Hey folks, Harry here... The man that does Kevin Smith's talking has decided to aspire to a higher power, the maestro, the auteur... yes, Jason Mewes is gonna direct a film? How big will the altar of weed be? Right? Giggle. I got contacted if I wanted to announce the news about MADNESS IN THE METHOD to be directed by Jason Mewes and by golly, for sure! So now he'll be telling Kevin Smith what to do for a change, commanding the mighty Danny Trejo! Read all the details below, doesn't this make you curious as hell?
Madness in the Method – Exclusive AICN Press Release
Jason Mewes (Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back, Zach and Miri Make a Porno) is making his long awaited directional debut in a bizarrely brilliant, meta movie entitled, “MADNESS IN THE METHOD”. The story, in which Mewes will star, playing a version of himself, was developed by Mewes along with UK based Dominic Burns (Allies) and newcomer Christopher Anastasi who both penned the script. The movie is being produced by L.A based Rob Weston (Dark Places) and Dominic Burns under their newly formed Autumnwood Media, Gary Collins is executive producing under his Red Rock Entertainment.
Dominic Burns: “Jason is a creative force, so fearless, passionate and smart. We’re all buzzing to be taking this crazy journey with him”
Rob Weston: “I’ve been a Jason Mewes fan for years and when I first read the script I just thought it was ingenious, absolutely brilliant, a perfect debut for Jay to launch his directing career”
Along with Mewes, confirmed cast includes ‘Busted’ British rock star Matt Willis (Allies), Hollywood legend Danny Trejo (Machete) and long-time Mewes collaborator, Kevin Smith (Clerks) will also be making an appearance playing a version of himself. Many more cast are yet to be announced on what is set to be one of 2017’s must see indie movies.
Mewes: “I’m so excited to be directing my first movie and this project is exactly what I’ve been waiting for. It’s a great script and we are putting together an amazing, head turning cast. I just can’t wait to tell this insane story and get it out there. It’s certainly going to be something that has to be seen to be believed!”
