The film centers on the high-stakes gamble Kevin Smith took to bankroll his $27,000 debut feature. As depicted in Shooting Clerks , Smith's path to the Sundance Film Festival involved:
: While Smith often receives solo credit for writing and directing, Shooting Clerks highlights the essential circle of friends and family who aided his "indie crusade". Production and Fan-Driven Development Shooting Clerks (2019) - News - IMDb Shooting Clerks
: Maxing out multiple credit cards and selling his cherished comic book collection to secure funding. The film centers on the high-stakes gamble Kevin
: Shooting the original film in the actual convenience store where he worked, often late at night after his shifts. Shooting Clerks