I will probably see "Clerks II" although I have some hesitation. I've generally enjoyed the work of Kevin Smith, and will go to support him as a film maker. I won't be there opening weekend because I'm not a big fan of crowded theaters. Plus, the wife wants to see it and we have to coordinate our movie schedules, which is no easy task. But regardless of the reviews, I'll still have ticket in hand.
I remember when "Clerks" came out and the waves it created in the film business. I worked in a video store at the time, where I think most of the employees aspired to be Randal. In reality, they were more like Dante. However, I do have to credit them with turning me onto the film, and I've seen most of his work since (missed "Jersey Girl"). "Chasing Amy" ranks as my favorite while "Mallrats" appeals to me the least. I know of at least one person who rated it as his favorite, but there was too much slapstick for me.
A couple years ago, I had the opportunity to attend a lecture by Kevin. He answered several questions throughout the evening, mostly on topics you would expect from fans. He's a really funny, personable guy and a good storyteller. What amazed me was the fact that he spoke for four hours! He could have easily continued, and may have at a local diner (the college cut him off at midnight). Of course this is where my older self battled with my younger self. Older self kept reminding younger self that I had to work in the morning. Younger self won, and I stuck with the whole lecture. Older self wasn't happy with the hour of sleep I got before work. Anyway, there's a DVD available called "An Evening With Kevin Smith" that features his speaking engagements.
So best of luck to Kevin at the box office this weekend. I'll be with you for "Clerks II"... just don't push your luck with "Clerks III."
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