The 8 Minute Big O
Sunday 28 May 2006 @ 8:00 pm

The 8 Minute Big O

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  1. I WILL BE THERE!!! wow, i have never heard of anything like that before…That is just amazing…GO KEV!!!

    Comment by Jared — May 28, 2006 @ 8:31 pm

  2. kev u rock an so does jay but big question is gonna hav to b is when will i see it in the uk?
    rock on dudes \mm/ (too much rock for 1 hand)
    Jay

    Comment by Jaymi — May 28, 2006 @ 9:09 pm

  3. Yeah, cried again… friggin awesome.
    Congratulations, cast, crew and Kev.
    Sarah

    Comment by Sarah — May 28, 2006 @ 9:53 pm

  4. where the hell is mewes?

    Comment by dennis — May 28, 2006 @ 10:00 pm

  5. Hi Kevin, I’m really happy for you that all of this is going so well. I can’t wait to see the film for myself. Your films captured the subculture that I grew-up in so well and parodied the types of characters that break away from the conventional media that I’ve always felt a strong connection to them. I’ve even been known to use scenes from your movies as examples of situations I’ve been in because they were such ubiquitous symbols of life in suburbia. As I’m getting older now myself, and watching people around me change and not-actually-mature, I look forward to seeing the latest installment (Clerks II) to see what insight you’ve had this time. Again, congrats to you and everyone else who contributed, and thanks for the Blog. The snippets that you share from your life have helped me through the last year immensely, your comic way of dealing with tough situations gives me hope that there really are reasonable, intelligent people out there worth their carbon.

    Comment by Emily Coren — May 28, 2006 @ 10:02 pm

  6. Even in this video, we can feel how much you guys felt so special and so ‘’understood'’ the message you put in this movie. Congratulation Kevin, Scott, Brian, Jeff and Rosa ! This was your 8 minutes of glory ! Congratulation again.

    Comment by Jay ( yeah ! Really ! ) — May 28, 2006 @ 10:08 pm

  7. Even in this video, we can feel how much you guys felt so special and so ‘’understood'’ the message you put in this movie. Congratulation Kevin, Scott, Brian, Jeff and Rosa ! This was your 8 minutes of glory !

    Comment by Jay — May 28, 2006 @ 10:10 pm

  8. i said it once and i’ll say it again, CONGRATS KEVIN! i can’t wait to see your masterpiece

    Comment by Stephen — May 28, 2006 @ 10:37 pm

  9. CONGRATULATIONS Kevin!!!

    Comment by Matt — May 28, 2006 @ 10:40 pm

  10. Im excited to see the movie. Hey was mewes at the premiere? I didnt see him there.

    Comment by Amelia — May 28, 2006 @ 10:49 pm

  11. TOTAL CLASS SIR.

    Grats

    Till July!

    M

    Comment by Michael — May 28, 2006 @ 11:32 pm

  12. Awesome.

    What’s with the Brokeback music, though? :)

    Comment by Goulet — May 29, 2006 @ 12:02 am

  13. Fantastic! I am happy that the film went over well. I am counting down the days so I can go see it about five times. All of Kevin’s movies are superb! I am thrilled that Clerks II is coming out in July. Congratulations to Kevin and to everyone who and was involved in the production of the movie!

    Comment by Joe — May 29, 2006 @ 12:17 am

  14. Total Class Sir.

    Can’t wait till July!

    Comment by Michael — May 29, 2006 @ 12:37 am

  15. as a member of the couter culture I will be there standing proudly by a movie that once again will properly adress the hyjinx of my day to day life!

    Comment by Chris B. — May 29, 2006 @ 1:23 am

  16. Great sign of things to come but where was Mewes?

    Comment by James — May 29, 2006 @ 1:59 am

  17. What in the HELL!! did he do. My dear god!! What could have possibly transspired to cause 8 min. of applause? There is no way im not going to be there first thing. Mr. Smith You F****** ROCK!

    Comment by Hopper — May 29, 2006 @ 2:38 am

  18. Sir, you are a genius.

    And whoever put the music to your vid fucking RULES! The track from Karate Kid knocked me off my fucking chair. My sides ache.

    Can’t wait to see the movie, and thank you for all you have done.

    Comment by Jef — May 29, 2006 @ 4:57 am

  19. that was touching. did you cry? I did just watching the footage. how wonderful for you and your team.

    Comment by M — May 29, 2006 @ 7:33 am

  20. Do I smell an Oscar?

    Comment by NihilDark — May 29, 2006 @ 7:46 am

  21. All the clapping must have been very heartwarming- but STOP and let the man have a smoke already! Can’t wait for July 21st

    Comment by Andy S. — May 29, 2006 @ 10:09 am

  22. All I can say is WOW! You were lucky to even get previewed at Cannes first off, but to receive Kudos that large in that setting… WOW!

    Walt Flannigans Dog is proud of you FatMan! ~sniff~

    Comment by Walt Flannigans Dog — May 29, 2006 @ 10:17 am

  23. What is the music that is played during the applause?

    Comment by kenneth — May 29, 2006 @ 12:21 pm

  24. Nah, that’s only Kevins cigarette you smell… ;-)

    I will be there too, btw.

    Comment by flunkmaster Ex — May 29, 2006 @ 12:33 pm

  25. A Kevin Smith movie winning an oscar? Is it that good?
    Last time a Kevin Smith movie won an oscar I woke up with wet trousers screaming “What a lovely teaparty”…

    Comment by Blammo — May 29, 2006 @ 2:27 pm

  26. Oh come on….the 8 minute ovation was thanks to Rosario’s dress….headlights baby.

    And eff any Rosario haters….she is the hottest woman in Hollywood.

    Where was Mewes?

    Comment by bacci40 — May 29, 2006 @ 3:07 pm

  27. WOW I mean WOW. Congrats. I am very proud of you. and just watching that clip makes me want to be in your shoes one day. I will make a movie and beat out that impossible 8 minute ovation. and you will be my guest of honor. cannot wait for the masterpiece.

    Comment by Neil — May 29, 2006 @ 4:33 pm

  28. When this movie opens I will go to my local midnight screening and applaud for 9 minutes, while holding my breath.

    Comment by Fernando — May 29, 2006 @ 5:06 pm

  29. finally genius is reconised, where have you all been for the last million years, cant wait for it!!!!!

    Comment by jules — May 29, 2006 @ 5:15 pm

  30. Yeah! it will be the Ovation heard ROUND THE WORLD!!!

    Comment by Jared — May 29, 2006 @ 6:02 pm

  31. Where was Jay?

    Comment by CT — May 29, 2006 @ 7:00 pm

  32. Where’s Mewes?

    Comment by Amy.Girl — May 29, 2006 @ 7:43 pm

  33. This one’s gonna break the $30 mil mark. I feel it in my bones.

    Cheers!

    Comment by kufogo — May 29, 2006 @ 9:06 pm

  34. Midnight, July 21st. It’s a date. I hope Jay brings the canned whipped cream.

    Comment by Daniel @ HomeSqueezed Ent. — May 29, 2006 @ 10:14 pm

  35. Thats amazing! Judging that responce, It’s obviously going to be the Kick ass sequal we all hoped for. Wheres Mewes? Didn’t see him.

    Comment by Havoc — May 29, 2006 @ 10:34 pm

  36. Couldn’t help but be moved and feel this couldn’t have happened to a nicer guy; I’m more than happy for you Kevin. In fact, I plan to break a long standing practise of not blowing away dough needlessly and and will even order my ticket on line for opening day to make sure I get a seat (and if the Gods smile upon me maybe I’ll even get a date!)

    Comment by Bert — May 29, 2006 @ 10:57 pm

  37. About time you get the recognition you deserve. July just isn’t going to come fast enough. Well done Kevin.

    Comment by Silent Bill — May 29, 2006 @ 11:50 pm

  38. I just came again…….I need a towel.

    Comment by Eric — May 30, 2006 @ 7:48 am

  39. Where was Mewes for the screening?!?!

    Comment by Loki Capret — May 30, 2006 @ 9:12 am

  40. wow. I am waiting for it to open in my area, I’m going to see it on opening night. You are an example for everyone who has message and wants to make a movie.

    Comment by Tanner — May 30, 2006 @ 10:12 am

  41. best use of the karate kid music… EVER. I can not wait.

    Comment by Jeffrey S — May 30, 2006 @ 10:18 am

  42. God I hope they just weren’t clappping because it was finally over.

    Comment by dan maness — May 30, 2006 @ 11:21 am

  43. Congrats Mr Smith,
    Now lets go shopping at Daves Laser Disk world.

    Comment by Eric Nyenhuis — May 30, 2006 @ 12:48 pm

  44. Now that thats FINALLY over congrats. and agree to to do the supermegashow.com

    Comment by Eric Nyenhuis — May 30, 2006 @ 12:49 pm

  45. Cant wait to see.

    Kevin…what did u think of x3???

    Comment by John — May 30, 2006 @ 12:50 pm

  46. Dude, that was just like the scene in Dragon (the Bruce Lee story) I almost cried.

    p.s. when is the uk release date?

    Comment by Daniel Di Cicco — May 30, 2006 @ 2:19 pm

  47. CONGRATS!!!! For some reason my old ass computer will not let me view this, but I will be re-enacting the satnding O when I see Clerks 2 opening night!!! Props to Joey and Zak and everybody else for the Trainwreck shorts!

    Comment by Carmen — May 30, 2006 @ 5:00 pm

  48. Congrats to everyone on the standing ovation which my computer will not let me view because it is how you say– OLD. I will be re-enacting it when I see Clerks 2 on opening night. Props on the trainwreck shorts too!!

    Comment by Carmen — May 30, 2006 @ 5:04 pm

  49. Hey kevin can’t wait to see the flick. Is there a confirmed Australian release date?

    Comment by chelsea — May 30, 2006 @ 6:28 pm

  50. I’ll do you one better… I’ll clap for 9 minutes while holding my breath… with a tank of water on my head… I’m already training… glug glug glug…

    Comment by Kurry Fiddler — May 30, 2006 @ 8:42 pm

  51. Having been a drug-dealing, Morris Day-worshipping, profanity-spewing, junkie-with-a-monkey since I first saw “Clerks”, I’ve eagerly awaited every View Askew flick like Whitney Houston waits for a new rock. Seeing the response to “Clerks 2″ makes me proud to call myself a Vulgarian! Go Kev, and I look forward to “Ranger Danger!”

    Comment by Mark — May 30, 2006 @ 10:07 pm

  52. All the best mate! A fan from downunder and all the way from the start! you are a genius!

    Comment by walz — May 31, 2006 @ 5:27 am

  53. I’m so fucking happy for you, Kevin! The film looks great!

    Comment by larry — May 31, 2006 @ 9:23 am

  54. Where is Jason? Is he busy filming?

    Comment by john — May 31, 2006 @ 11:30 am

  55. Made me cry!! Seriously.

    Comment by Nichole — May 31, 2006 @ 12:42 pm

  56. I have to say that I’m really proud to be a follower of your work. While I have to admit that I’m praying there will be a sequel to Mallrats and yet another scene of some obnoxious prick getting stink-palmed, I am incredibly proud of your achievement. I usually figure the crowd at Cannes to be a bunch of high-brow, “Remains of the Day” spouting, mega-blockbuster whores, but to know that they not only applauded but gave you a standing ovation for your work is mind-blowing. Congrats,Monsieur Smith.

    Comment by Amy — May 31, 2006 @ 6:01 pm

  57. I cannot wait to see this flick!! Way to go Kev! Congratulations to you and to everyone involved with the movie. I am sure it will become a favorite and join ALL of your other movies on my DVD shelves.

    Comment by Christina — May 31, 2006 @ 7:56 pm

  58. kev,
    i love your movies. i fall asleep to the jay and silent bob deleted scenes everynight. one ? for you though….why wooobs??? who the fuck calls their pj’s or chill at home clothes woobs? where did this come from?
    ur the shit…..i read ur blogs all day at work (started at the beggining and i am at august 2005 right now)….u inspired me to start watchin the chappelle dvds again. when is dave gonna do season 3? anyways.
    u built a franchise from nothin dude…good shit bud. nootch.

    a fan of your writing,
    zak

    Comment by Zak Sofaly — June 1, 2006 @ 1:53 am

  59. Congratulations, Kev, can’t wait to see the flick now! You deserve it, it’s feels like years since Jersey Girl (which rocked, fuck the critics!)

    Comment by Kris Walton — June 1, 2006 @ 5:02 am

  60. That rocks, Kev. Congratulations, welcome back, it feels like ages since Jersey Girl (which rocked by the way, forget the critics!)

    Comment by Kris Walton — June 1, 2006 @ 5:03 am

  61. I almost teared up when I read you got that awesome response. Congradulations and thanks for shelling out quality flicks time and time again. I got your back in New Orleans if I ever see you get roughed up around here.

    Comment by Derek — June 1, 2006 @ 6:43 am

  62. that was totally the music from karate kid!!!!!!!!!

    badass!!!!

    and this movie comes out COMIC-CON WEEKEND!!!and ill be there…anychance of a special screening?????

    Comment by elf — June 1, 2006 @ 7:17 pm

  63. Holy shit, thats fantastic! I can’t wait to see it!

    Comment by kat — June 2, 2006 @ 6:45 am

  64. I’m sure it was well deserved, just can’t wait to see for myself

    Comment by EShy — June 2, 2006 @ 4:43 pm

  65. My husband and my self will be there 1st run.
    We love your work, Kevin.

    Looking forward to it!

    PS: I loved the Mewes story on the site. It really spoke volumes about your personal character and your unabiding loyalty to a dear friend. Thank you for sharing your insight.
    Thanks also to Jason for teaching us all as he learned.

    Comment by Tanj — June 2, 2006 @ 8:43 pm

  66. My wife says I’m not even supposed to be here today but I think this clip makes House Party look like House Party 2. Or House Party 3.

    Nice “O”, big guy.

    Comment by Ags — June 2, 2006 @ 10:34 pm

  67. Very Nice. Good for you Kevin and Company, Much Success to you and the peeps, You deserve it. Can’t wait to check it out.

    Comment by J.S. — June 3, 2006 @ 1:59 am

  68. Goosebumps. Now if only that standing O could be manifested into something physical to shove deep into the naysayers asses. TO THE LABORATORY!!!!
    Congratufuckinlations.

    Comment by seth — June 3, 2006 @ 9:47 am

  69. Very impressive. If I wanted to see this movie any MORE than I already do now I would bleed out in the bath tub.

    Comment by seth — June 3, 2006 @ 9:53 am

  70. Its the first time I cried while watching a “Train Wreck” video. Its impossible to wait until July 21!

    Comment by Joe — June 3, 2006 @ 1:46 pm

  71. My friends and I have already comitted (spl) to giving an eight minute ovation as well. Congrats Mr. Smith

    Comment by Mac — June 3, 2006 @ 2:29 pm

  72. So,did they like it? I couldn’t tell.

    (I’m there when it opens)

    Comment by Matt C. — June 3, 2006 @ 4:24 pm

  73. Was that the theme from Shawshank Redemption I heard? How fitting. I can’t wait to see this fucking movie.

    Comment by iamshaun — June 5, 2006 @ 1:22 pm

  74. Congrats Kev, thoroughly deserved. We await your masterpiece. Rest assured, that’s conclusive evidence no-one will be disappointed!

    Comment by Kris Walton — June 5, 2006 @ 5:15 pm

  75. On behalf of all of Toronto, Canada…YOU DESERVED IT, KEVIN!!!! I can’t wait to see it!

    Comment by Claire-Lise — June 5, 2006 @ 11:03 pm

  76. I will be there opening day will all of my friends to see probably the best movie you’ve ever made. I ‘ve been watching the progress of this movie through comments you made and all of the videos you posted on the site and I think this is a must see. Goodluck Kev and I can’t wait to see Clerks II

    Comment by Ricky — June 6, 2006 @ 2:14 pm

  77. Haha, you stole this song from Karate Kid’s pivotal moment.

    Comment by Danielle — June 6, 2006 @ 8:11 pm

  78. The original was great and from the reception it had at Cannes i’m assuming this will live up to the expectations fans have of it. Can’t wait to see the film and congratulations on receiving the adulation you most definitely deserve.

    Michael

    Comment by Michael — June 7, 2006 @ 6:34 pm

  79. Can’t wait to see this, glad to see you received the adulation you’ve always deserved.

    Michael

    Comment by Michael — June 7, 2006 @ 6:35 pm

  80. Damn to watch that ovation makes me very proud to be a fan of yours kevin and can I say that you are way up there as a great inspiration for people in the 21st century who want to be able make there dreams come true like you have done.

    Comment by sean_in_theUK — June 8, 2006 @ 3:05 pm

  81. Speechless is what I am. Just flat out speechless. One question though Mr. Smith. Twelve years ago do you think you could’ve imagined this? Debuting your sixth film at Cannes only to recieve an eight minute standing ovation because I don’t think even the most established of directors could imagine that now. Congratulations man, you’ve acheived something that almost no one else has managed to.

    Comment by Fabio — June 8, 2006 @ 10:29 pm

  82. Hi Kev.
    I was one of the crazy fan which was right there that night in Cannes.
    Thanks again for this unforgettable moment. I don’t have had the possibility to speak to you, but i’m really happy of having being right there for your triumph.
    I’m impatient to see the movie again, especially the final apocalyptic scene or the crazy dancing scene. I wait for a date of released in France.
    So “Bonsoir” from Paris and “merci beaucoup” for giving us so much fun.

    Comment by Ddx (french guy who was in Cannes) — June 10, 2006 @ 5:01 pm

  83. omg!!! we need updates!!!!

    Comment by dante — June 12, 2006 @ 5:27 pm

  84. yeah we do…i check this page every day…GIVE US SOMETHING!!!

    Comment by Jared — June 12, 2006 @ 8:08 pm

  85. wow, and i thought i was the only one sad enough to check this site everyday haha

    come on kev, you can even just sit on a chair, and say FUCK for 2 minutes, then give me the finger, and I would consider that a very nice update. you gotta throw some chum to the sharks every now and then!

    Comment by Stephen — June 12, 2006 @ 9:42 pm

  86. Smith’s life is about to turn upside down… yes…

    BURTON IS MAKING SWEENY TODD

    http://comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=14967

    Comment by ronen — June 13, 2006 @ 1:09 am

  87. This is going to be fckn awsome.

    I want to see this movie as soon as it comes out, I just mailed the local theater out here (”The Movies” at Curacao), they said they didn’t have the rights yet or something but they where trying to get them.

    I don’t know if anyone on this board can do anything about it, but if you can grant them rights for some reason, here’s the email adress of the theater director:

    director@themoviescuracao.com

    Just making sure I’ll see this movie as soon as it comes out…

    Comment by Georges — June 14, 2006 @ 8:18 am

  88. Wow…that was awesome…made me cry a bit. You deserve it Kev…can’t wait to see it. GOD Bless.

    Comment by Josh Murphy — June 17, 2006 @ 2:59 am

  89. that made me cry. amazing.

    Comment by prospect — June 26, 2006 @ 9:04 pm

  90. OK, so, I’m not a pervert, I have a pretty normal sexual appetite, blah blah blah, but uh…I’m willing to pay _large_ amounts of money for a hi-def screen capture of rosario dawson doing that cunnilingus gesture. Kevin, I’m talking to you.

    Comment by marc — June 26, 2006 @ 9:28 pm

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