Join filmmaker Kevin Smith, known for his cult classics like Clerks and Dogma, alongside Chris Ryan, a movie enthusiast with a flair for dance and demons. They tackle their mixed feelings on the new John Wick spin-off, Ballerina, discussing its flaws in pacing and character depth. Smith reminisces about the enduring impact of his film Dogma, filled with humor and philosophical insights, while exploring its tumultuous journey back to screens and its cultural significance. Expect plenty of entertaining stories and reflections on the indie film world!
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Ballerina's Tone and Action Issues
'Ballerina' struggles with tone and feels like a mediocre revenge movie despite John Wick franchise association.
The film's action shines only when Chad Stahelski intervened, showing his distinct action staging skills.
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Bring Her Back's Disturbing Horror
'Bring Her Back' features very disturbing horror elements, especially extreme dental violence.
A young actor in the film portrays a demon-like boy who bites into a butcher's block, a scene that made one host look away.
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Dogma's Bold Faith Satire
Dogma blends silly humor with sophisticated examination of Catholic faith and corporate influence.
Its boldness and philosophical depth still resonate, making it timeless and culturally significant.
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The book 'Kids' contains the screenplay of the 1995 film directed by Larry Clark and written by Harmony Korine. It explores the lives of a group of teenagers in New York City, delving into themes of youth culture, substance abuse, and sexual exploration during the AIDS crisis. The film is noted for its quasi-documentary style and its use of non-professional actors, contributing to its raw and unfiltered portrayal of adolescent life.
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The Grail Quest
Bernard Cornwell
Sean Barrett
The Companion
Katie Alender
The Companion follows Margot, a teenager who survives a car accident that kills her family. She is adopted by the wealthy Sutton family to be a companion to their silent daughter, Agatha, at their isolated estate. As Margot uncovers the dark secrets of the house, she faces a terrifying reality. The novel is a suspenseful blend of Gothic horror and psychological thriller elements.
Dogma
a screenplay
Kevin Smith
Kevin Smith's 'Dogma' is a comic fantasia that explores themes of faith and religion. The story follows two fallen angels who attempt to return to Heaven by exploiting a loophole in Catholic dogma, prompting a group of unlikely heroes to intervene. The screenplay is known for its humorous and irreverent take on religious themes.
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Dov Charney
Dov Charney is a prominent figure in the fashion industry, having founded American Apparel and later Los Angeles Apparel. However, there is no record of him publishing a book titled 'Dove Charney's Works'.
Chasing Amy
Chasing Amy
Scott Mosier
Kevin Smith
Zach and Miriam
Zach and Miriam
Kevin Smith
Jane, Son, Bob Shrink
Jane, Son, Bob Shrink
Kevin Smith
Mallrats
Mallrats
Kevin Smith
Clerks Ii
The Screenplay
Kevin Smith
Clerks II: The Screenplay contains the complete shooting script for the 2006 film, which follows the characters from the original 'Clerks' ten years later. The book includes a small section of photos from the movie. The film itself is a black comedy that explores the lives of Dante Hicks, Randal Graves, and other characters as they navigate new challenges.
Red State
A Screenplay by Kevin Smith
Kevin Smith
The screenplay for 'Red State' is a rare copy of Kevin Smith's work for the film of the same name. The story revolves around three teenagers who are kidnapped by a fundamentalist cult known as the Five Points Church. The screenplay explores themes of extremism and violence, marking a departure from Smith's typical comedic style.
Clerks III
Complete Screenplay
Kevin Smith
Clerks III is a black comedy-drama film written, directed, and edited by Kevin Smith. It serves as a sequel to the 1994 and 2006 Clerks films and is part of the View Askewniverse. The story revolves around Randal Graves, who, after surviving a heart attack, decides to make a film about his life at the Quick Stop with his friends. The screenplay reflects Smith's personal experiences and career retrospection.
Clerks
Scott Mosier
David Klein
Kevin Smith
This book provides a candid look at Kevin Smith's life and career, featuring stories and artifacts from his journey as a filmmaker. It includes insights into his early days, the making of 'Clerks,' and other notable projects.
Sean and Amanda are joined by Chris Ryan to discuss their disappointment with the newest installment in the John Wick franchise, ‘From the World of John Wick: Ballerina’ (2:08). Next, they cover the second horror feature film from the Philippou brothers with the deeply upsetting ‘Bring Her Back’ and explain why it was an interesting follow-up to their first feature, ‘Talk to Me’ (25:45). Then, they revisit Kevin Smith’s 1999 classic, ‘Dogma,’ and share everything they loved about it when they first watched it, and all of the things that have aged so well since then (37:00). Finally, Sean is joined by Kevin Smith for the first time to discuss the re-release of ‘Dogma.’ They discuss why it has been so difficult to access the rights to the movie, what made Smith’s return to the Cannes Film Festival so special, and share a myriad of incredible stories across his entire filmmaking career (51:19).
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