Made for just $27,000 on maxed-out credit cards,Clerksbecame an immediate indie classic, and now fans can get some insight into how the film was made with the new indie comedyShooting Clerks. The first trailer for thisKevin Smith biopicdropped back in March 2015, when production was just getting under way, but today we have the red band trailer, along with details on where you can see this film yourself. The indie production company Auld Reekie Media has set up screenings inKevin Smith’s hometown of Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey and in New York City in November, following the world premiere at the Orlando Film Festival next month.
Auld Reekie Media has set upEventBritepages for both the New Jersey premiere on November 10 and the New York premiere on November 11. Tickets to each of these screenings will be $28, with each fan receiving a themed swag bag filled withprop replicasand other memorabilia. Here’s the official description of the event from the Eventbrite page.
“Auld Reekie Media invite you to join them as they premiereShooting Clerksin New York City andKevin Smith’s hometown of Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey! Every ticket holder will receive a swag bag, filled with exclusive merch as well as the chance to win a set of prototype Shooting Clerks figures. Following a short introduction from the filmmakers and select cast, you will have the opportunity to see previousKevin Smithbiopic shorts ‘Get Greedo’ and ‘Emo Kev’ on the big screen for the first time. An exclusive, advanced screening ofEmo Kev Rides Again, the prequel toShooting Clerks, will follow, leading into the feature presentation. When the end credits roll, you can let rip and interrogate the cast and crew during a 30+ Q&A session. The festivities will conclude with a meet and greet in which you grab an autograph from your favoriteShooting Clerksstar.”
The film was made with the full cooperation ofKevin Smithhimself, and he appears in the film as well. Many otherClerksstars such asBrian O’HalloranandMarilyn Ghigliottihave roles in the film, along withKevin Smith’sComic Book Menco-starsWalter Flanagan,Mike ZapcicandMing Chen. Many of these actors, along with other stars of the film, will be present at these three screenings, but it isn’t known when the film will be released to the general public.
Theworld premierewill take place at the Orlando Film Festival, which runs from October 19 through October 23, withChristopher Downie(Writer/Director),Brett Murray(Producer/Actor - Bryan),Ryan James(US Producer/2nd Unit),Jay Booton(Actor - Dave),Stephanie Price(Actor - Lisa) andStefen Laurantz(Actor - Harry Weizmann) set to attend. Special guests for the New York premiere includeChristopher Downie(Writer/Director),Brett Murray(Producer/Actor - Bryan),Jay Booton(Actor - Dave),Stephanie Price(Actor - Lisa) andAshley Graziano(Actor - Marilyn). The New Jersey premiere guests includeChristopher Downie(Writer/Director),Brett Murray(Producer/Actor - Bryan),Brian O’Halloran(Actor - Elis),Scott Schiaffo(Don),Ernie O’Donnell(Sergeant Svenning),Mike Belicose(Actor - Deputy Principal McNeil),Betsy Broussard(Actor - Sister Mary Rufus),Jay Booton(Actor - Dave),Stephanie Price(Actor - Lisa),Ashley Graziano(Actor - Marilyn), andKat Habrukowich(Actor - Narrator). Take a look at the red band trailer forShooting Clerksbelow, which does feature R-rated language.
