Clerks III-Dante and Randal

Brian O’Halloran (left) and Jeff Anderson return as New Jersey convenience store clerks Dante and Randal in “Clerks III.” (COURTESY OF LIONSGATE)

For his last two releases, writer/director Kevin Smith has toured with his movies, introducing them and then staying for a Q&A. On Tuesday, I saw “Clerks III” at the State Theatre in Portland, Maine, as part of Smith’s latest tour. It was a great experience.

This is honestly the best way to see a movie. Everyone is a fan and wants to be there. There’s cheering, applause and laughter. It is a communal experience that helps make even a so-so film better.

Clerks III Poster

The poster for Kevin Smith's "Clerks III," which continues the adventures of New Jersery clerks Randal Graves (Jeff Anderson, left) and Dante Hicks (Brian O'Halloran) nearly 30 years after making their debut in the 1994 indie hit "Clerks." (COURTESY OF LIONSGATE)

Clerks II Poster

The poster for 2006's "Clerks II." (COURTESY OF MIRAMAX)

Clerks III-Dante

Brian O’Halloran as Dante in "Clerks III." (COURTESY OF LIONSGATE)

Clerks III-Jay and Silent

Jason Mewes as Jay and Kevin Smith as Silent Bob in "Clerks III." (COURTESY OF LIONSGATE)

Clerks

Kevin Smith's debut film "Clerks" gave a voice to slackers everywhere. (COURTESY OF MIRAMAX)

Clerks III-Cast

From left: Trevor Fehrman as Elias, Brian O'Halloran as Dante, Rosario Dawson as Becky and Jeff Anderson as Randal in "Clerks III." (COURTESY OF LIONSGATE)

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