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Kevin Smith is an American filmmaker, actor, comedian, and podcaster who gained prominence in the 1990s with his indie film "Clerks". He is known for his unique brand of comedy and his distinctive style of dialogue-driven storytelling.

Kevin Smith's directorial debut was "Clerks", a low-budget, black-and-white comedy shot in a convenience store where he worked. The film followed the lives of two slackers, Dante and Randal, as they navigate the mundane challenges of their dead-end jobs. "Clerks" was a critical and commercial success, earning Smith widespread recognition and establishing him as a new voice in independent cinema. It spawned two live action sequels, and an animated TV-series.

Following the success of "Clerks", Smith directed "Mallrats", a comedy set in a shopping mall. Although the film didn't perform well at the box office, it has since gained a cult following.

"Chasing Amy" was a departure from Smith's earlier films, exploring themes of sexuality and identity. It received critical acclaim and won several awards. This film marked a more mature and introspective phase in Smith's career.

"Dogma" was a religious satire that tackled themes of faith, religion, and morality. The film generated controversy and was met with mixed reviews but has also gained a cult following over the years.

In "Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back", characters from previous Smith films returned and it was a comedic culmination of his "View Askewniverse". It's a self-aware, meta-comedy that pokes fun at Hollywood and pop culture. He would later return to the "View Askewniverse" for several more movies, despite this having been the planned conclusion to those stories.

Starring Ben Affleck and Liv Tyler, "Jersey Girl" was a departure from Smith's usual style and was more of a family-oriented drama.

"Zach and Mire Make a Porno", starring Seth Rogen and Elizabeth Banks, followed two friends who decide to make an adult film to solve their financial problems. It was a return to Smith's raunchier comedic style.

"Red State" was a departure from Smith's comedic work, being a dark and political horror film. It received mixed reviews but was notable for its different tone.

"Tusk", was a horror-comedy film followed a man who is transformed into a walrus. It was inspired by a bizarre online ad and received mixed reviews.

"Yoga Hosers" was a comedy-horror film that featured his daughter, Harley Quinn Smith, and Johnny Depp's daughter, Lily-Rose Depp, as the main characters.

"Jay and Silent Bob Reboot", was a return to the Jay and Silent Bob characters, this film was both a sequel and a reboot of "Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back", revisiting the characters in a new adventure.