Kevin Smith Remembers His Best Movie On Its 25th Anniversary – Giant Freakin Robot

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Its been 25 years since Kevin Smith introduced audiences to Holden and Alyssas comedic love story. Now, to commemorateChasing Amys milestone anniversary, the director shared a heartfelt message with fans on social media. After getting a standing ovation at her Sundance debut,Amyopened in NYC and LA before moving to 500 screens nationwide two weeks later, he wrote about the sleeper hit. In the lengthy post, alongside a photo of the young cast, the comic book writer also credited Chasing Amy with reviving his career afterMallratsdidnt make the best impression with Hollywood bosses.

Check out Kevin Smiths post celebrating the 25th anniversary ofChasing Amybelow:

Written and directed by Kevin Smith,Chasing Amywas released in 1997. The story follows a comic book artist named Holden McNeil, played by Ben Affleck. He falls for fellow artist, the bisexual Alyssa Jones. But his hopes are dashed when he discovers that his best friend doesnt like her. Although some parts ofChasingAmydidnt age well in terms of political correctness, it is still one of Smiths best films. It showcases his skills as a filmmaker with brilliant dialogue, humor, and storytelling. At its core,Chasing Amyserved as an emotional examination of two people who love each, while knowing their relationship will never work out.

In the Instagram post, Kevin Smith also talked about howChasing Amyhelped its stars find fame in other big movies. Jerry Bruckheimer cast Ben Affleck inArmageddon, Adam Sandler handpicked Joey for Big Daddy, and Jason Lee landed a role inEnemy of the State. Following its success, Smith was also hired to do some rewrites on theCoyote Uglyscript. The romantic comedy also introduced fans to theJay and Silent Bobalter egos ofBluntman and Chronic,drawn by comic book legend Michael Allred.

AfterChasing Amysresounding success, Kevin Smiths career experienced several highs and lows.Dogma,his 1999 American fantasy comedy was a hit, butJersey GirlandZack and Miri Make a Pornofailed to impress. But over the years, Smith created his own identity as a filmmaker with loyal fans who have stuck with him for the epic ride. Hisunique careerwas also highlighted in the 2021 documentaryClerk, which examined the life and career of the indie filmmaking icon.

Meanwhile, the comedians career continues to blossom. He is currently serving as writer and producer onMasters of the Universe: Revelationsand has been hard at work onClerks III.Directed, written, and produced, by Kevin Smith, the highly anticipated movie will serve as a sequel to the 1994 and 2006 movies. The story begins when Randal Graves survives a heart attack and decides to make a movie with his best pal, Dante Hicks about their lives at the Quick Stop.Clerks IIIwill star Brian OHalloran, Jeff Anderson, Marilyn Ghigliotti, Rosario Dawson, Trevor Fehrman, Jason Mewes, and Smith. The film is set to be released later this year.

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