Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back (2001)

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• Graham J

  
  A ridiculous, brainless comedy, but what else would you expect from Jay & Silent Bob?

• Spencer S

  
  Only for the most seasoned of View Askiewniverse fans, Kevin Smith wrongfully ends his series of films with an all out compilation of every movie in aforementioned universe. (Only to revisit it in Clerks II five years later.) Ranging from Clerks to Chasing Amy to Scream 3, Smith… More
  Only for the most seasoned of View Askiewniverse fans, Kevin Smith wrongfully ends his series of films with an all out compilation of every movie in aforementioned universe. (Only to revisit it in Clerks II five years later.) Ranging from Clerks to Chasing Amy to Scream 3, Smith includes his usual cast of favorites, including Ben Affleck, Jason Lee, Joey Lauren Adams and so on and so forth. Instead of his usual structured storyline and cast of quirky characters, only showing their faces for a fraction of screen time, Smith follows the two most unlikely of protagonists: Jay and Silent Bob. They originally appeared in the first Clerks film, Smith portraying Silent Bob and Jason Mewes playing Jay. They get high, make innuendos about their sexual prowess, and supply homophobia jests, usually deemed offensive but that's just the New Jerysian vibe of the character that is Jay. Smith also includes several new faces, including SNL vets Will Ferrell and Chris Rock, a team of women jewel thieves, which include Shannon Elizabeth and Eliza Dushku, and Star Wars alums Mark Hamill and Carrie Fisher. A lot of this is on the shoulders of the cast opposed to the writing, as it's a series of cameos strung together with dialogue. All in all, the content of the film can't be judged, as it is as silly and irrevocably stupid as the films Joe Dirt or Dumb or Dumber. If you laugh once or twice, or can be amused by the various "breaking the third wall in-jokes" and references to EVERY single Kevin Smith movie ever made, then it's worth a watch, but if you like your comedy to be belly laugh inducing, steer clear. This is a zany tale, with orangutans, hot women in spandex, and the antics of a pot smoking duo with marginally ignorant yet childlike personas. Especially do not watch if you haven't seen any or only one Kevin Smith, as much of this won't make any sense.

• Matt G

  
  Jay: [typing a message on an internet chat room] All you motherfuckers are gonna pay. You are the ones who are the ball-lickers. Great to see Jay and Silent Bob in their own flick. There is nothing bad about this movie if you are an avid and devoted fan of the View Askewniverse. If… More
  Jay: [typing a message on an internet chat room] All you motherfuckers are gonna pay. You are the ones who are the ball-lickers. Great to see Jay and Silent Bob in their own flick. There is nothing bad about this movie if you are an avid and devoted fan of the View Askewniverse. If you haven't seen Smith's previous four films, you will be lost for a big portion of the film. Having said that, I really enjoy this film, which I've seen countless times and always find little references from Smith's past films and even hints to his new ones. The perfect movie for the perfect legacy. Snootch to the bootch. Anyways, this film is clearly very goofy and stupid, but that is the humor that has been the back wheel of all of their roles in Smith's films. Love all of the little inside jokes that Smith included, and these zany characters are just plain lovable. This is and will always be one of my favorite films of all time. Ladies, ladies, ladies, Jay and Silent Bob are in the hizouse! Highly recommended.

• Melvin W

  
  Hilarious. Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back features endless cameos from some pretty big names. Wes Craven and Gus Van Sant even have cameos. It is hilarious for what it is. The comedy is not what you would call tasteful, but I'd hope you would know that. It jokes about apes… More
  Hilarious. Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back features endless cameos from some pretty big names. Wes Craven and Gus Van Sant even have cameos. It is hilarious for what it is. The comedy is not what you would call tasteful, but I'd hope you would know that. It jokes about apes "smoking pole," being the "clit commander," and "sucking dick off." Along the way they run into Scooby Doo, and a gang of hot jewel thief's. Never boring, always outrageous, Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back is another great comedy from Kevin Smith and his grea cast of characters.

• Chris W

  
  I don't think I've ever seen a finer example of a cinematic ego trip than this. This film is essentially a 114 minute exercise in fan wankery and in-jokes. It's probably best to see this only if you're a fan of Kevin Smith, or have good knowledge of his work.… More
  I don't think I've ever seen a finer example of a cinematic ego trip than this. This film is essentially a 114 minute exercise in fan wankery and in-jokes. It's probably best to see this only if you're a fan of Kevin Smith, or have good knowledge of his work. If you didn't already know (based on my past reviews) I am a Smith fan. I recognize that this really isn't a traditional movie with a great plot, but, when something like this is made with love, care, and wit, and overflowing with jokes, that's okay- especially when you get 'em. I need to bring up my bias again because, really, if you look at this objectively, it's a generic (and flimsy) story tied together with some very fragile threads. Somehow it all works, despite being a gaudy, overblown mess. You dodn't need to be drunk or high to enjoy this, but it probably wouldn't hurt.

• MisterYoda ?

  
  3 stars

• Jens S

  
  It really helps if you are a fan of Kevin Smith films to appreciate this movie, which is full of characters, references and inside jokes from his former flicks that everyone not familiar with them will probably be lost and somewhat annoyed at the admittedly below the belt humor that… More
  It really helps if you are a fan of Kevin Smith films to appreciate this movie, which is full of characters, references and inside jokes from his former flicks that everyone not familiar with them will probably be lost and somewhat annoyed at the admittedly below the belt humor that is often shown here. Movie fans, especially those of Star Wars, will spot a couple of references too. Some jokes are insanely funny, others are just low and belong into the lowest category of humor. That doesn't ruin the film though, which is simply so fast paced, silly and making fun of the film industry that you won't be bored for a minute. Just don't expect intelligent or quiet humor.

• Conner R

  
  More of a fluff piece next to where Kevin Smith has usually taken his films, but it's fun none the less. It is essentially all inside jokes from his previous movies rolled into one giant road trip with Jay and Silent Bob, two of the most entertaining characters. It's dirty… More
  More of a fluff piece next to where Kevin Smith has usually taken his films, but it's fun none the less. It is essentially all inside jokes from his previous movies rolled into one giant road trip with Jay and Silent Bob, two of the most entertaining characters. It's dirty and outrageous, but perfect for what it is.

• Anthony L

  
  A fond farewell or succumbing to the fans? Either way, let?s hope it?s the last we see (apart from Clerks 2) as they are becoming quite annoying now!

• Luke B

  
  Kevin Smith makes one big ego trip into a damn hilarious, nod and a wink comedy. Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back is a big-budget in-joke. This isn't for the masses, it's for those familiar with Smith's work and characters. Those not familiar will no doubt be lost. The… More
  Kevin Smith makes one big ego trip into a damn hilarious, nod and a wink comedy. Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back is a big-budget in-joke. This isn't for the masses, it's for those familiar with Smith's work and characters. Those not familiar will no doubt be lost. The jokes are much simpler, but just as funny in context. The cast are all having more fun than the audience, but the audience should still be inhysterics. Ben Affleck's dead hooker fiascoes, C.L.I.T, and a Scooby Doo parody are just some of the highlights. It's a fun movie made by a filmmaker doing something a bit bigger for his friends and fans. If you enjoy Smith's work then this is a must, but don't expect the raw edginess of Clerks.

• Morgan G

  
  I love Kevin Smith.

• Cassandra M

  
  This is one of the funniest movies I have seen in a long time. I say this because it is the only movie I have ever laughed out loud at in a theater. I know a lot of people complain because the movie is toilet humor, vulgar language, and sex jokes. But so what? Kevin Smith took on… More
  This is one of the funniest movies I have seen in a long time. I say this because it is the only movie I have ever laughed out loud at in a theater. I know a lot of people complain because the movie is toilet humor, vulgar language, and sex jokes. But so what? Kevin Smith took on serious topics before, this is his chance to kick back. If you go into this movie expecting to be enlightened, then there is something seriously wrong with you. In the film, Jay and Silent Bob discover that Miramax will be making a movie based on "Bluntman & Chronic", the comic based on themselves. Soon after discovering the insults people are slinging about the movie on the internet, Jay and Silent Bob head to Hollywood to shut the movie down and protect their "good" names. This movie ties together all of Smith's other Jersey crew films, with appearances by characters from "Clerks" through "Chasing Amy". While it is true that you won't get all the jokes unless you've seen Smith's other movies, that won't stop a person from enjoying it if they haven't. When I first saw "Jay & Silent Bob Strikes Back" in theaters, I had only seen "Dogma" beforehand and I thought it was hilarious. Everyone in this movie puts on an awesome comedic performance, though I think my favorite comes from Will Ferrell as an inept wildlife marshal. If you don't mind some distasteful humor, you've got to see this movie.

• Chris G

  
  If you like pop culture references (like I do) then this is the movie for you. Jay and Silent Bob get a road movie to stop the production of the Bluntman and Chronic film and the internet posters that are bashing them left and right. Blue humor galore as always. HEY KIDS! IT'S… More
  If you like pop culture references (like I do) then this is the movie for you. Jay and Silent Bob get a road movie to stop the production of the Bluntman and Chronic film and the internet posters that are bashing them left and right. Blue humor galore as always. HEY KIDS! IT'S MARK HAMILL! (applause)

• Lorenzo v

  
  This film is absurdity at its best. Jay and Silent Bob played by Jason Mewes and Kevin Smith (also the director) respectively sets out to invade Hollywood and boycott a film being made about their life story 'Bluntman and Chronic'. The first film that introduced me to Kevin… More
  This film is absurdity at its best. Jay and Silent Bob played by Jason Mewes and Kevin Smith (also the director) respectively sets out to invade Hollywood and boycott a film being made about their life story 'Bluntman and Chronic'. The first film that introduced me to Kevin Smith's View Askewniverse: an interconnected series of films that is directed by Smith. Other notable films are Dogma, Mallrats, Clerks., Clerks II and Chasing Amy. I have not seen the mentioned films above, will plan to sometime soon. The script was just plain absurd. The F word was used 228 times and its mostly said by Jay. Its absurdity will make you laugh most of the time. But sometimes it just gets on your nerve and say "Dude, that wasn't funny". Expect surprise appearances by notable Hollywood stars and directors like Jon Stewart, Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Carrie Fisher and Mark Hamill (Kevin Smith is a big Star Wars fan) Its Harold and Kumar and Cheech and Chong combined. If you want stupid jokes, toilet humor and bongs this one is for you snoogens. 3.5 stars

• Aaron N

  
  Security Guard: Now when your finished, I want you to say: "Oh what a lovely tea party." An entire movie about Jay and Silent Bob. That should satisfy many. Kevin Smith brings audiences a zany adventure comedy featuring everyone's favorite cursing drug dealing duo.… More
  Security Guard: Now when your finished, I want you to say: "Oh what a lovely tea party." An entire movie about Jay and Silent Bob. That should satisfy many. Kevin Smith brings audiences a zany adventure comedy featuring everyone's favorite cursing drug dealing duo. Holden: If the buzz is any indicator, that movie's gonna make some huge bank. Jay: What buzz? Holden: The Internet buzz. Jay: What the fuck is the Internet? Holden: The Internet is a communication tool used the world over where people can come together to bitch about movies and share pornography with one another. The story surrounds the making of a movie based on the comic that Jay and Silent Bob were the inspiration for. Due to their reputations being at stake, the duo head to Hollywood to hopefully stop its production. During this time they run into various characters from other Smith films, as well as a group of thieves, a chimp, and some other familiar faces. Jay: Do they say who's fuckin' playing us in the movie? Holden: No, but it's Miramax. So I'm sure it'll be Ben Affleck and Matt Damon. They put those guys in a bunch of movies. Jay: Who? Holden: You know, those kids from Good Will Hunting? Jay: You mean that fuckin' movie with Mork from Ork in it? Holden: Yeah, I wasn't a big fan either... but Affleck was the bomb in "Phantoms". Jay: Word, bitch, Phantoms like a mallfucker. The movie is basically a large inside joke to the fans of Kevin Smith's other movies, if you haven't seen those, then you shouldn't bother watching this, but even if you haven't you should be open to seeing the other movies behind it. Brodie: Oh my God. Don't tell me you have no idea there's a movie being made of the comic you two were the basis for. Jay: What? Since when? Brodie: See, here's the pulse. And this is your finger, far away from the pulse, jammed straight up your ass. Say, would you like a chocolate covered pretzel? Besides the inside nature of the movie, it is really hilarious with pretty much everyone that has been in a Smith film doing their part. Some people don't like Will Ferrel in this one, but I think he is funny enough. Even with Jay and Bob doing their damnedest with the dick and fart jokes, the dialog still makes these movies worth it. Chaka: This movie is gonna make House Party look like House Party 2. Chaka's Production Assistant: Or House Party 3. Chaka: Shut the fuck up! The various send ups of Hollywood are also great, particularly Good Will Hunting 2. This film easily works best if you know what comes before it, but I know plenty who haven't seen and still love it. Teen #1: Jay says you guys had a Star Wars themed wedding, and you tied the knot dressed as Storm Troopers. Teen #2: Yeah, and he says you're the bitch and you're the butch. Dante Hicks: I'm the BITCH? Randal Graves: Well, if we were gay, that's certainly the way I'd see it. Dante Hicks: Will you shut up!

• Lenny M

  
  Hahahah, what?

• A B

  
  Some funny moments, a whole lot of cussin' and a lot of famous faces.

• Jason S

  
  This is one big thank you to the fans of Kevin Smith and it is a fun romp indeed. There are so many in jokes in this flick that watching it without seeing the others will only leave you missing most of the jokes and wondering what everyone else is laughing at.

• Arash X

  
  LMFAO

• Craig S

  
  <b><u>Directed by:</u> Kevin Smith.</b> <b><u>Starring:</u> Jason Mewes, Kevin Smith, Shannon Elizabeth, Will Ferrell, Chris Rock.</b> Now lets start by saying that before I even knew about Kevin Smith and at a time where I was part of… More
  <b><u>Directed by:</u> Kevin Smith.</b> <b><u>Starring:</u> Jason Mewes, Kevin Smith, Shannon Elizabeth, Will Ferrell, Chris Rock.</b> Now lets start by saying that before I even knew about Kevin Smith and at a time where I was part of the mainstream audience, I saw this film first and loved it. Now, being years later I saw this film, I am now a true movie buff, seeing films differently....and I have found Kevin Smiths other classic films and now respect the man. So me going back today to watch this for the first time in years, I didn't think I was going to like it because of how mainstream the film is compared to his other films.....but I enjoyed it. One thing I will mention though is that it is different from his other films, in his other films, his smart insight into sexuality, clerks etc and the smart and sharp witty humour that came out of it all was his trademark....here he goes for more vulgar gags then smart witty insights but luckily enough he manages to keep them going strong throughout the whole film. This time around, he sticks Jay and Silent Bob in the leading roles and they do pretty well and they certainly appeal to the mainstream audience, but what the mainstream audience don't know is that Dante and Randal will always be the best....and it was great to see them in this film, along with other memorable characters from his previous films. So overall it will appeal alot to the mainstream audience which is what I hate, its not his best film but he manages to hit with all his gags and even makes fun of hollywood in the great 'Kevin Smith' way.

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