
Posted by: Julie Wilde | Apr 22, 2005 4:40:01 PM
Whoa, that was definitely hilarious! That guy in the video reminds me of a mix between Napoleon Dynamite, the Star Wars Kid, and Shaft. Pete Yorn is a great artist, too. Have a great time in Canada.
Insane to be alive? You bet.
Posted by: Mike | Apr 22, 2005 4:41:30 PM
the video was too funny!
(if i were to try it, that would have been me)
i actually was watching project greenlight as i was reading your journal
the vomit is, well, perfect.
i hope that you like canada
i have always enjoyed going there (windsor and toronto)
it feels nice to have a country that is just a little bit different but close enough to drive to
(i really dig the idea of the Garden State figures...there is alot of sillieness just WAITING to come along with a full set!)
Posted by: Carey | Apr 22, 2005 4:43:54 PM
I missed you zach.
Posted by: oldskooldoritos | Apr 22, 2005 4:45:21 PM
Thanks Zach! I nearly pissed myself at work watching that hysterical clip. Congrats on all the other good stuff. I actually had a friend of mine attend Northwestern about the same time you were there, so yay...Go Northwestern!!
Have fun in Canada and if I didn't envy you enough I can't believe you had lunch with Kevin Smith :)
Posted by: Stefanie | Apr 22, 2005 4:45:25 PM
Zach,
That's beyond awesome that you got to meet Kevin Smith. "Dogma" is one of my all-time favorite movies.
I hope if/when you move the blog to your own site that you'll keep the feed on LiveJournal - I love reading your updates from my friends page.
Can't wait to see you in your next film =) Good luck in Canada!
~Catie
Posted by: Catie | Apr 22, 2005 4:46:19 PM
I'd hardcore buy all Garden State action figures!! Bring it on!
Posted by: Meganese | Apr 22, 2005 4:48:55 PM
Woohoo! Lots of love to you, Zach! Have fun in Canada. ;)
Kristin
Posted by: Kristin | Apr 22, 2005 4:50:50 PM
kevin smith is awesome. cant wait to see what he does next. that is awesome he is going to hook you up with action figures. garden state is such a great movie.
love the gavin video. you did a great job with that.
Posted by: Jen | Apr 22, 2005 4:52:36 PM
Zach,
First, I must say, the video looks a-frigging-mazing! I fell in love with Gavin when I saw him on Sharon Osbournes show before it seemed most of the world knew who he was. I am so glad good things are happening for such a stellar artist! Kudos to you for working with him and making such a visually wonderful video to accompany his song! The rotating sets helped create some of the fabulous effects and you don't see a lot of that sort of creative work in current videos! Okay, enough with the exclamation points. I can stop anytime I want, honestly. Yup! Oh, crap. There was another one. Can we pretend you didn't see it? Thanks...
Anyway, I hope everything goes wonderfully for you in Canada! (Again with the ignoring, please.) I think the action figures would be the best idea ever. What better way to show your love for a film than to have tiny plastic replicas of the characters. And think of the "accessory" potential! (I give up.) Can Mark's action figure come with a tiny binder of Desert Storm trading cards? Oh, the ideas are-a flowin'! ;)
By the way, thanks for the word about Lori McKenna! I went to her site and got some of the MP3s she has available and she is so, so talented! I will be getting at least one of her CDs very, very soon. :)
-Bethany
Posted by: Bethany | Apr 22, 2005 4:54:39 PM
crystal village is incredible.
lovejocelyn
Posted by: jocelyn | Apr 22, 2005 4:55:32 PM
Zach~
I would just like you to know that I love you so much more for having this blog. It makes me feel like I am friends with you! And to be friends with a famous person is awesome. Keep it up! And I love Garden State. And Scrubs. Even though I miss it like every week. But yeah... K bye!
~*Amber
Posted by: Amber | Apr 22, 2005 5:00:31 PM
Zach~
I would just like you to know that I love you so much more for having this blog. It makes me feel like I am friends with you! And to be friends with a famous person is awesome. Keep it up! And I love Garden State. And Scrubs. Even though I miss it like every week. But yeah... K bye!
~*Amber
Posted by: Amber | Apr 22, 2005 5:01:07 PM
Yoooowza--is that how you spell it? I always find its difficult to spell sounds--I can't believe I'm one of the first to comment! (how bored are you of reading people say that?) I've been watching Scrubs lately and every episode makes me crack up more than the previous one. Everyone is so butt-frickin' funny I can't stand it. Most nights I think I might pee my pants. Seriously I bought a thing of Depends and marked them Tuesday, 9pm.
Eventhough I don't really like Gavin DeGraw I'm looking forward to seeing the video you shot. Maybe I will like this song better. I hope your movie shoot goes well...I'm sure it will it sounds like an interesting project.
I'm still straping people down (not really) and getting them to watch GS. What can I say...it speaks to my heart man! (If you read that like a stoned hippie it sounds a lot funnier).
Best of Luck. Looking forward to your Sweet ass Thang, and the action figures--I've never had any, cause well I'm a girl, but I might have a change of heart and think they are cool =D
xoxoxo
Amelia
Posted by: Amelia | Apr 22, 2005 5:03:39 PM
"So who knows, I think it would be pretty cool to have a Sam action figure..."
you mean IN action figure, if its kevin smiths' guy.
cool to hear.
i cant watch the video, or its got a lot to load so maybe ill catch it somewhere online.
i read the amazon link so i think it will be a great movie with tons of garden state references in the reviews in the fact that it seems like a very real story.
kudos to the good reviews and golden globe win.
so im guessing you play the drums too?
wow.
is there anything you can't do?
a belated happy birthday..i wanted to wish you a happy bd but i didnt want to post here 'cause it would take forever to get to.
maybe ill send a card..if only i knew your address.
catch you later
Posted by: alfred | Apr 22, 2005 5:07:37 PM
YAY! You finally gave props to Pete Yorn- if you like him, his new album comes out on June 21st.
Have fun in Canada!
Posted by: shana | Apr 22, 2005 5:10:13 PM
Hi Zach, I just wanted to stop by and say have fun and be safe when you go to Canada to start shooting. Much love and I will do some serious voting later. :p
"Take a deep breath and realize how completely insane it is that you're alive." You have no idea how many times I have done that today.
Posted by: Rachel B. | Apr 22, 2005 5:11:00 PM
i'm so thankful that you're still the same zach even after you've done so many wonderful things. your family "done good." you and your brother are amazing--and i bet yr other siblings are just as great and down to earth as y'all.
Posted by: lindsay | Apr 22, 2005 5:11:31 PM
Why don't you just take off, eh? I can't wait to see your latests projects!
Posted by: Teri | Apr 22, 2005 5:12:22 PM
Hey Zach....
I am actually listening to GS right now. The ice skating piece. I am writing a paper on the narrative structure of GS. It is amazing to hear and see how the story is protrayed to the audience. The sounds and editing are the two most important parts of how the story is told. The soundtrack is simply incredible. I saw Cary Borthers on tour a few weeks ago and he was so amazing. He mentioned being on the soundtrack, and the bar scene where the song is playing popped into my head. I think that your movie is amazing, and I have been inspired to start writing my own films. I have started treatments for an amazing adaptation that i am currently writing. I am a film major, and it is really hard to come by amazing filmmakers. Thank you for an excellent addition to the industry. I hope your movie shoot in Montreal goes well. Keep up all the great work. I look forward to your next movie!
~Rachelle
Posted by: Rachelle | Apr 22, 2005 5:14:11 PM
HAPPY VERRRRRY BELATED BIRTHDAY!! How's it feel to be 30??
Posted by: Amelia | Apr 22, 2005 5:15:15 PM
Drumming is the best thing ever. Life is insane- i keep thinking about death and it's scary. I wish I could vote for the video on TRL but I live in Scotland, and therefor don't have a TV.
Posted by: Jemma. | Apr 22, 2005 5:16:15 PM
hey zach
i just watched the gavin video on AOL exclusive, and i thought it was really creative. i loved how the sets kept flowing and changing.
actually i went to one of gavins concerts a while ago, and he is so amazing live. im sure you know he's a really cool guy -- after the show he hung around with the fans. i wish they didn't play his 'i dont wanna be' over and over on the radio. it made me sick of it, and he has so many better songs out there, like "belief" and "chemical party."
cool, i didnt know you went to northwestern. some of my friends are going there next year.
im a zach lover forever and ever
emily
Posted by: emily | Apr 22, 2005 5:16:16 PM
the action figures thing would be very cool. Some one stole my Garden State DVD at a party a few weeks ago, looks like I am going to have to buy another copy
Posted by: Tom | Apr 22, 2005 5:16:24 PM
Hi Zach,
Since you'll be spending time in Montreal, I thought I'd introduce you to some Canadian music to get you ready. This way, you'll have more to talk about with Canadians than, say, how good maple syrup tastes on everything, dog sleds, politeness, spelling colour with a 'u', and the absence of hockey. Check out K-OS and his album Joyful Rebellion, with special attention paid to his beautiful song, "Hallelujah". Enjoy Montreal, and trust me, do NOT eat the donairs. You'll see...
Posted by: Lauren | Apr 22, 2005 5:18:45 PM
Heard you hung out at your old frat house! My buddy's brother said that not a lotta guys knew who you were (?) but that made it a little more fun in a way...
And holy shit, I've had a crazy couple days...so yeah, this is truly INSANE. INsane...
Thanks for keeping us updated, man. Love ya...
Posted by: Serena B | Apr 22, 2005 5:20:25 PM
I've wondered this since I saw this I first saw the movie: What was the image from Life magazine that haunted Large?
Posted by: Claire | Apr 22, 2005 5:20:34 PM
I'm finally seeing garden state in two weeks! can't wait
Posted by: mj | Apr 22, 2005 5:21:48 PM
Hello Zach!
Thanks for the post. That link where the guy flips and falls was hilarious. That's awesome Kevin Smith made you lunch! What did he make you? Have fun in Canada!
Love,
Karen
Posted by: KareLynn | Apr 22, 2005 5:22:20 PM
That would be freaking awesome to have a Sam action figure. I would get the whole set. I'll definitely be catching the new vid, hope you had fun on it. Anyways, I hope you make a post about Star Wars Episode III which has of course Natalie. It should be an awesome movie. GL with everything ZB.
Posted by: Allen Y | Apr 22, 2005 5:23:02 PM
just a couple of hours ago i was in the car with my friend jammin to some gavin. and i was saying how excited i was that my favorite person in the world was directing my second favorite's video. btw, i loved it! hehe. much love.
<3 saffron
Posted by: Saffron | Apr 22, 2005 5:28:21 PM
I'm glad you're promoting project greenlight. Sometimes it's really hard to watch because of how bad I feel for the director, I want there to be another one.
HA. If I never post here again, when you woke up and say the guy in the suit of armor. best.scene.ever.
Seriously, we pulled everyone from around the house to watch that part again.
Posted by: jodilyn | Apr 22, 2005 5:28:50 PM
yo braffo!
good to hear from you again. dude- if you came out with garden state action figures, i would buy you in a second! i think it would be a good investment. hah. anywho, have an awesome time in canada-- one of my favorite places. and enjoy the drums heh- didnt know you played them!
X0X0X0,
Preetika, your hot indian princess lover
Posted by: Preetika | Apr 22, 2005 5:33:38 PM
OMFG that would be so cool if you did a Kevin Smith movie!
Posted by: Fez | Apr 22, 2005 5:35:17 PM
You'll love Canada! I know, because I live here. Plus it's not even cold anymore! Yaaay!
I saw you in some magazine with your dog, and he is SO cute. My dog barked at the picture, I think she wants his body.
That video's pretty funny, but check this shit out: http://www.big-boys.com/articles/numanuma.html
It WINS at random hilarity!
Now, let's see, things to do while in Montreal...well, if you're into that, there's tons of porn. And shopping on St. Catherine street. And getting totally lost in the dark in the trashy section of the city, complete with "wanted" and "lost" posters, trying to find your way to the movies. Or maybe that's just what *I* do while in Montreal...
You know what? Honestly, the first time I saw your movie made me realize how insane it is that I'm alive. And I have completely random moments of "wow" every so often. And - this is completely unrelated, but I was reminded of it - you know how there's no possible way you can remember every single moment? For example, walking in the door of your house; you remember doing it, but you don't remember every single time you've done it. And I wonder how many little random moments like that have gotten lost somewhere. It's like there are tiny, insignificant (we assume) bits of us that have just disappeared.
Oh man, that was so random, sorry about that. XP
You're amazing, have fun in Montreal! :)
Posted by: Glop | Apr 22, 2005 5:36:51 PM
Hey Zach,
Happy birthday!!
I voted :)
Still loving the Garden State Soundtrack too, btw..
I love that you post in here and seem so normal - I always look forward to reading more :)
Have fun in Canada!
Posted by: jaz | Apr 22, 2005 5:40:17 PM
I just have to say that every time I read an update from you I smile. Your blogs are such a joy to everyone who reads them. Thanks for making me smile today!
Posted by: Sarah | Apr 22, 2005 5:40:58 PM
garden state action figures? aweeesome. they should be complete with karate chop action haha. anyway you never cease to ROCK. thanks for taking the time to give us an update. =)
Posted by: Diana | Apr 22, 2005 5:43:45 PM
Hey Hey! Canada...wonderful... sitting here drinking wine with a buddy who stole all Kevin Smith's money at a poker game at the falls casino....hope you love montreal and hope to see you using those oh so wonderful poker skills at our casino in Niagara Falls...( I hope I sit next to you so I can take your money! Awesome song: In the Arms by Amos Lee
Posted by: Melissa | Apr 22, 2005 5:44:26 PM
Ummm, you know if you didn't like the dog sweater you totally could have sent it back. Just kidding! That wasn't me!
So, Canada, eh? I hear it's beautiful up there this time of year, but I think you should make your next film in San Diego. No really, I'll give you my own random, fun & quirky tour of the town. It'll be fun!
No? I thought that sounded a little stalker-ish.
And I would totally buy a Large action figure. Can you get the dog (complete with humping action & "lipstick")?
Thanks for keeping with this blog. You rock!
Peace & love,
Katie
Posted by: Katie | Apr 22, 2005 5:46:27 PM
dis actu my second time o bein hea..but lucky enough to hit a new post straight away=)
zach i actu nva knew ur real name til i watched witout a paddle..coz i love scrubs n im alwyas like oyea JD lol then went to c paddle n i was like woh ur soo talented!even tho it was also a comedy but i mean the character is jus so not JD..n my sis was actu like "no thats no JD"..
but wat reaaly brought me here was garden state..U WERE AMAZING!seriously u n natalie reaaly got a chemistry togetha..i was soo moved by that..ur actin that is..but then i went online searchin info abou dis movie..n found out u were the director aswell! only 2 words for u.."Beautifully Captured"
keep it up man cant wait to c ur nx movie!!
Posted by: Steve | Apr 22, 2005 5:48:26 PM
Have fun in Canada! Good luck making "The Last Kiss". I can't wait to see some new work from you.
I want a Sam and Large action figure! How rad.
"Take a deep breath and realize how completely insane it is that you're alive." How true and simple that is.
Posted by: Sarah | Apr 22, 2005 5:49:27 PM
Thank you for keeping us updated. You are amazing.
Posted by: The Ren | Apr 22, 2005 5:50:03 PM
I hope you don't get tired of hearing how great "Garden State" was. I really enjoyed it. I did all the things a good movie is supposed to make you do, watching it. Laugh, cry, and buy the damn soundtrack as soon as the credits start rolling. And to be honest, that is the only soundtrack that I have ever heard that I have liked every single song on there.
Anyhoo, thank you for continuing to post. I like reading about your adventures. You're so much fun to read.
I vote for Garden State action figures! Definitely need the guy with the armor - oh and PLEASE give us Largeman with 'BALLS' written on his forehead...I *want* that hanging from my rearview mirror...kidding.
Oooo - what about creating a series of Garden State Dixiecups, Zach? Tear-catchers, baybee.
Much love from the Minnesota State,
Bri
Posted by: bripadme | Apr 22, 2005 5:50:31 PM
Hey...It's my first post here, and Zach, I hope you keep on rocking. I'm from Colombia and it's so cool to see how many people around the world are at this place.
Keep up the good work.
Doin' good.
Posted by: Andres | Apr 22, 2005 5:51:50 PM
hi
i m french, Garden state came wednesday in France and i see it yesterday...i m a big fan of scrubs and i waited for this film many month...i like it i like it
"merci zach"
so i don t know if you read every comments, i don t think so...doesn t matter
thank you Zach...
you kissed Natalie, haw lucky you are...bad guy!!!!i m so jealous!
salut
Posted by: vincent | Apr 22, 2005 5:53:10 PM
Hey Zach! I'm a long time reader first time poster. Just wanted to say since your coming up north for a couple months you'd like to get acquainted with some good canadian music. Try Stars - Don't be afraid to sing, or Your Ex-Lover is Dead, and anything from Howie Beck. Enjoy canada, it's aboot time eh.
Posted by: Vash | Apr 22, 2005 5:56:13 PM
haiku 04/22/05 (earth day)
silent bob is a
very suave man. action
figures would be cool?
Posted by: Catherine | Apr 22, 2005 5:56:37 PM
hey man, nice to hear from you again. I am german and I just spent the whole night talking to an american. you guys don't seem to be that stupid after all ;-) well, anyway, keep up the good work. and please, don't make GS action figures, that would definitely suck. who needs action figures for something that touches you in your heart?!?!
keep on bloging!
greets
Posted by: stefan | Apr 22, 2005 5:59:45 PM
Alright, the Garden State/Zach Braff blog of advertisements!
Posted by: Nate | Apr 22, 2005 6:02:43 PM
Saw the "Chariot" vid on AOL.
Awesome job. :o)
Posted by: LeenieMak | Apr 22, 2005 6:03:02 PM
Haha. That was really funny; it made my day. :)
Posted by: Melissa | Apr 22, 2005 6:03:02 PM
Zach,
have a great time in Canada, pack some stuff for cool weather. It's great to escape there for the summer, I usually like to head North to escape the hot town, summer in the city here in the Mid-Atlantics. Your project sounds great. Groove on your creative juices and enjoy the moment! I've been doing just that in my garden. Listen to "Gracie" off the new Ben Folds. Peace.
Posted by: sarah | Apr 22, 2005 6:05:44 PM
ack!! all i have to figgen say is that your amazing!!!!
Posted by: alex | Apr 22, 2005 6:09:29 PM
HELLO ZACH!!!!!!!!
It´s good to know about you and your proyects, i hope you have a great time in Canada and i also hope that some day you can come to Mexico City to spend a couple of days here.
I wish you a great begining in your new movie and thanks for the tips you give, i definitively it will bear them in mind.
Look after yourself very much Bye!!!!
LO.
Posted by: Lorena O. | Apr 22, 2005 6:10:10 PM
Awesome that you are meeting with Kevin about Fletch. I have been reading his Boring Ass Life. It's pretty funny and cannot believes he is that in depth with what he does from day to day. It's obvious he loves to write. You on the otherhand seem to fly by the seat of your pants and chime in when you have pretty important stuff to tell us, which is great. Thank you, I like your pants.
Tell us aboot how the films going when you can eh.
Like my Canadian accent?
Your fogs,
k.
Posted by: Kristy S. | Apr 22, 2005 6:11:29 PM
I am continually impressed every time you post. I LOVE it! I just think its so great to beable to be up dated on everything you've got going on. I really think you are great and I'm sure you get quite enough ego boosts every time you read these notes so I wont gush but lets just say I really admire your life and I'd LOVE to have a Zach Braff action figgure. Have fun in Canada, eh?
Posted by: Devynn | Apr 22, 2005 6:11:32 PM
Hey Zach Braff. I just wanted to tell you that all my friends think that this blog is totally written by a publicist. But I believe. And they continue to laugh.
-Kelsey
Posted by: Kelsey | Apr 22, 2005 6:15:40 PM
So I just bought "The Passion of Ayn Rand" off eBay. I guess it was a showtime movie. I'm a huge Randist. It's based on a true story. Not enough Rand books are movies right now. There was an attempt at "The Fountainhead," but I think the cinema was all wrong.
Someone owns the rights to "Atlas Shrugged" but I think plans on that are rather stagnant. There's a "We the Living" Italian independent film made in 1942 without rights... later cut in the 80s for distribution in the US.
You should work on making a better modern-day Fountainhead. that'd kick ass.
If you read this comment, you should write me back with some non sequitur. It'd be neat.
Posted by: Renee Pieschke | Apr 22, 2005 6:17:26 PM
Garden State Action Figures *SO* need to happen now!
Then we can all finally play out our "Large Meets Jay and Silent Bob" scenarios!
That would be wicked...
Posted by: Rob K | Apr 22, 2005 6:20:46 PM
Hmm...my school probably has "L'ultimo Baccio" at the Language Learning Center. Since I just happen to be an Italian major, maybe I'll check it out... I'm sure it'll be way cooler in English though!
Posted by: Renee | Apr 22, 2005 6:25:39 PM
*ROFL*
OMG, i can't stop laughing! that WAS the funniest thing i've ever seen! where the heck was that clip from?
i would buy those GS figurines...even the humping dog? that would be crazy!
And, have fun in canada!
Posted by: Lilian | Apr 22, 2005 6:25:56 PM
watched arrested development. you should be proud. i don't know why, but yeah. it was hilarious! no other words can describe. heh. i can't wait 'til Jason bateman'll be on scrubs, but yes. i'll keep my eyes open. ;) i love scrubs. oh. i love how you and elliot interact. haha. tha's a stupid statement, but yeah. i do love it. i love the line, "i will never talk to you when you're on the can" or..something like that. heh.
nice post. i thought you were telling us you were leaving..but yay!!!! you're not!! notice my exclamation points!!!!
sooooo..... coolio that proj greenlight's your current fav. show.
happy belated b-day!
Posted by: ange | Apr 22, 2005 6:32:25 PM
LOL I watched it like a million times and it got even funnier everytime I watched it. I can't stop laughing even thinking about it! lol
I really thought I was going to be somewhere in the top 10 people to comment. How do you guys do it?!
Posted by: Anetta | Apr 22, 2005 6:34:46 PM
Hmmm... this was the first week in almost a year that I missed an episode of Scrubs. I was really on the verge of tears. That is just sad.
If there were GS action figures... oh my life would be complete! I would set up new scenes everyday and make my own little Garden State. You know, Garden State 2: The Wedding!
You should make different outfits for them.
I love Gavin's video! You did a great job! BTW... I saw you on Entertainment Tonight a few weeks ago talking about it. It made me pretty happy.
Okay, gotta go. My dog has decided to "sing". Yes, I have a singing dog. It sounds like Chewbaka.
~Whitney~
singerdreamer@hotmail.com
http://www.myspace.com/bored_girl
Posted by: Whitney | Apr 22, 2005 6:38:39 PM
Hey Zach
You are the best, and I look forward to seeing your new site.
Posted by: Elizabeth | Apr 22, 2005 6:43:25 PM
loved the video!! ur an awesome director and i cant wait to see more of your work!!
Posted by: rebecca | Apr 22, 2005 6:45:13 PM
Great to hear from you again Zach! I look forward to your new site and new projects. Project Greenlight is one of my favorite shows. I watch it every week. Hey I got a song recommendation for you. "Way to Fall" by Starsailor. PLEASE say something if you like it (pretty please). Anyhoo, I'll try to vote for the video and site, and yes, a Sam figure would be AWESOME, haha. Talk to you later.
Posted by: robert | Apr 22, 2005 6:46:35 PM
Grrr... I checked this thing like, every day since your last entry hoping to be higher on the list of posts, and dang it! Ya slipped one in there when I wasn't looking! Anyway, nice to hear from ya. I have AOL, and I will go check out Gavin's video. Happy be-lated B-day! :) Hope it was a good one. Can't wait for you to get the site off the ground, and can't wait for the movie. I think Garden State actions figures would be awesome, but I might be a little naughty with yours...lol Just kidding. Ouch, that video looked like it hurt. At least he attempted a backflip, I can't even do a cartwheel. :P I voted in the Webby Awards, so I hope this blog wins. Anyway, Scrubs has been great, and you were awesome on Arrested Development! Band you should hear: Lifehouse. I think you would like them, they have three albums out but I think you'd like the second one, Stanley Climbfall (weird name I know) the best. Anyway, check em out.
Til next time,
Luv, cute butts, and puppy guts, Kat :P
Posted by: Kat | Apr 22, 2005 6:50:21 PM
love you. love garden state. one suggestion. damien rice. listen to him. if you have can i get an amen for the amazing..ness..? thanks again for scrubs. it keeps me going during the week. i swear
Posted by: suzie | Apr 22, 2005 6:53:20 PM
basically, i think you are the coolest person. and yes, project greenlight is one of the greatest shows. the only reality show i can stand.
Posted by: robin | Apr 22, 2005 6:53:40 PM
I hope you weren't kidding about the action figures, cause I totally want a Largeman one. I'm glad you are preserving the site, by moving it. Gotta have my Zach fix.
Posted by: Kimberly | Apr 22, 2005 6:56:39 PM
Hey zach I love you! :)
Posted by: Christina | Apr 22, 2005 7:00:55 PM
Although I know you hear this all the time I just want to say that I love Scrubs and I love your movie Garden State. I am happy to see you becoming so successful and I wish you the best of luck in your career. Love the link to that video btw. That was too hilarious!
Posted by: Stacie | Apr 22, 2005 7:07:45 PM
You know, there must be something in the waters of Jersey because, look at you, Kevin AND the guys from My Chemical Romance! You're all talent and beautiful! ( Kevin is beautiful in his own slient/mostly not so slient/ way) I LOVE Kevin Smith, Clerks is one of the funniest movie in the 90's.
And I love the Garvin DeGraw video, it's really really well made. I love it! Also loved the Donald Faison spot in the video :)
Speaking of videoes, wouldn't it be amazing if you had the chance to direct a Shins or Flaming Lips video? Yes, it would be amazingly fantastic!
Lastly, good luck and have fun with "Last Kiss", I can't wait to see you and Rachel Bilson on the same screen space :)
Oh yeah, it is absolutely insane that we're still alive.
And chck out Bloc Party!!!! They're the new gods of music! (Well, after The Hives, anyway)
Love and lots of geeky fandom worship, Asha.
Posted by: Asha | Apr 22, 2005 7:08:55 PM
I had to leave your NU talk for a voice lesson right after you started explaining that scene you left off the DVD. (Luckily, the other 4,000 theatre majors filled me in.) But you apologized for the studio 22 film, and I thought it was funny, and pretty, and...I love the optimism that's present in your work. Yeah, that had to be said.
As for Dean Martin, she put two generations of my family through hell. And rumor has it, when Heather Headley was a credit short and wanted to graduate before leaving to play AIDA on broadway, guess who said 'no'?
Enough about NU. If someone (me), wanted to actually send you a song, how could they do that?
Safe travels, and matzoh ball soup to you.
smiles,
allie
Posted by: Allie on a Sun Day | Apr 22, 2005 7:08:59 PM
As always, Scrubs = rockin.
Can't wait to see your next project.
Lovely work on the Gavin DeGraw video! Much better than his previous endeavor... no offense to DeGraw of course- technically it was great, but conceptually... a little weak...
Anyhow, keep up the amazing work!
Posted by: Corrie | Apr 22, 2005 7:09:21 PM
Zach,
It's so great that you are still writing to us all here. I know I appreciate it and I'm sure everyone else dose as well. Having Kevin Smith make you lunch, eh? YOU HAVE ARRIVED! haha. Good luck with the movie.
A music recommendation for you: Joel Plaskett or the Joel Plaskett Emergency Band. He and they are from canada. Good stuff. To me at least....
-Jeff
Posted by: jeffery shackleford | Apr 22, 2005 7:09:46 PM
I saw you on Baby-Sitters Club!
Posted by: Lillie | Apr 22, 2005 7:11:37 PM
Great video!!
Posted by: Rachel | Apr 22, 2005 7:13:28 PM
You are going to like Canada - Montreal especially is a cool and very chill city. Thanks for the link to that video... hahaha it gave me a good laugh. I think the fact that you're continuing updating your blog for so long and even moving it to your own site is amazing. This is why you've got such dedicated fans - you really know how to treat us. You're amazing, Zach :)
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