Zack and Miri Make a Porno

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Lifelong platonic friends Zack (Rogen) and Miri (Banks) look to solve their respective cashflow problems by making an adult film together. As the cameras roll, however, the duo begin to sense that they may have more feelings for each other than they previously thought.
  • Starring: Seth Rogen, Elizabeth Banks
  • Directed by: Kevin Smith
  • Runtime: 1 hour 42 minutes
  • Release year: 2008
  • Studio: The Weinstein Company
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Synopsis: Lifelong platonic friends Zack (Rogen) and Miri (Banks) look to solve their respective cashflow problems by making an adult film together. As the cameras roll, however, the duo begin to sense that they may have more feelings for each other than they previously thought.
Starring: Seth Rogen, Elizabeth Banks
Supporting actors: Craig Robinson, Jason Mewes, Jeff Anderson, Traci Lords, Katie Morgan, Bradon Routh, Ricky Mabe, Tisha Campbell-Martin, Gerry Bednob
Directed by: Kevin Smith
Genre: Comedy, Romance
Runtime: 1 hour 42 minutes
Captions and Subtitles: Details
Release year: 2008
Studio: The Weinstein Company
MPAA Rating: Rated R on appeal for strong crude sexual content including dialogue, graphic nudity and pervasive language (re-rating on appeal)
ASIN: B001RVQSYI
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  • US Theatrical Release Date: October 31, 2008
  • MPAA: Rated R on appeal for strong crude sexual content including dialogue, graphic nudity and pervasive language (re-rating on appeal)
  • Production Company: Blue Askew, Weinstein Company, The, View Askew Productions
  • Filming Locations: Monroeville Mall - Business Route 22, Monroeville, Pennsylvania, USA | Monroeville, Pennsylvania, USA | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

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3.8 out of 5 stars
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84 of 101 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Funny, raunch stuff! Kevin Smith tries to outdo Apatow. January 13, 2009
By RMurray847 VINE™ VOICE
Format:Blu-ray
First there was Kevin Smith, with his patented brand of hugely over-the-top raunch in CLERKS. As he "matured," he added a level of true feeling behind this work in CHASING AMY. And then he sort of lost his way with a few pretty awful films. Meanwhile, Judd Apatow established himself as the King of Sweet Raunch with 40 YEAR OLD VIRGIN, KNOCKED UP, SUPERBAD, etc. In these films, the characters spoke about sex with a level of filthy detail never before heard. They indulged in reckless behavior. They were the kinds of people films had for decades told us were "bad." Yet we recognized people we knew in them, or even ourselves. They were also infused with an innocence and an acknowledgement that behind all the strutting bluster, we all just want to be loved. They acknowledged the weakness in men, and the strength in women who can make these men pull themselves up by their bootstraps and start to take life seriously. This was the Apatow "brand."

Now Kevin Smith has come storming back to reclaim his part of that little mountain. While his ZACK AND MIRI MAKE A PORNO doesn't re-establish him as King, it reminds us that Apatow and others owe him a debt...and that he's still capable of out-raunching the raunchiest stuff we've seen. And, as will be no surprise to anyone who has seen the trailers for the film, he mixes in the "sweet" stuff pretty well too.

The presence of Apatow disciple Seth Rogan makes the film seem more like an Apatow film than perhaps it really is. For example, in movies like SUPERBAD, there is actually relatively little sex being had. Characters talk about it, and they sure would like to be indulging in it...but not much happens. In ZACK & MIRI, a great deal of sex is had and shown.... Read more ›
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41 of 49 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Hilarious January 20, 2009
By Jason VINE™ VOICE
Format:DVD
I won't beat around the bush: "Zack and Miri" is easily one of the funniest movies I've ever seen. It's a laugh riot from beginning to end, and even after the credits role (hint hint).

There is no disguise or misdirection; it's exactly what is expected. It's foul-mouthed concoction of obscenities, smut, juvenile humor, tons of pop-culture references, and a good deal of smart dialogue. It's parody at the pinnacle of the genre, making fun of the 70's and 80's porn industry, when it was in a developmental and transitional phase before today's high-end adult films - or so I've heard anyway. Make no mistake; however, there is also a very serious approach taken (which gets a bit sappy), and true devotion and respect is paid to not only porn (which is odd), but also the hilariously crass Smith (Apatow-esque) comedy (which is expected). Smith nails it.

There are countless highlights and laughs throughout. The best scenes, however, are those leading up to filming of the cheesy porn. Selecting the name for the movie, coming up with "Star Whores" (and hilarious names for the rest of the series), while ripping through raunchy variations of several other movies, almost made me convulse from laughter. Some may have a problem believing Seth Rogen as a porn star, thinking the concept as real as the silicone on a typical adult set, but Ron Jeremy pretty much negates that argument. There is no doubt, however, that Elizabeth Banks could easily be a megastar if she were to turn to the dark side. Their onset chemistry is definitely what makes the movie work.

It's definitely not for the easily offended. I'd go so far as to say that it's a fairly smart comedy if one can get around perpetual F-Bombs.... Read more ›
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17 of 19 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Very funny, but also crude and not for the easily offended February 4, 2009
By terpfan1980 VINE™ VOICE
Format:Blu-ray|Amazon Verified Purchase
I had the luxury of seeing this film on the big screen with a friend. Having seen reviews we knew to expect it to be funny, but also that it would be crude. It was that and more.

Be aware that like many of Judd Apatow's films Zack and Miri includes 'bonus' full frontal footage (male, full frontal footage that is) to add to the humor and/or shock value. Expect at least a couple of those type scenes and don't say you weren't forewarned before watching the film.

Once past that issue, viewers should also be aware that there's one scene that isn't for those with a weak stomach. It's quite funny, but also incredibly crude and honestly surprised me that it made it past the MPAA on the way to the R rating that the film carried when it was aired in theatres. You'll likely find it nearly impossible not to laugh, but it's also going to be something you'll want to turn away from. Note that I don't want to spoil the film or the scene, but you'll be able to see what's coming and can probably figure out in advance what I'm referring to so you should also be able to be prepared.

The film itself is not just funny and crude (and lewd as well), it's also, as promised on the quote from Time magazine critic Richard Corliss on the cover art for the Blu-ray disc "Sweet, Funny and Sexy." While writer/director Kevin Smith was obviously going for cheap humor, he opted to wrap it up nicely in a sweet tale of two down on their luck friends. Thanks to a very funny supporting cast, everything works pretty well and makes the end result a film that should crack you up.

What isn't included on the Blu-ray, unfortunately, is a commentary from the director. Smith decided not to do a commentary track for the current release of the film.... Read more ›
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4.0 out of 5 stars Funny movie!!!
Heard about this movie from a friend who thought it was funny.

he was right!

If you haven't seen it yet you should add it to your watch list!
Published 4 days ago by Semaj
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Published 14 days ago by Darlina Anthony
3.0 out of 5 stars so much more potential
this movie got lost somewhere ?? probably in writing/concept stage, had so much potential, the grotesque elements of movie were not needed, and i dont have a weak stomach, they... Read more
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Published 27 days ago by Malcolm Taylor
3.0 out of 5 stars It was alright
A few funny moments and scenes. Overall just okay. Feel like they missed some opportunities. Very explicit, obviously by the title that seems pretty obvious, I didn't have a... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Justin M. Rinaldi
4.0 out of 5 stars Very funny film
I enjoyed this film. Parts of it were very funny and some was just gross funny. The plot was predictable but I liked it.
Published 1 month ago by Frequent buyer
1.0 out of 5 stars not good
TThe copy i received does not work for this region. It cann only work on my computer. Its Very inconvenient
Published 1 month ago by sepwe
4.0 out of 5 stars Funny and tacky
This is definitely R-Rated. It is funny if you like gutter humor. It is really more of a love story, rather than a porno.
Published 2 months ago by Chris Lannan
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