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- May, 9th
Who is Kickstarter for?
Kickstarter: May 9, 2013The creators of Kickstarter address the criticism that projects such as Veronica Mars and Zach Braff's film is hurting crowdsourcing.
The Veronica Mars and Zach Braff projects have brought tens of thousands of new people to Kickstarter. 63% of those people had never backed a project before. Thousands of them have since gone on to back other projects, with more than $400,000 pledged to 2,200 projects so far. Nearly 40% of that has gone to other film projects.
- May, 7th
Max Greenfield Dishes on Schmidt's Fitness Routine, 'Veronica Mars' Kickstarter
Yahoo news: May 7, 2013Max Greenfield (Deputy Leo) mentions the VM movie in this interview.
"It was very odd, because about a week before, I was at a Kings game and ran into Kristen. And Kristen had taken a picture, and she tweeted it out, and then it got all this press. And you're thinking, it really is silly that somebody doesn't do a movie. I'm telling you a week later, the Kickstarter thing happened. ... One of the coolest things I've ever seen."
- May, 1st
Kickstarted: Veronica Mars Comes Back To Life
Texas Monthly: May 1, 2013Texas Monthly has an article about the Veronica Mars Kickstarter project and celebration (VeronicaBars) in Austin.
- April, 13th
'Veronica Mars' Kickstarter Ends With a Bang
Austin Chronicle: April 13, 2013Article about the Veronica Mars Kickstarter project and celebration (VeronicaBars) in Austin.
The Veronica Mars Movie: Live from the Kickstarter Party in Austin
Geekiary: April 13, 2013Recap of the Veronica Mars Kickstarter celebration (VeronicaBars) in Austin.
We're All Marshmallows: Rob Thomas Thanks "Veronica Mars" Movie Project Supporters
Pajiba: April 13, 2013Recap of the Veronica Mars Kickstarter celebration (VeronicaBars) in Austin.
- April, 12th
Rob Thomas on His $5M Veronica Mars Kickstarter and the Future of Fan-Funded Film
Wired: April 12, 2013Interview with Rob Thomas
- April, 11th
Hollywood's new funding model: Kickstarter
CNN: April 11, 2013CNN aired a story about VM Kickstarter project.
- April, 8th
CBC Radio interview with Rob Thomas.
CBC Radio: April 8, 2013Rob did an interview with CBC Radio.
- April, 2nd
New Kickstarter goal
Kickstarter: April 2, 2013They have added a $1 pledge level in hopes of getting more backers than other any Kickstarter project.
Jason Dohring has signed onto the movie
Kickstarter: April 2, 2013Rob announces that Jason Dohring has officially signed onto the movie.
- March, 21st
Rob Thomas: 10 Things You Need to Know About the 'Veronica Mars' movie
EW.com: March 21, 2013Another Rob Thomas interview.
“What I had my heart set on when we’ve launched, what I hoped to get to, was $5 million. And I figure anything over $5 million, I’m pretty damn happy. Anything under $5 million, I was going to be less happy. That was like my mental happiness point.”
It’s not as though you can look at our total, like right now we’re at $3.5 [million], and say, “That’s, $3.5 for their production budget.” It’s going got be significantly less than that once we send out 50,000 t-shirts and all those DVDs and posters and pay to rent the giant theaters for premieres. There’s a lot of overhead.”
- March, 20th
Veronica Mars Movie: 7 Big Spoilers — Including V's New BF, Who Won't Be Back and More
TV Line: March 20, 2013Michael Ausiello gets seven spoilers from Rob about the movie.
- March, 18th
Veronica Mars Movie Scoop: Rob Thomas Dishes on Possibly Bringing Series Back to TV, Max Greenfield's Return!
E online: March 18, 2013Interview with Rob Thomas.
Ask Matt: Veronica Mars Reborn, Cancellation Anxiety, the Vegas Move
TV Guide: March 18, 2013Matt Roush answers a question about the Veronica Mars movie.
I'm pretty sure everyone in the industry and beyond was astonished — gobsmacked is another favorite word that comes to mind — at how quickly this all happened, in part because as you noted Veronica Mars was the cult-iest of cult shows and has been off the air (though apparently not out of mind) for six years. But as we all know, fan passion runs deep, and in this case, they put their money where it mattered, in a unique (for now) circumstance that gives them pride of participation, if not ownership.
ROB THOMAS TALKS VERONICA MARS AND WHY BIG MOVIE PROJECTS AREN’T BREAKING KICKSTARTER
Fast Company: March 18, 2013Another interview with Rob Thomas. This interview talks about the financial aspects of getting the movie made.
"We’re at $3.5 million now but people can’t think that we have a $3.5 million budget. We have probably 70% of that once you fulfill all the items."
'Veronica Mars' Movie: Rob Thomas Talks Details, Fears And How It Almost All Fell Apart
Huffington Post: March 18, 2013An long interview with Rob Thomas.
- March, 17th
Francis Capra IAmA Reddit Q&A
Reddit: March 17, 2013Francis Capra answers fan questions on Reddit. Here's a summary of his replies. Here's the full thread.
- March, 15th
Has 'Veronica Mars' Ushered in a New Era of Movie Development?
Hollywood Reporter: March 15, 2013Hollywood Reporter talks about what the VM Kickstarter campaign could mean for other projects.
“We’re in the zeitgeist moment,” says [Zachary Levi]. “Veronica Mars is moving the needle [toward a new development model]. I think it’ll behoove studios to get on this train.”
“I never assumed it was a realistic option until Rob Thomas and Kristen Bell pulled it off,” [Bryan Fuller] says. “It’s going to be easier to get in line behind Veronica Mars. The question is whether that next show is going to be as well-suited to this process. I imagine that it’s quite a bit of legwork and loopholes and legalities to navigate. I have so many questions for Rob Thomas—I sent him an e-mail earlier today.”
Greenlight! History Made with the Veronica Mars Film Project
Time Warner blog: March 15, 2013Blog post from WB PR department about the success of the Veronica Mars Kickstarter campaign.
It’s already clear that this was a historic moment in crowd-funding that shows there are new ways that beloved characters and stories can connect with their fan base. We can’t say definitely where this will lead for us, for film-making, or for Hollywood—but we can say this: yes, there will be a Veronica Mars movie.
'Veronica Mars' creator to give the people what they want
L.A. Times: March 15, 2013L.A. Times interviews Rob and Kristen.
Thomas told The Times he feels "an absurd amount of pressure" from the enthusiastic fan response. "I feel like we have 45,000 backers," he said of the online donors, who now surpass 50,000. "I suspect they all want a slightly different version of the 'Veronica Mars Movie.' "
At times, as he developed film scripts based on the series, Thomas said he considered reinventing "Veronica Mars" as a "cool noir thriller" in the mold of Steven Soderbergh's "Side Effects."
"At the end of the day, you know what? This is a crowd-funded movie. I should give the people what they want," Thomas said. "I think the fans want to see their favorite characters.... They want to see Veronica do what she does."
Harvey Weinstein on the Kickstarter-Funded Veronica Mars Movie: “I’d Be Happy to Distribute It”
Vanity Fair: March 15, 2013Hollywood bigwig Harvey Weinstein is a VM fan.
Weinstein also mentioned that he thinks using Kickstarter to raise funds for a Veronica Mars movie is a good idea. “Why not? I love Veronica Mars, and I love Kristen Bell,” he told VF Daily. He’d consider picking up distribution, should it get made. “If they give it to me, I’ll be happy to distribute it.”
- March, 14th
Joss Whedon On Kickstarter And “Firefly”: “It Doesn't Just Open The Floodgates”
Buzzfeed: March 14, 2013Interview with Joss Whedon about the Veronica Mars movie and why a Firefly movie isn' coming anytime soon.
Adam B. Vary: So what was your reaction when you heard this was happening with Veronica Mars and it was so successful?
Joss Whedon: It was unfettered joy. A) I thought it was an awesome and ballsy move. B) I love V. Mars and want more of it. And C) It feels like a real game-changer. Like, not since Louis C.K. [selling his comedy special directly online].
Exclusive: 'Veronica Mars' creator Rob Thomas on the wildly successful Kickstarter movie campaign
Hitflix: March 14, 2013Long interview with Rob Thomas.
26 Best Cult TV Shows Ever
EW.com: March 14, 2013Veronica Μars is number 14 on EW's list of the 26 best cult shows.
- March, 13th
'Veronica Mars' movie is a go! 'My mind is blown' says Rob Thomas -- EXCLUSIVE
EW.com: March 13, 2013Rob Thomas and Kristin Bell react to the fact the fans raised $2 million in less than 12 hours.
“My mind is blown. I’ve been fantasizing about this and had to tell myself, ‘Stop it, Rob, you’re being silly. You’re setting yourself up for disappointment,’” the Mars creator tells EW. “And now today has exceeded the wildest pipe dream I let myself entertain. Holy cow. We better make a good movie. These amazing fans have stepped up. We better deliver.”
“I knew Veronica Mars fans were cool, but I had no idea they could rally with such power. They are unstoppable — just like Veronica. I will have a permanent blush on my face, feeling so lucky to be associated with this entire thing,” says Bell.
'Veronica Mars' movie: Meet the guy who just pledged $10k for a speaking role
Ew.com: March 13, 2013EW.com interviews Steven Dengler, the man who gave $10,000 to Veronica Mars Kickstarter campaign.
'Veronica Mars' movie: Kristen Bell says it's finally happening... if you help -- EXCLUSIVE
EW.com: March 13, 2013Squee!! EW.com announces the Veronica Mars movie Kickstarter campaign.
- November, 29th
Photos of Enrico Colantoni guest starring on ep 6x09 of Bones
Daemons TV: November 29, 2010Enrico Colantoni and Francis Capra will be guest starring on Bones episode 6x09, airing December 9, 8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT on FOX. Not sure if they havee any scenes together. Tune in to find out.
Reviews of Burlesque
November 29, 2010Equally fine is Kristen Bell, who is at her best when playing a nasty little bitch. A few years ago I had the pleasure of seeing her as a thief and liar on HBO's Deadwood and she was brilliant, right through to her terrible death. You don't expect someone who looks like her to have to be a nasty little bitch, but when Bell is dfoing that she excels, and thus she is at her best here as the vicious Nikki. When she turns up the hate in her eyes she is a force to be reckoned with.
[Kristen Bell's] absolutely wasted in the role of Nikki, the club's star dancer with a drinking problem. Even though her character is weakly represented throughout the film, Bell manages to make more of a connection to the audience than Aguilera who's on the screen 90% of the time.
The cast is rounded out by an incredible supporting cast, including Kristen Bell as the heavy-drinking, irresponsible diva...
Cher, Tucci, and Bell are genuinely good, while Aguilera and Gigandet are just bad enough that you can enjoy a laugh or two at their expense without wanting to puke into your popcorn.
Kristen Bell was Nikki. I can't remember Kristen Bell ever being pure evil; I mean, she was pretty evil in Forgetting Sarah Marshall, but nowhere near as vile as Nikki. I liked it. Kristen Bell should be pure evil more often.
Moreover, if you love Kristen Bell, then don't see Burlesque because you may not love her any longer — she's a bitch in Burlesque, but a very unconvincing one.
The comments lamenting Kristen's post-VM career are full of snarky pity.
Interview with Percy Daggs III
My Fanbase: November 29, 2010He talks about his time on VM and his hopes for a VM movie.
Are you still in contact with some cast members from "Veronica Mars"?
Yeah I am. Teddy Dunn, (Duncan Kane) is a very close friend of mine. We're tight. Me and KB (Kristen Bell) keep in touch from time to time through email and such, as you know she is a busy lady these days and well deserved! I'm happy for her, that's my girl...Every now and then there are rumors about a "Veronica Mars" movie. Can you tell us about it?
I don't know much anymore. Late in 2008 and during last year I would hear that too. At the time I had talked to Rob it was fifty-fifty. As time passes my hope for it diminishes a little bit, but I would love to do it if it happens. If Rob, Joel Silver, and Kristen can get on board with it then who knows...- November, 27th
Veronica Mars: Season 1 [retro article]
Mutant Reviewers: November 27, 2010Pretty good review about VM.
One of the key areas in which Veronica Mars sets itself apart is its willingness to tackle darker themes. Make no mistake- VM may take place in high school, but it's far more The Shield than Dawson's Creek.
I could go on, but it boils down to one thing, and it doesn't matter whether you're a fan of detective fiction or not: Veronica Mars is television for smart people. It doesn't spoonfeed you answers, it doesn't make you wonder if the writers think you're an idiot — it trusts you to make intuitive leaps and see how things connect yourself.
- November, 26th
Kristin Chenoweth & Kristen Bell: Charity Double Dippers!
Just Jared: November 26, 2010Kristin Chenoweth is auctioning off stuffed dog dolls decorated by celeberties including Kristin Bell for charity.
Don't Leave Me This Way: Tears in Tv's Cancellation Graveyard
Shadowlocked: November 26, 2010Article about cancelled shows mentions VM.
And let us not forget Veronica Mars, the star-making vehicle for Kristen Bell. To this day, Bell asserts that if she had the funds to do it, she would fund a Veronica Mars movie herself. That's some devotion.
For Veronica Mars, it was simply that the show appealed to a select, dedicated audience, but with its extensive geek in-jokes and winks, it would have been extremely difficult for it to break into the mainstream.
Kristen Bell and Anna Paquin Scream 4 Photos
The Fan Carpet: November 26, 2010A promotional photo of Kristen Bell and Anna Paquin from Scream 4.
- November, 25th
Nubile Noir: Veronica Mars
RoyChristopher.com: November 25, 2010Writer Roy Christopher raves about VM.
With that said, it's one of the best TV shows I've ever indulged in.
The writing is razor sharp, the plot twists are white-knuckled, and the characters are as multidimensional as they are memorable. It's everything I want from a TV show or a movie.
So, while I've never owned a television, I do love the medium done brave and done well.
- November, 24th
Lucas Grabeel returns to 'Smallville'
Digital Spy: November 24, 2010Lucas Grabeel (Kelly Kuzzio) is filming an episode of Smallville
40 Awesome TV Star Inside Jokes
UGO: November 24, 2010Alyson Hannigan and Charisma Carpenter guest star encounter on VM is mentioned in UGO's list of a TV Star inside jokes.
- November, 23rd
Summit of the divas: Cher vs. Christina vs. Stanley vs. Kristen
The Globe and Mail: November 23, 2010Article compares the four lead actors in Burlesque.
Former television star Bell ("Veronica Mars") was supposed to make a big-screen splash in the past couple of years but after the flops of "Couples Retreat" and "When in Rome," expectations may have been adjusted from star to character actress. Though she's too sweet and youthful-looking to be cast as Ali's alcoholic, embittered rival, she handles the part with enjoyable flounce ("I will not be upstaged by a pair of mutant lungs"). Must be tough being a washed-up lip-synch artist who looks as though she could still be in junior high.
Steven Antin On Burlesque, Wooing Cher, and Discovering Ian Somerhalder
Movieline: November 23, 2010Steven Antin, writer and director of Burlesque praises Kristen Bell.
Numbers like "Long John Blues" show that humorous, playful side of burlesque — and so does Kristen Bell, who's absolutely fearless in her performance, particularly in that scene.
So fearless. She really came full speed ahead at me, met with me and said, "I want to do this." Kristen Bell is rare as an actress, because she's the type of actor who jumps out of a plane without a parachute — from a totally fearless place, which is really refreshing and inspiring. She has complete faith and support in the filmmaking process and the director.
20 Excellent TV Shows to Watch on Netflix Over Thanksgiving
TV.com: November 23, 2010TV.com lists VM as one of the shows people should watch over the Thanksgiving break
Veronica Mars
This cult hit is way smarter than its DVD cover art would have you believe. The detective-in-high-school/college premise works fantastically, thanks in part to featuring Kristen Bell in a role she was born to play.
Recommended relative pairing: Mom will love this one!The funny thing is, over at TV Squad.com, they link to this TV.com article but change the headline to "'Veronica Mars' and 19 Other Excellent Shows to Watch on Netflix Over Thanksgiving." TV Squad link editors must be a VM fan.
- November, 22nd
Syfy Premiere Dates: 'Being Human,' more
Hollywood Reporter: November 22, 2010Sam Huntington's (Luke) new show Being Human will premiere on Janurary 17, 9PM (ET/PT) on SyFy. The British version was excellent; let's hope the Yanks don't mess it up.
- November, 21st
More of TV's Underrated MVPs--from Allison Brie to Summer Glau!
Suite 101: November 21, 2010Joshua Gray lists Ryan Hansen as one of TV's underrated MVPs.
His Party Down and Veronica Mars characters are similar in the sense that they're very easy-going, irresponsible and girl-crazy (and that's putting it lightly), but Hansen did a good job of not making the same character despite their likenesses. While he's typically known for being the one to bring humor to a scene, there were plenty of times throughout the run of Veronica Mars where Hansen proved that he was able to go a bit deeper than comedic relief.
I know he plays the hapless moron with ease, but I think there's more to Hansen that meets the eye and expect great things in the future.
More of TV's Underrated MVPs--from Allison Brie to Summer Glau!
Suite 101: November 21, 2010Joshua Gray lists Ryan Hansen as one of TV's underrated MVPs.
His Party Down and Veronica Mars characters are similar in the sense that they're very easy-going, irresponsible and girl-crazy (and that's putting it lightly), but Hansen did a good job of not making the same character despite their likenesses. While he's typically known for being the one to bring humor to a scene, there were plenty of times throughout the run of Veronica Mars where Hansen proved that he was able to go a bit deeper than comedic relief.
I know he plays the hapless moron with ease, but I think there's more to Hansen that meets the eye and expect great things in the future.
- November, 16th
Photos of Amanda Seyfried and Justin Timberlake filming NOW
Splash News: November 16, 2010Amanda Seyfried and Justin Timberlake are currently filming the the futuristic thriller NOW.
- November, 10th
Reaction to the WB's VM movie email address
November 10, 2010EXCLUSIVE: Rob Thomas Calls WB's 'Veronica Mars' Movie Email Address a 'Glimmer of Hope'
"I was surprised as anyone that Warner Bros. set up a 'Veronica Mars' email address," the show's creator Rob Thomas told TV Squad via email. "No one has talked to me about it."
"I was happy to see it," Thomas said of the email. "It gives me a glimmer of hope, but I'm just like everyone else wondering, 'What does this mean?' I hope it means it's under consideration, but I have no insider knowledge on that front."
The fact that no one from the WB talked to Rob about the email and Rob has no idea what's going on is not the most inspiring of signs.
'Veronica Mars' movie: Closer to reality?
WB Sets Up Email For Veronica Mars Film Petitions
Unfortunately for this production, cash-fountain Miley Cyrus has just signed on to star in So Undercover about a "tough, street smart" kid who gets hired by the FBI to help solve a case. As a rough comparison, this is pretty much how Veronica Mars operates, although she'd now be in her 20s. So Undercover is slated for next year so all Veronica Mars fans, PLEASE send your request for a big screen adaptation to VeronicaMarsMovie@warnerbros.com ASAP and get this thing rolling before it's too late.
The Hopeless (Yet Admirable) Veronica Mars Film Campaign: A Movieline Timeline
It is a truth universally acknowledged among die hard Veronica Mars fans that every time one ‘09er comes to terms with the fact that Neptune's favorite female super sleuth — immortalized by Kristen Bell — will have to settle for solving crimes in the television afterlife, another hopeless ‘09er tries to rally the fans to plead with Warner Bros. one more time for Veronica's silver screen adaptation.
Conclusion From the Above Timeline: Thanks for giving the Veronica Mars Movie an actual email address but, no, this still means nothing. And it would probably be healthiest for all of us Neptune ‘09ers, as much as it pains me to say it, just…move…on.
Warner Bros. decided it was as good a time as any to create an official e-mail address where you can send your pleas for a Veronica Mars movie. While this is surely better than sending pro-Mars letters/e-mails/objects into the WB void, the entirely random timing leads us to believe Warner Bros.' main aim here may have been to create a quarantine zone for Veronica Mars obsessives, so they stop filling random WB employees' in-boxes. But, on the off chance that this might actually help get a movie made, well, you know what to do.
Considering the tweet was sent last Friday night (though to be fair, that was probably the worst time WB could have chosen to broadcast that info) and has gained pretty much no traction since, it doesn't bode well for the potential of a feature film. If Warner Bros. really wanted to make a film they would put it into development, but it seems like they're waiting for a deluge of emails that we don't think they're gonna get before deciding to do something.
- November, 5th
WB sets up email for VM movie requests
Twitter: November 5, 2010Looks like all those requests for a VM movie has caught the attention of the people at Warner Brothers.
Thanks for all of the Veronica Mars LoVe! Please send your film requests and petitions to VeronicaMarsMovie@warnerbros.com.
The hope-springs-eternal side of me would like to believe this email was created because the WB might be interested in a VM movie. The writer of the tweet uses the VM shipper lingo "LoVe" (AKA Logan and Veronica), which shows someone is paying attention to fandom. The life's-a-bitch side of me believes this email was created because the WB wants VM fans to stop clogging up their regular email account with questions about a VM movie. Which side is correct? Only time will tell.
- October, 6th
Alona Tal joins Pretty Little Liars
ABC Family: October 6, 2010Alona Tal joins Pretty Little Liars.
Alona as a liar...could be interesting.
- June, 4th
WB.com Facebook pages asks VM fans about the finale
Facebook: June 4, 2010The WB.com posts a VM question on their Facebook page. Here's your chance to show your support for a VM movie.
How did you feel about the last episode of Veronica Mars? Did it tie things up well enough or leave some questions?
- April, 4th
Kristen Bell Goes Shopping At La Perla And Perry Reeves
Holly Hotty: April 4, 2009Photos of Kristen Bell in a pretty white dress at La Perla And Perry Reeves.
Reviews for "The Haunting in Connecticut"
April 4, 2009Some reviews for Kyle Gallner's (Cassidy "Beaver" Casablancas) The Haunting in Connecticut.
Kyle Gallner makes a very convincing boy-about-to-die
Madsen and Gallner are standouts in their performances. You'll root for them to beat the demons, but you'll also find yourself hoping that Matt will survive his illness; the development of an emotional connection is successfully achieved.
Kristen Bell Come To The Rescue!
YouTube: April 4, 2009Chris Lowell (Piz) made a video begging Kristen Bell to come to an Invisible Children charity event. Very cute.
- April, 3rd
The force was finally with the filmmakers
Toronto Sun: April 3, 2009Kyle Newman talks about Kristen Bell in this interview for Fanboys. FYI: Fanboys is opening in Canada this week.
Kristen just really is incredibly cool and I was friends with her beforehand. She was one of the first people I attached. Yes, she's very attractive, but she's also smart and witty and into a lot of the stuff these guys talk about. She's a girl who likes to play games, she knows Star Wars.
Jane Lynch serves ups laughs in 'Party Down'
Red Eye Chicago: April 3, 2009Jane Lynch talks about her career and Party Down in this interview.
That's the brilliance of [writer] John Embom. He wrote every script. We improvise a line here and there, but it was all on the page. He's a great writer and he really wrote specifically for each of us so well. He really had our rhythms down; he has a great ear. I know he was exhausted by the end of it because he did 10 episodes and he was on set every day.
Party Down, "Pepper McMasters Singles Seminar": Seniorlicious!
What's Alan Watching: April 3, 2009Alan Sepin reviews the latest episode of Party Down.
MORE 'Nightmare on Elm Street' Casting Confirmed!
Bloody Disgusting: April 3, 2009Kyle Gallner (Cassidy "Beaver" Casablancas) is in talks to star in the new Nightmare on Elm Street.
- April, 1st
Ratings: Premieres for ‘Cupid' and ‘Osbournes'
New York Times: April 1, 2009The premiere of Cupid had 7.6 million viewers and finished 3rd in it's timeslot.
Chris Lowell joins 'Up in the Air'
Variety: April 1, 2009Chris Lowell joins Jason Reitman's Up in the Air, staring George Clooney.
- March, 23rd
Amanda Seyfried out of Zack Snyder's 'Sucker Punch'
Entertainment Weekly: March 23, 2009Amanda Seyfried (Lilly Kane) has pulled out of Sucker Punch because of scheduling conflict with Big Love.
- March, 11th
Minka Kelly part of CW's 'Body Politic'
Hollywood Reporter: March 11, 2009Jason Dohring has been cast in the CW drama pilot Body Politic. It's a show about young staffers in Washington D.C.
Jason must have a thing for politics. This the second show about Washington D.C. he's been cast in. I wonder whatever happened to HBO's Washingtonienne,