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In Filmmaking, What a Difference a Friend Makes

Ken Marino, from left, Josh Hamilton, Ron Eldard and Paul Rudd star in "Diggers." Marino, who wrote the movie, about clam diggers, and buddy Rudd filmed another project together and are talking about forming a production company. (Magnolia Pictures)

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Rudd: "The Internet is fascinating."

Marino: "Yeah. Yeah. I found out how tumors grow."

It's amazing, actually, that these two -- and the rest of their buddies on set -- end up getting enough done to produce full-length feature films. They're giggling and absurd and hilarious and, you mention, awfully reminiscent of junior high boys screwing around in the basement of somebody's parents' house.

Rudd: "And in the last several movies I've done, it is no different than junior high boys in a basement."

Marino: "Less Penthouse magazines just kind of opened up on the floor."

Rudd: "And we have a camera in front of us, and we're a little old, so it isn't cute anymore. It's sad, really. Pathetic."

Well, we're not here to judge. Just tell us what comes next for the two of you.

Rudd: "We're writing a movie about how tumors grow."

Marino: "And I'm actually getting a tumor removed."

Okay, great. Thanks, guys -- it's been a real hoot.

Marino: "Can I put my pants back on now?"

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