Mark and Me Podcast Episode 400: Kevin Smith
Nov 17, 2024
Kevin Smith, the iconic filmmaker known for his cult classics like Clerks and Dogma, joins for a heartfelt discussion. He reflects on how Jaws ignited his passion for cinema and shares his transformative journey from budding filmmaker to a celebrated storyteller. The duo dives into the importance of authenticity in the creative world, future film projects, and the emotional ties that inspire their work. With nostalgia and humor, they celebrate the milestones of podcasting and the connections forged through storytelling.
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How A Foyer Chat Started A Podcast
- Mark recounts meeting Kevin in 2016 which inspired the Mark and Me podcast launch and led to big early guests.
- Kevin says he encouraged others to start podcasts and is proud Mark made it a full-time career.
Jaws Sparked A Lifelong Movie Obsession
- Kevin Smith credits Jaws as the film that turned him into a lifelong movie fan and terrified him away from the ocean.
- He taped Jaws from TV to listen to it later, showing how deeply it imprinted his imagination.
From Slacker To Clerks: The Origin Story
- Kevin describes how Slacker inspired him to try making films and led to his decision to attend film school.
- Clerks became the one project he actually finished, funded in part by his parents' life savings when cash was needed.
