Clerks II

I know this movie came out way back in August, but a friend of mine said that he was disappointed I hadn't reviewed it yet. Kevin Smith again delivers a hilarious romp in his latest film Clerks II. Beginning where the first film left off in black and white, the film again follows the lives of two lowly clerks, Dante (Brian O'Halloran) and Randal (Jeff Anderson). Unfortunately for them, the old Quickstop has burned down and they are now forced to work at a fast food restaurant. Joining the cast for this film are Rosario Dawson and Trevor Fehrman. Of course, the film wouldn't be complete without Jay (Jason Mewes) and Silent Bob (Kevin Smith).

For fans who have come to love Kevin Smith films (Clerks, Mallrats, Chasing Amy, Dogma, etc.) this film is of course another treat along the way. Smith brings back the hilarious lines that made his earlier films so successful. Moreover, the characters simply do not sit back and laugh, there is a story unfolding as well. The big question remains: what will Dante and Randal do with their lives?

While the film is not the smartest film of the year, it is one of the funniest. Aside from Borat, this film is the funniest of the year. Likewise, the clever dialogue as well as the Lord of the Rings bashing (yippee!) make the film a must see for anyone desiring a good laugh. While some may find the film repulsing, Smith has a certain way with directing comedy that just plain works. And if you don't necessarily like the film, maybe you might want to try some interspecies erotica instead.... B+.