Marc Jovani - Composer for Jersey Shore Shark Attack

Thank you Marc for sitting down with us.


JSSA: When did you become the incredible composer/musician you are today?

Marc Jovani: Well, I don't think I'm an incredible composer... just yet! lol A lucky one, maybe, but other than that just a composer. But, if there's something that changed my life, in terms of getting me started in this world was going through the USC's Film Scoring Program. You learn a lot about the industry and how everything works here in LA, in that program. Then I knew Andres Boulton, who's a great composer and music editor, and we've been working together in several projects since then. This is one of them.

JSSA: What inspired your music for Jersey Shore Shark Attack?

Marc Jovani: When all this started, I was in Spain, so I took my Spanish Guitar and then.... no, just kidding! haha  Before any note was written, I had a long meeting over Skype with Andres. We just finished a project together, where he was the music editor, and things went very well, so we were motivated to start with this one. We established some concepts that had to be musically achieved... Action, Horror, Fun, Love... and I wrote a 3min suite that would contain those emotions. I sent it over and seemed to work for the directors and producers. That was a good starting point, because it had the main themes that would be developed in movie afterwards. Once we had that, everything else was much easier. It was about fitting those themes over the different scenes. We met a couple of times when I was back in LA, to discuss some rewrites, but the whole process went very smooth.

JSSA: Was it easy to steer clear of the "usual" JAWS type of theme? Or did that pop in your head a lot? (LOL)

Marc Jovani: Haha, good one! It was made clear that the JAWS kind of feel was something we had to totally avoid. JAWS theme is very specific and known. The director didn't want that, so basically we came up with the idea of using Brass (instead the Strings of the JAWS theme), every time a shark was coming (or every time we wanted to make feel danger). I think it doesn't sound close, but tweet me tomorrow if you think it does :)

JSSA: Is there any clear main theme that you develop during the movie?

Marc Jovani: Oh yeah! There are three themes for this movie, but there is one clear main theme that gets developed. And that's a conversation Andres and I were having constantly. How big the theme has to sound, and when does it have to reach the climax, in the movie. It was very important to have a theme that would develop with the Jersey Shore boys/girls. At the beginning of the movie no one believes them, but you can feel they'll end doing something important, and I think the music played an important roll making them seem more heroes-like as the movie moves forward. If you want to check it out before the movie, here's the main theme, almost fully developed, coming around minute 1 in the JSSA Suite http://snd.sc/JX16E8 Right after that comes the love theme.

JSSA: Do you have a favorite section of the soundtrack?

Marc Jovani: There is this moment when Tony Siroco, who plays Capitan Salie's character, tells the Jersey Shore boys the story about the "Jersey Shore Shark Attack of 1916". It's a crucial scene because some of the reasons why the sharks are attacking the shore get revealed. It is a mysterious/intriguing yet comical moment. So the music has to point those funny moments, yet stay a bit in the dark/mysterious said... and it's got to work all together! I think it does, and it was a lot of fun working that one!

JSSA: Do you have any advice for other start up composers? Some advice that may help them through their journey of learning?

Marc Jovani: Passion, Work, Focus, Push, Ideas, Improve, Serve, Persist... and Patience

Thank you for your time, Marc.

Ben Giroux Interview - Jersey Shore Shark Attack

JSSA: Hello there Ben. 

Ben Giroux: Hello!

JSSA: How are you doing today?

Ben Giroux: It's a good day: I'm on the front of SyFy's website getting my head eaten by a super-sized albino shark.  So, you know, a typical Thursday.

JSSA: How was your experience playing the role of "Joey Pelligrino" in Jersey Shore Shark Attack?

Ben Giroux: I had an absolute blast working with such a talented, funny group of people.  It's always such a pleasure working on sets where both the cast and crew are genuinely having a great time.  John (the director) has a wonderful, positive demeanor -- and a wicked sense of humor.  Jeremy, Joey, Booko, Grant, and Dylan were all super rad.  I have a whole new appreciation for abdominal muscles and spray tans.

JSSA: What was your process for getting the role?

Ben Giroux: I've had some pretty crazy auditions in my life: I've hung from a man-sized baby bjorn, I've jumped around a casting office as a monkey-creature, and I've played a human bowling pin.  But my audition for "Jersey Shore Shark Attack" takes the cake: I had to mimic being eaten by a shark.  Easy in theory, hard in practice.  I like to really embody the roles I audition for -- but dismembering my limbs seemed like an excessive choice.  So, I listened to the JAWS theme song, screamed really loud, and BAM -- booked the part.  Take that, method acting.

JSSA: What were some of your favorite moments on set?

Ben Giroux: My character MC'ed a wet T-shirt content.  I will die a happy man.

JSSA: Was there one scene you think stands out for you?

Ben Giroux: The obvious scene that stands out is... SPOILER ALERT... where I get eaten by a shark.  There's a sentence you don't see everyday, right?  Here's the real horror story: we shot this movie in November at Redondo Beach Pier.  That's winter time, for those of you keeping score at home.  JP's costume couldn't accommodate a wet-suit, and I had to repeatedly dive into 46-degree water at 6:30 AM.  I could only be in the water for three minutes at a time before I started to lose feeling in my limbs.  It was definitely one of the most physically exhausting (and COLD!) experiences of my acting career -- but it was a total blast.  As George Costanza would say... "there was significant shrinkage."

JSSA: Do you feel there are positive and negative stereotypes because of the TV show Jersey Shore?

Ben Giroux: There is much to be analyzed from "Jersey Shore Shark Attack."  Stereotypes.  Socio-economic strife.  Geological implications.  World peace.  The entire film is actually a subtle commentary on existentialism.  And if you play the movie backwards, you can hear Joey Fatone whispering philosophical musings from Henry David Thoreau.  It's actually quite profound.

JSSA: What reactions are you expecting from your audience watching Jersey Shore Shark Attack?

Ben Giroux: Tears, screams, psychotic laughter -- total, utter chaos.  I'd expect nothing less.

JSSA: When and where can your fans watch Jersey Shore Shark Attack?

Ben Giroux: This Saturday night, June 9th, on SyFy!  It will also undoubtedly be available on DVD in the near future -- so buy it too!

JSSA: Do you have new projects on the burner to tell your fans about?

Ben Giroux: I've always got my hand in a myriad of projects.  My company, Small Red Cape, is producing a variety of comedy web and TV content.  Check out BenAndBurman.com and AwkwardUniverse.com for our latest work.  We're also moving into production on a new web project called "Sh*tty Dates" -- which is exactly what it sounds like.

In addition, I just filmed another movie with the JSSA crew (directed by Peter Sullivan), dubbed "Twister Warning!"  I'm apparently a masochist... I went from sharks to tornadoes.

JSSA: Where is the best place for Ben Giroux fans to find out the most information about those upcoming projects?

Ben Giroux: To stay up-to-date with all my projects, please check out BenGiroux.com and subscribe to me on Twitter @BenGiroux -- thanks!

JSSA: Thanks a bunch for taking the time out of your day to sit back and chat with us. We look so forward to seeing you as "Joey Pelligrino "on Jersey Shore Shark Attack.

My pleasure -- enjoy the movie!

-- Ben
Ben Giroux
Actor | Producer

Stay tuned for interviews from ...

Ben Giroux, Daniel Booko, and Marc Jovani.

John Shepphird - Director - Jersey Shore Shark Attack

JSSA: Hi John Shepphird. Thank you for taking time out to answer some questions for your fans and the crew.

Absolutely.

JSSA: How long have you been directing films?


John Shepphird: As director my first feature was in 1992 titled Teenage Bonnie & Klepto Clyde featuring Scott Wolf, Maureen Flannigan, and the great Tom Bower.   I’ve had the opportunity to direct a number of films and television movies since then and collaborate with many extremely talented people.  Jersey Shore Shark Attack is my ninth film.  

JSSA: What have been some of your most inspirational moments in the business?

John Shepphird: I was very proud that a Christmas film I co-wrote and directed I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus, which was also produced by Jeff Schenk from this film, became the highest-rated telefilm on the PAX Network and then went on to be scheduled annually in ABC Family’s 25 Days of Christmas series for over a decade.  It has a lot of humor and heart, and everything about creating that film was a great experience.

JSSA: What is your general philosophy about directing?

John Shepphird: Hire people you trust, both in-front of and behind the camera, and encourage all to bring their own unique contribution to the project.  It’s like a party, a big pot luck, everyone contributes something.  As a director my job is to bring all the departments together to shape the narrative, actors, camera, wardrobe, lighting, sound and post production with the time and resources we have at our disposal.  Directing is the art of collaboration.  


JSSA: What was some of your greatest challenges in Jersey Shore Shark Attack?


John Shepphird: It will probably sound cliché but working in and around water is very time consuming, in boats, actors in water, sharks, etc.  Coordination and planning were key and I was extremely fortunate that I had first assistant director John Stecenko on my team.  John Stecenko is the best first AD I’ve ever worked with.  His ideas were great, and his pre-production planning and scheduling were exceptional.  He never stopped for a second in his tireless efforts to maximize our resources and make it the best movie it could be.      

JSSA: What moments stick out for you as a pivotal point in this film?


John Shepphird: I really like the scene with Jack Scalia and Jeremy Luc in the police station as father and son try to come to terms.  Genre films, such as this, are great fun.  However I strongly feel between the action and escalation there needs to be moments of real “truth” in every genre film.  Everyone on earth can relate to conflict between family members, that’s a universal truth.  Jack and Jeremy did a great job in that scene.  It’s layered, and in between all the action, laughs, and fun we experience an exchange that makes us care about this estranged father and son.
   

JSSA: What do you want fans to get from this film?


John Shepphird: To have fun, and hopefully a few laughs

JSSA: What advice do you have for future directors?


John Shepphird: To learn as much as they can about all aspects of film production and how actors apply their craft.  Don’t be afraid to ask and learn from every department.  Take an acting class or two so you’re familiar with, and not afraid of, actors.  Pitch in wherever you see an opportunity and be willing to work for free.  Although I earned a MFA from Columbia University in writing & directing I was incredibly fortunate to volunteer as a crew member at the Sundance Institute June Laboratory for many, many years.  Watching other directors, cinematographers, and actors work was extremely valuable.  Then later, working as an editor, I began to understand what’s needed to make a scene work.  All of that was very helpful.  With the exception of wardrobe, hair, and make-up I’ve worked almost every job on a movie set and came away with a kernel of knowledge each time.  Now, as director, I understand the needs and challenges of every department and can make decisions based on realistic expectations.  Try to become familiar with the craft and tell stories the best you can.            

JSSA: Thank you again John.


Onward!

Steven M. Blasini - Visual Effects - Jersey Shore Shark Attack

Hi Steve! Thank you for your time.
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JSSA: How did you get started in special effects?

Steven Blasini: I have dreamed of a career in Visual Effects since the age of 7. My older brother Tony seeded and fed my yearning by taking me to see most of the effects laden films of the time. Determined to bring my dream to life using any and all tools at my disposal, I would shoot Super 8 movies with "visual effects" created using cardboard, Styrofoam and any other piece of cool looking "junk" I could find. Back then there were no Computer Generated effects and living in New York there was no access to the field. So through trial and error (and a bit of fate sprinkled in) I set myself up in the computer industry where I started my own successful computer consulting firm. Jurassic Park then came along and bridged the worlds of Computers and Visual Effects creating the "backdoor" I needed.

In 1998, after the unexpected demise of my 17 year marriage, I sold my computer business, packed my minivan with everything I owned and drove cross country to establish a new life in the Dream City of Los Angeles. Two months later I landed a job as an animator in a small independent film studio where I advanced in short time to Visual Effects Supervisor and Department Head.

In 2000 I met the woman of my dreams, married her in 2001 and together we founded a rapidly growing Visual Effects and Graphics Design company, BFX Imageworks. So the dream I had at the age of 7 came true some 30 years later. Never give up. Hold on tight to your dreams and never let them go. They DO come true!


JSSA: What was a poignant moment for you as you were learning the skills of special effects?

Steven Blasini: I suppose it was when I created a short film where a T-Rex chases a poor sap and ends up grabbing him
by the leg and carrying him off. That poor sap was ME! So not only did I create the animation, I had to create
a digital double of myself....everyone loved it!

JSSA: Do you have a favorite effect that you've done over the years?

Steven Blasini: There are many, but if I had to choose one, it would be one particular scene from our 2007 Sy-Fy Channel movie "Ice Spiders".
In it, there's one shot where a spider is "chomping" on a dead human carcass.. which I had also created completely in CGI and when the director came by to review it.. he asked me where I had gotten an extra to perform that scene... he was completely unaware that the entire shot was CG. That's the best compliment ever!

JSSA: What was your inspiration in Jersey Shore Shark Attack?

Steven Blasini: Well, Jersey Shore Shark Attack marks our THIRD shark movie that we've done.. so we're becoming somewhat of a Shark Shop when it comes to VFX. For all our movies we have to do TONS of research on whatever creature we're generating and animating so you can imagine how EXPERT we've become on this Shark Subject!

JSSA: Was there a shot in the film that was more tricky than the other?

Steven Blasini: There's a sequence where the yacht that the "preppies" are on is sinking because of a hole made by a ramming shark... they couldn't sink the real boat, nor did we have the time or budget to recreate it in CG.. so I had to come up with a clever way to take the actual real boat, extract it from the scene.. and place it lower and lower into the ocean and add the CGI shark fins all the while keeping a realistic water line. That was a HARD one to figure out.. especially since not only was the boat the camera was on moving and bobbing, but the camera was handheld...

JSSA: How much was creative and how much was technical?

Steven Blasini: I would say in general MOST of our work is 75% creative and 25% technical. Once you setup systems and pipelines to handle most things you encounter.. you are free to be creative.

JSSA: Do you work more independantly off script when doing films?

Steven Blasini: We enjoy a great reputation of pretty much handling most if not all of our effects shots from conception. There are the occasional producer or director notes.. but we are given a lot of autonomy because after having done over 60 films, we really get it. Plus we usually enjoy very good relationships with everyone we work with.

JSSA: What is a great avenue for fans of yours, your effects and Jersey Shore Shark Attack to find information about you?

Steve Blasini: 
Our website at:

http://bfximageworks.com

and our Facebook company page at:

https://www.facebook.com/BFXImageworks

JSSA: What words of wisdom do you have for future Special Effects artists?

Steve Blasini: I think I can re-quote myself from question one above... Never give up. Hold on tight to your dreams, never let them go and don't EVER EVER let ANYONE dissuade you. You can most DEFINITELY make them come true! My wife and I are proof of that!
;-)

Thank you so much, Steve!

Randy Carter Interview - Jersey Shore Shark Attack Editor

Randy Carter who was the Editor on the film 'Jersey Shore Shark Attack' was kind enough to take some of his time out today to answer some questions.


JSSA:  Please tell us a little history about your editing experiences?


Randy Carter: Having graduated from the Vancouver Film School in 1994, I have been an editor for over 15 years.  I have edited everything from theatrically released independent films to cable TV movies and series, of a great variety of genres.

JSSA: What was a main challenge for you in Jersey Shore Shark Attack?

Randy Carter: In addition to the ordinary challenges of editing a feature, there were two specific things that stood out for me on this film.  The first was that I had never actually seen the "Jersey Shore" tv show.  So I crammed in a viewing of a bunch of episodes to get me up to speed on the flavor of that show, some of which we were trying to emulate.  Secondly, as with all CGI creature films, there's the challenge of editing sequences involving the creature (in this case, sharks) when those creatures won't be created in CGI for several months.  It can be difficult to get the pacing and timing right without the visual effects completed, which is one of the reasons that we never finish cutting the picture until all of the effects are in, so that we can make any last minute timing changes.

JSSA: Do you have a favorite character from the Jersey Shore beach?

Randy Carter: From the TV show, I'd have to say Snooki.  Who doesn't love Snooki?  From our show, I'd have to say either Paulie or BJ.  They just have so many great bits of business that I find hilarious.

JSSA: Do you have a favorite slang term in the film?

Randy Carter: There are so many, it's hard to pick a favorite!  Paulie yelling "Do you, TC!  Do you!" is close to the top of my list.

JSSA: In the film is there a favorite part for you?

Randy Carter: The scene with the kids trying to steal the boat (and not very successfully) always makes me laugh.  "Looks like things just got complicated!"

JSSA: Is there something in there that is hysterical to you, that just maybe the audience will not catch?

Randy Carter: Yes.  When BJ is being chased by sharks, and she is struggling to swim for her life and shouts "OMG!"  I laugh every time.

JSSA: What do you want your audience to get from this film?

Randy Carter: This film is made for the audience to have fun.  Turn off your brain for a few hours and enjoy!

JSSA: Do you have some advice for future editors out there?

Randy Carter: Don't give up.  Getting your foot in the door can be difficult, but once you have, and if you can consistently deliver quality work, you will be successful.

Paul Sorvino as 'Mayor Palantine' in Jersey Shore Shark Attack

Paul Sorvino plays 'Mayor Palantine' in Jersey Shore Shark Attack

To find out more about Paul, go HERE

Jersey Shore Shark Attack: A Paley Center & Syfy Viewing Party | The Paley Center for Media

Jersey Shore Shark Attack: A Paley Center & Syfy Viewing Party | The Paley Center for Media

Joey Russo as 'Donnie' in Jersey Shore Shark Attack

Joey Russo as 'Donnie' in Jersey Shore Shark Attack

Learn more about Joey HERE.

See his exclusive interview below.

Melissa Molinaro as 'Nooki' in Jersey Shore Shark Attack

Melissa Molinaro as 'Nooki' in Jersey Shore Shark Attack

Learn more about Melissa HERE. 

See our exclusive interview with Melissa Molinaro below.

Jeremy Luke as 'TC' The Complication in Jersey Shore Shark Attack

Jeremy Luke as 'TC' The Complication in Jersey Shore Shark Attack

Learn more about Jeremy HERE

You can find an exclusive interview on this blog from Jeremy Luke.

Tony Sirico as 'Captain Salie' in Jersey Shore Shark Attack

Tony Sirico as 'Captain Salie' in Jersey Shore Shark Attack 

Learn more about Tony here.

Possibly the best network press swag ever: Syfy Jersey Shore Shark Attack (@JerseyShoreFilm)

Possibly the best network press swag ever: Syfy Jersey Shore Shark Attack (@JerseyShoreFilm)

Jersey Shore Shark Attack Imdb

Jersey Shore Shark Attack
Syfy - June 9th
Check your local listings for details.

Sneak Peak of Jersey Shore Shark Attack Soundtrack

Thank you, Marc Jovani.

Listen HERE.

Melissa Molinaro - Exclusive Interview

Melissa Molinaro as 'Nooki'

Thank you, Melissa Molinaro. We appreciate your time to reach out to your fans with us.

Q: How was your experience playing the role of 'Nooki' in the film? How did you prepare for that role?

Melissa Molinaro: The experience was amazing. It's not everyday that you get to play a character like this. LOL! Being Italian, I knew this role like the back of my hand. It didn't

take long before my nails and hair were guido-fied!

Q: What were some of your favorite memories on set?

Melissa Molinaro: My favorite memory was laughing with the cast in between takes wondering if we were ever going to get through the scene.

Q: In addition to acting you're an amazing musician. What a beautiful thing to be so talented. Do you have a favorite of the two, music or acting?

Melissa Molinaro: It all goes hand in hand for me. Back in the day you had to be able to do it all. I guess I consider myself a triple threat. I can’t have one without the other.

Q: I hear also through the grapevine there will be one of your songs in the movie. Can you tell us a bit about that?

Melissa Molinaro: I recorded two songs for the film. One of them is your true guido-fist-pumping dance smash, and the other is more of a dubstep feel. I’m not sure which one of my tracks they will be putting in, but we’ve submitted a couple of them as well.

Q: What reactions are you expecting from the audience from the film?

Melissa Molinaro: I think they’re going to be highly entertained. There’s a little bit for everyone; action, 

a love story, comedy, but most importantly love the characters in the film. We all bring something to the table. I’m very proud to be a part of this cast. In my opinion, this movie is hilarious!

Q: I have asked this question to all the cast members I have interviewed, simply out of curiosity. Not that we enjoy stereotyping and such, but it is out there. Do you feel there are positive and negative stereotypes because of shows like Jersey Shore and Jersey Shore housewives?

Melissa Molinaro: Obviously, these reality shows are heightened versions of what a typical Italian family is like, but that’s what makes it so entertaining to watch.

Q: Do you have new projects in the works? If so, where is the best place for your fans to keep up to date with all that information?

Melissa Molinaro: I just finished shooting a pilot called “Bounce” about an NBA dance team. Being a dancer, and an actress, this is a dream project to be a part of. This summer, I’m also shooting a Lion’s Gate comedy called “School Dance.” And I hope to get a music video out to my fans very soon. 

Everyone can keep up with me on my website melissamolinaro.com, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram all @melissamolinaro.

Q: Do you have any inspiring thoughts for any of your fans out there that may be interested in becoming an actor or musician?

Melissa Molinaro: The most important thing is believing in yourself, even when no one else sees what you see. There might be a lot of no’s before yes’s but if this is what you want, you have to keep going. Never give up.

Thank you again Melissa for your time. We look so forward for this film to come out June 9th, SyFy Network. Check local listings for showtimes.

Melissa Molinaro - Dance Floor Music Video

Melissa Molinaro - Dance Floor "Official" Video



Yes, indeed, a triple threat!

Joey Russo - Exclusive Interview

Here's an exclusive interview from @JoeyRusso. Enjoy! 

Thank you for taking out some of your time to answer some questions about your upcoming role in Jersey Shore Shark Attack.

Q: How was your experience playing the role of "Donnie" in the film? How did you prepare for that role?

Joey Russo: This film was hands down the best experience I have ever had. I got to shoot with my mentor and best bud @JeremyLuke (turbo) preparing for the role really wasn't really tough considering I am an all Italian kid from Staten Island, ha a guy can never get rid of his Guido years.
Ha ha. but being serious, a lot of dieting and lifting ha ha.
And oh yea spray tanning.

Q: What were some of your favorite memories on set?

Joey Russo: The best memories was when the whole cast was all together. And talking with some acting favorites, jack Scalia, Tony Sirico, and Paul Sorvino. They had some great stories. I remember one day was a night shoot and we were all outside Tony's trailer and he was tellin us some advice and great stories.

Q: Can you tell us a little bit more about your show with Jeremy Luke? The Turbo and Joey show? How did that come about?

Joey Russo: Turbo and Joey was a show that we put together when we tracked our day to day life of being two guys from Staten Island trying to make it in Hollywood. We started shooting on a blackberry camera and became a pretty big hit amonst our friends. We were then found on Facebook by a
really talented director and filmmaker from Long Island, Justin Schack. That's when the idea turned into a possible reality that we could sell a show. The episodes are on YouTube. I am certain you will enjoy them. Turbo and Joey!!! It's our baby

Q: What reactions are you expecting from the audience from the film?

Joey Russo: Look, I mean, the movie speaks for itself. If you take it for what it is, a SyFy spoof, then your gonna really enjoy it. The actors in it, are classic and the story line is really enjoyable. It's a fun summer flick. I personally feel that it will be a cult classic.

Q: I have asked this question to all the cast members I have interviewed, simply out of curiosity. Not that we enjoy stereotyping and such, but it is out there. Do you feel there are positive and negative stereotypes because of shows like Jersey Shore and Jersey Shore Housewives?

Joey Russo: I feel stereotypes are hysterical because we all have them, or at least I do. Ha. I mean let's just say that I'm tan jacked and my cloths are clean. Ha. But seriously, the problem starts when people really use stereotypes to judge someone before getting to know them.
We all fit the mold of something and it's funny to make fun of yourself. That's just how I feel.

Q: Do you have new projects in the works? If so, where is the best place for your fans to keep up to date with all that information?

Joey Russo: Yes! Well I have a commercial for TIDE detergent with BETTY WHITE that will air this summer im a guido of course and I'm in this hilarious play called Fluffy Bunnies in a Field of Daisies, which is about to open right in the heart of Hollywood. It's awesome.
Check it out at facebook.com/fluffybunniesla and if
you're in LA, you should DEFINITELY come see it. And of course TURBO and JOEY!!! www.turboandjoey.com

Q: Do you have any inspiring thoughts for any of your fans out there that may be interested in becoming an actor?

Joey Russo: Do what you love to do and enjoy every minute while doing it.

Jersey Shore Shark Attack

Many years ago, hundreds of locals and tourists were massacred by giant man-eating sharks in the infamous 1916 Jersey Shore attacks. But that's just a legend... or is it? It's a holiday weekend on the Jersey Shore and, unbeknownst to anyone, underwater drills have attracted dozens of albino bull sharks to the pier. When a man goes missing, TC (The Complication), Nookie and friends fear the worst and plead with the police chief to close down the beach. It isn't until a famous singer is eaten alive during a performance on the pier that the shark hunt begins. Now, the Preppies must work together with the Guidos in order to save the Jersey Shore and its inhabitants from another vicious slaughter. Written by Anonymous

Jersey Shore Shark Attack

Stay tuned for an exclusive interview from the one and only - Melissa Molinaro.

Turbo and Joey

Have you had the chance to check out www.turboandjoey.com. See how Jeremy Luke and Joey Russo got discovered for Jersey Shore Shark Attack.

Funnnnny.

Jersey Shore Shark Attack

Jersey Shore Shark Attack is on Syfy on June, 9th. Check your local listings for show times.

Gabrielle Christian - Exclusive Interview

Hi Gabby! Gabrielle Christian plays the role of Penelope in Jersey Shore Shark Attack.

Thank you for taking out some of your time to answer some questions about your upcoming role in Jersey Shore Shark Attack.

Q: How was your experience playing the role of "Penelope" in the film? How did you prepare for that role?

Gabrielle Christian: Penelope was such a fun character for me to develop, especially because I had never played a role like her before. I'm usually cast as the "girl next door" and sweetheart, so to play a girl with an attitude and social hierarchy issues was totally fun. I also feel like I was preparing for Penelope for over 3 years before I actually got to play her, as my martial arts training came in handy for both the audition and in booking the role (spoiler alert, shhh!)

Q: What was some of your favorite memories on set?

Gabrielle Christian: I just loved how our Jersey Shore boys/girls always stayed in character, whether they were filming or just walking around the set having a snack. Their accents, hairdos and attitudes were spectacular. I am actually impressed with how committed they were to their roles.

Q: What reactions are you expecting from the audience from the film?

Gabrielle Christian: Lots and lots of laughter....and perhaps a pinch of fear? :)

Q: I have asked this question to all the cast members I have interviewed, simply out of curiosity. Not that we enjoy stereotyping and such, but it is out there. Do you feel there are positive and negative stereotypes because of shows like Jersey Shore and Jersey Shore housewives?

Gabrielle Christian: Totally! We create stereotypes every day, that's just human nature. However, in the end, it's up to an individual to make them positive or negative. I think JSSA shines a great light on stereotypes in a positive way as it conveys the humor and absurdity of it all.

Q: Do you have new projects in the works? If so, where is the best place for your fans to keep up to date with all that information?

Yes! Check 'em out at www.gabriellechristian.com and @gabychristian on twitter.

Q: Do you have any inspiring thoughts for any of your fans out there that may be interested in becoming an actor?

Gabrielle Christian: Passion and perseverance.

Thank you again Gabby for your time. We look so forward for this film to come out June 9th on the SyFy Network.

Jeremy Luke - Exclusive Interview

Hello there Jeremy. 

Q: How are you doing today?

Jeremy Luke: I'm doing fine thanks for asking. And you ?

Great! Thank you for asking.

Q: How was your experience playing the role of "TC" The Complication in Jersey Shore Shark Attack?

Jeremy Luke: Actually, I have to say it was the best experience I've ever had on a set. I got to work with my best friend Joey Russo who also played my best friend in the film then we got together with Danny Booko and the ladies and we became the thundercats even the preppies were cool. Grant Harvey and Dylan Vox.

Q: What was your process in getting this role?

Jeremy Luke: My process for the role was spray tan , gym , barber shop , egg whites and protein shakes. wait .. Did you mean the acting ?! ;)

Q: So tell me more about your show with Joey Russohttp://www.turboandjoey.com/? How did that come about?

Jeremy Luke: Joey and I were roomates and got sick of waitin so we decided to do it ourselves. So we started following ourselves around on the blackberry. Next thing we had an audience of tons of facebook friends and our peeps from back home. People got very into the show and we decided to make it more legit. And the rest is history... Boom !

Q: Do you feel there are positive and negative stereotypes because of the TV show Jersey Shore?

Jeremy Luke: Yah, I think stereotypes are corny. Everyone is guilty of stereotyping people, including myself. I think the public have stereotyped the cast of the Jersey Shore as a bunch of morons but the truth of the matter is they are laughing all the way to the bank. Morons huh ? good for them. So shit .. I guess sign me up for the stereotyping. :)

Q: What reactions are you expecting from your audience watching Jersey Shore Shark Attack?

Jeremy Luke: To be honest I think people who get the joke will get that this is a campy movie and we are having fun and not taking ourselves too seriously. I mean let's be honest this isn't shakespeare in the park. But, on the flip side, there are going to be the haters who just don't get what we re trying to do, but I can tell you the haters will be watching too.

Q: When and where can your fans watch Jersey Shore Shark Attack?

Jeremy Luke: Jersey Shore Shark Attack will be on SyFy network Wednesday June 9th. 9 pm. Holla !

Q: Do you have new projects on the burner to tell your fans about?

Jeremy Luke: Yes, definetly have some new projects on the burner. Actually grant harvey who plays "bradford" has become a very close friend of mine. We have been collaborating on a project togther with our mutual friend larry g. I was also recently cast in "don jons addiction " opposite Joseph Gordon Levitt and Scarlett Johansen I start shooting that in 3 weeks.
But to be honest my passion project is turboandjoey. We've been working our asses off for the past two years and we will have a new video out on the website soon.

Q: Where is the best place for Jeremy Luke fans to find out the most information about those upcoming projects?

Jeremy Luke: If people want to know what I'm up to they should probably check out the website turboandjoey.com.
Also they can follow me on twitter. Shit! I should probably get a website huh ?

Thanks a bunch for taking the time out of your day to sit back and chat with us. We look so forward to seeing you as 'TC' The Complication on Jersey Shore Shark Attack.

Jersey Shore Shark Attack

"When a man goes missing, TC (The Complication), Nookie and friends fear the worst and plead with the police chief to close down the beach. It isn’t until a famous singer is eaten alive during a performance on the pier that the shark hunt begins. Now, the Preppies must work together with the Guidos in order to save the Jersey Shore and its inhabitants from another vicious slaughter.”