The iconic grainy, black-and-white look was born out of financial necessity—it was simply cheaper than color film—but it ultimately lent the movie a raw, "authentic" feel.
This film introduced the world to the "View Askewniverse" anchors, Jay (Jason Mewes) and Silent Bob (Kevin Smith) , two stoners who hang out outside the shop. Legacy and Theatrical Impact #780) Clerks (1994) – The Horse's Head Clerks THEATRICAL 1994.mp4
The plot point about the shutters being jammed with chewing gum was actually a practical solution to hide the fact that they were filming at night while the store was technically closed. The Characters and Dialogue The iconic grainy, black-and-white look was born out
Before it became a cult classic, Clerks was a massive gamble. Kevin Smith famously financed the film for approximately $27,575 by maxing out credit cards and selling his prized comic book collection. The Characters and Dialogue Before it became a