A Ridiculously Raunchy Sequel

Clerks 2 is a movie that suffers from what I like to call Sequel Identity Crisis (S.I.C.).  Sequel Identity Crisis is when a movie sequel gets compared to its predecessor too often, instead of being judged on its own merits.  As it stands, Clerks 2 is a movie that should be appreciated for its snappy dialogue, ridiculous scenarios, and originality that comes with every Kevin Smith movie.

Clerks 2 is the story of how Dante and Randal are ultimately planning their future. I absolutely loved this movie.  The great thing about Clerks 2 is that underneath all the donkey shows and ass-to-mouth jokes, this movie is really is really about the love and friendship that has formed between the characters.  I would easily that this movie is one of the greatest sequels ever made.

Brian O’ Halloran and Jeff Anderson are back as Dante and Randal.  Randal is offensive as ever, while Dante continues to attempt to keep him in check.  The “Lord of the Rings vs. Star Wars” debate is bound to drive any nerd crazy.  As unfiltered as Randal is, however, there is a beautiful moment of compassion from him when he tells Dante his true feelings about him. 

Also amongst the returning cast are fan-favorites Jay and Silent Bob, played by Jason Mewes and Kevin Smith.  Jay continues to be all about smoking weed and getting laid, while Silent Bob is the voice of reason.  It never ceases to amaze me how expressive Kevin Smith can be using just his face.

Rosario Dawson joins the returning cast as Becky.  She is just as foul-mouthed as Randal, and if Dante cannot put him in his place, she can and will.  It is hard not to fall in love with her, and the rooftop scene between her and Dante (followed by a great dance sequence) proves that.  Rosario Dawson really holds her own against the veterans of the cast.

I have always admired and respected Kevin Smith as a filmmaker.  He makes movies with his friends, which is incredibly inspiring.  You can tell that everyone had fun making this movie, and it is as equally as fun to watch it.

Clerks 2 may be one of my favorite movies ever.  It is great to see him do a sequel to the movie that put him on the map, and get everyone back to do it.  If you are not easily offended, or even if you are, I highly suggest picking this movie up.