KEVIN SMITH: Dogma, Clerks, Jay and Silent Bob

Kevin Smith joins Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to celebrate the long-awaited 4K debut of Dogma, the bold, controversial religious fantasy that pushed boundaries, sparked protests, and became one of the most beloved films in his View Askewniverse.Kevin reflects on the surreal feeling of finally holding the 4K master after decades of the film being locked away. He shares why physical media still matters, how Lionsgate helped revive the movie, and what it meant to watch audiences pack theaters across the country for the Dogma tour/He also dives into the wild behind-the-scenes history, including how Chris Rock ended up joining the cast, the unexpected moment Don Cheadle nearly starred in the film, and why Sam Jackson got paid more than anyone despite never appearing on screen. Kevin also talks about working with the late Alan Rickman, praising his brilliance and calling Rickman’s performance one of the film’s greatest gifts.As he revisits Dogma with fresh eyes, Kevin opens up about rediscovering the movie’s heart, reconnecting with its themes, and appreciating the dedication of a cast and crew who worked for scale simply because they believed in the story. Kevin teases his next projects as well, hinting at a new period-piece script he’s writing with renewed passion and confirming another Jay & Silent Bob movie arriving next year.Dogma makes its long-awaited return on 4K home video on December 9.Visit Nerdtropolis.comhttps://www.Facebook.com/nerdtropolishttps://Instagram.com/nerdtropolishttps://Twitter.com/nerdtropolis