I think this will be the crowning achievement of The Simpsons. No seriously, I really do. I’ve been excited about the concept for a long time, even though I know a lot of people have some serious reservations. Word now is that the production of the movie is being pushed back a bit (or a LOT). The good folks over at Cinema Blend give us this:
In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, show executive producer Al Jean tried to put a positive spin on it by saying they were “targeting” a date in 2008. Ironically enough, he made it a point to say that the movie needs to be reflective of the quality of the show, and further added, “you don’t want the quality of the show to slip because you’re doing the movie.”
I have to agree with that. The one thing I’ve been worried about is them getting 2nd or 3rd string directors and writers for the show while the “A” team worked on the movie. Wait till the show has run it’s course and then gimme my Simpsons fix when I need it the most.
