If the name Kevin Smith doesn’t immediately make you think of offbeat comedies, you have been living under a rock for the past three decades or so. One of Hollywood’s most distinct voices, a filmmaker, writer, and actor, he’s built a career out of putting the mundane yet hilarious lives of everyday people on screen. Smith first showcased his directing chops with Clerks, a no-budget, black-and-white comedy that not only defined a generation of slacker humor but also renewed interest in raw, character-driven movies.