Posted by Daisykins at 207.16.63.246 on March 17, 2004 at 10:18:46:
In Reply to: Ya'll better lay that fucking podium down... posted by Kevin on March 17, 2004 at 10:01:31:
I saw Jersey Girl at the premiere and thought it was terrific. Congratulations. You got some absolutely amazing performances out of your actors, and I'm giving YOU the lion's share of credit for that. I didn't get a chance to say hi and congrats at the premiere party (what's with the bodyguard goon squad?), but loved seeing your family & friends looking so happy.
I was curious about the marketing strategy for the film. (I know it's all Miramax, but figure you're probably in on the decision, if not driving them.) It feels like you're doing a ton of "sneak" previews. (It's amazing how many people on the board have seen this thing, between test audiences a few months back and the spate of showings across the last few weeks). Are you at all worried that everyone who wants to see the film will have seen it already? Or is this how creating a "word of mouth" movie works? (Is this what they did for Big Fat Greek Wedding or Shakespeare in Love? How has this worked successfully before?)
Potential spoiler:
I'm also curious about the choices you made in editing the Jennifer Lopez scenes. You've talked in interviews about the scenes you took out (the wedding montage), but what was it about the ones you left in that made you leave them in? (I was sad not to see the one we'd heard where Ollie & Gertie are discussing Howard Stern, for example.)
Best of luck with the movie. I'm looking forward to seeing it -- AGAIN! (And bringing all my friends and loved ones with me this time.)