Zack and Miri Make a Porno

Zack and Miri Make a Porno
Name	Zack and Miri Make a Porno
Director	Kevin Smith
Producer	Scott Mosier
Writer	Kevin Smith
Starring	Seth Rogen, Elizabeth Banks, Craig Robinson, Jason Mewes, Jeff Anderson, Traci Lords
Studio	The Weinstein Company, View Askew Productions
Country	United States
Language	English

Zack and Miri Make a Porno is a 2008 American romantic comedy film written and directed by Kevin Smith, starring Seth Rogen and Elizabeth Banks as the titular characters, alongside Craig Robinson, Jason Mewes, Jeff Anderson, and Traci Lords. The film was produced by Scott Mosier and distributed by The Weinstein Company and View Askew Productions. Seth Rogen and Elizabeth Banks' on-screen chemistry was praised by critics, with many comparing their performances to those in other notable films, such as Knocked Up and Superbad, which also starred Seth Rogen and were directed by Judd Apatow. The film's script was written by Kevin Smith, who is known for his work on Clerks, Mallrats, and Chasing Amy.

Plot

The film follows Zack Brown (played by Seth Rogen) and Miri Linky (played by Elizabeth Banks), two lifelong friends and roommates who are struggling to pay their bills. After attending their high school reunion, they learn that their Facebook profiles have been updated, and they decide to make a pornographic film to raise money. They assemble a team, including Delaney (played by Craig Robinson), Deacon (played by Jeff Anderson), and Lester (played by Jason Mewes), to help them produce the film. As they work on the project, Zack and Miri develop feelings for each other, which complicates their friendship and the production of the film. The film's plot is reminiscent of other romantic comedies, such as When Harry Met Sally, which was directed by Rob Reiner and starred Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan. The film also explores themes of friendship and love, which are common in films like The Big Lebowski, directed by Joel Coen and Ethan Coen, and starring Jeff Bridges and John Goodman.

Production

The film was written and directed by Kevin Smith, who is known for his work on Clerks, Mallrats, and Chasing Amy. The film was produced by Scott Mosier and distributed by The Weinstein Company and View Askew Productions. The film's cast, including Seth Rogen, Elizabeth Banks, Craig Robinson, Jason Mewes, and Jeff Anderson, was assembled by Kevin Smith and Scott Mosier. The film was shot on location in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and Monroeville, Pennsylvania, with additional scenes filmed in Los Angeles, California. The film's production was influenced by other notable films, such as Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy, directed by Adam McKay and starring Will Ferrell, and The 40-Year-Old Virgin, directed by Judd Apatow and starring Steve Carell.

Cast

The film stars Seth Rogen as Zack Brown, Elizabeth Banks as Miri Linky, Craig Robinson as Delaney, Jason Mewes as Lester, and Jeff Anderson as Deacon. The film also features Traci Lords as Bubbles, a pornographic actress who helps the group produce their film. The cast's performances were praised by critics, with many noting the chemistry between Seth Rogen and Elizabeth Banks. The film's cast is similar to that of other notable films, such as Superbad, which starred Michael Cera and Jonah Hill, and Pineapple Express, which starred Seth Rogen and James Franco.

Release

The film was released on October 31, 2008, by The Weinstein Company and View Askew Productions. The film premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and was later released in theaters across the United States. The film's release was accompanied by a marketing campaign that included trailers, posters, and interviews with the cast and crew. The film's release was influenced by other notable films, such as Knocked Up, which was directed by Judd Apatow and starred Seth Rogen and Katherine Heigl, and Forgetting Sarah Marshall, which was directed by Nicholas Stoller and starred Jason Segel and Russell Brand.

Reception

The film received generally positive reviews from critics, with many praising the chemistry between Seth Rogen and Elizabeth Banks. The film holds a Rotten Tomatoes score of 68%, based on 172 reviews, with an average rating of 6.1/10. The film was also a commercial success, grossing over $42 million at the box office. The film's reception was influenced by other notable films, such as The Hangover, directed by Todd Phillips and starring Bradley Cooper and Ed Helms, and Bridesmaids, directed by Paul Feig and starring Kristen Wiig and Melissa McCarthy.

Soundtrack

The film's soundtrack features a mix of rock music, pop music, and hip hop music. The soundtrack includes songs by LIVE, Foo Fighters, The Black Keys, and Ray LaMontagne. The film's score was composed by James L. Venable, who has also worked on other films, such as Clerks II and Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back. The soundtrack was released on October 28, 2008, by Rhino Entertainment and features 14 tracks. The film's soundtrack is similar to that of other notable films, such as Garden State, which featured songs by The Shins and Iron & Wine, and Juno, which featured songs by The Moldy Peaches and Kimya Dawson.

Category:American romantic comedy films