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Jason Schwartzman: The One Where He Tries to Solve the Puzzle of Life
In the new HBO series Bored to Death—an adaptation of author Jonathan Ames’ short story—Jason Schwartzman plays a New York scribe, also named Jonathan Ames, who’s struggling to write his second novel and win back his ex-girlfriend. He places an ad on Craigslist as an unlicensed private detective, looking for something to fill the now-girlfriendless time he spends avoiding writing. Throughout the bizarre adventures that follow, Ames confronts both his and others’ neuroses in the awkwardness of everyday interaction.... read more
Found in: TV, FeaturesJason Segel Joins Jonah Hill and Jason Schwartzman in New Comedy
Jason Segel has signed up to join Jonah Hill and Jason Schwartzman in The Adventurer’s Handbook, a comedy about (what else?) a group of disaffected guys who go on a world-spanning journey based on the titular tome.... read more
Found in: Movies, NewsFunny People
Funny People, like the manchildren that director Judd Apatow pillories, is blissfully unaware of its shortcomings... read more
Found in: Movies, ReviewsPretenders in Chief: Paste Casts the Presidents
When we learned Josh Brolin would be playing George W. Bush... read more
Found in: Culture, FeaturesZach Galifianakis to get Hangover, Bored to Death
According to Arrested Development alum David Cross, Zach Galifianakis isn't worth paying attention to. "He’s just a fucking standup comic!" Cross told Paste recently.... read more
Found in: Movies, NewsJarvis Cocker to compose for Wes Anderson's Fox
It's been 30 years since Jarvis Cocker formed Britpop should-have-been-a-sensation Pulp, seven since the band broke up, three since he appeared in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire as the lead singer of wizard band, The Weird Sisters, two since he entered his solo career phase with Jarvis. The man is unquenchable.... read more
Found in: Books, NewsJason Schwartzman gets Bored to Death in HBO pilot
Actor, writer, and former Phantom Planet drummer Jason Schwartzman is taking on sleuthing, cast as the lead role in HBO's comedy pilot Bored to Death.... read more
Found in: Movies, NewsWhich is your favorite actor-turned-musician?
Val Kilmer is looking for a record label for his forthcoming album. Which is your favorite actor-turned-musician? [1751 votes total] Billy Bob Thornton (28): 2% Juliette & The Licks (Juliette Lewis) (400): 23% Jamie Foxx (72): 4% Tenacious D (Jack Black) (595): 34% Thirty Odd Foot of Grunts (Russell Crowe) (18): 1% Minnie Driver (113): 6% The Bacon Brothers (44): 3% Coconut Records/Phantom Planet (Jason Schwartzman) (366): 21% Wicked Wisdom (Jada Pinkett-Smith) (9): 1% Other (106): 6% Full Results Comments... read more
Found in: Music, NewsWhat do Jason Schwartzman and Josh Ritter have in common?
Apart from both being hilarious and having new albums out this year (yeah you read that right, Jason Schwartzman has a band too), they appear on the first ever PasteVision video podcast. Click below to watch the podcast! embedVideo("http://www.pastemagazine.com/pastevision/2007/12/pastevision_121707.flv"); JavaScript must be enabled to see this content. Want to keep the video on your computer? Then download the PasteVision podcast right here. Want more video? Check out these additional clips: Josh Ritter "The Temptation of Adam" (Full song, recorded live at Paste studios): embedVideo("http://www.pastemagazine.com/pastevision/2007/12/joshritter_temptationofadam.flv"); JavaScript must be enabled to see this content. Full interview with Jason Schwartzman: embedVideo("http://www.pastemagazine.com/pastevision/2007/12/jasonschwartzman_fullinterview.flv"); JavaScript must... read more
Found in: Paste VisionJason Schwartzman talks Darjeeling, playing Ringo
This one feels like the start of a beautiful friendship. Jason Schwartzman really embodies all of the things that make Paste feel warm and fuzzy inside: art cinema, rad tunes, and an association with Wes Anderson. Editor-in-chief Josh Jackson caught up with Mr. Schwartzman while he was in Atlanta promoting his new film with Anderson, The Darjeeling Limited. Their chat covered everything from the new movie, Schwartzman's cameo as Ringo Starr in Walk Hard, his latest musical project, and the special bond between himself and Paste publisher Tim Regan-Porter. BFF? Sounds perfect. Listen to the complete interview here. Related links:... read more
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