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Description: Miramax Home Entertainment is proud to present this amazing, three-disc collector's set that includes two versions of the original indie classic, a killer, brand-new, 90-minute documentary -- "Snowball Effect: The Story Of CLERKS," and more never-before-seen bonus material than you can shake a salsa shark at!Amazon.com: Before Kevin Smith became a Hollywood darling with Chasing Amy, a film he wrote and directed, he made this $27,000 comedy about real-life experiences working for chump change at a New Jersey convenience store. A rude, foul-mouthed collection of anecdotes about the responsibilities that go with being on the wrong side of the till, the film is also a relationship story that takes some hilarious turns once the lovers start revealing their sexual histories to one another. In the best tradition of first-time, ultra-low budget independent films, Smith uses Clerks as an audition piece, demonstrating that he not only can handle two-character comedy but also has an eye for action--as proven in a smoothly handled rooftop hockey scene. Smith himself appears as a silent figure who hangs out on the fringes of the store's property. --Tom Keogh
Customer Reviews:
- Clerks: I thought this film was good. A cult film by Kevin Smith, with great characters, especially Randall and Dante, also the hilarious Jay and Silent Bob.
A good DVD for all Kevin Smith fans to own. - A great start from one of Amercia's best directors,: Clerks has to be one of the best starts from a director who has never made a bad movie. Sure Clerks is in black and white but it's hialrous. Look for the first apperance by Jay and Silent Bob in this classic humourous flick. The DVD gets extra points for adding the animated funeral scene.
- Amazing Flick: This is easily one of my favorite top 3 movies. I saw this when I was a teenager, and it wasn't the crude humor or bizarre situations discussed in the flick that drew me in, it was the incredibly witty writing that Kevin Smith is now famous for. The film is totally spoken script driven, so if you are looking for a Stallone-type action flick, go elsewhere. This movie launched Kevin Smith's career(and shot for only $30,000!) and watching this movie clearly shows why. Probably wouldn't want to watch it in front of Grandma, but a great flick, none the less.
- It's not all Black & White: An interesting look in the lifes of a handful of people working at and hanging around a small grocery store and video store. This microcosm is filmed in black and white either for economy or perception. The story is not dull and a fair amount of wit is layed upon us. Overall a decent work if you enjoy character developed stories like "Crash". Although this may not have the cast or budget of that magnitude, it stands up well against such comparison. At first I thought this was just going to be a comedy about shopkeepers, but it goes well beyond any superficial farce. I recommend it at least as a rental and there is a good chance you may want to add it to your collection. Good quality DVD, lots of extras, and good replayability.
- Local Fav: Movie from my area by Kevin Smith. It is a personal favorite and is a cult classic.
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