3.5, United States/Canada

Clerks 2

2006 / Kevin Smith > While not a big Kevin Smith fan, I do respect him for essentially making films for himself, which is a rather beautiful thing. And it just so happens that Clerks 2 feels intensely personal, which for once is an outright positive than a notable negative. Bringing closure to the Askewniverse, Smith presents us with a ridiculous combination of obscenity, hilarity and heart-warming moments that, for better or worse, keep us entertained throughout the film. Of special note was Rosario Dawson: Her character seemed to be the natural embodiment of her own self, and that shone through the screen without reservations.

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