Kevin Smith on ‘The 4:30 Movie’ and Turning ‘Mallrats 2’ Into a Shannen Doherty Tribute
The director of “The 4:30 Movie,” Kevin Smith, recognizes that filmmakers today are in a period of introspection, sparked by the profound impact of the global pandemic. Recently, directors like Kenneth Branagh (“Belfast”) and James Gray (“Armageddon Time”) have created films based on their childhood experiences, but it’s Steven Spielberg’s “The Fabelmans” from 2022 that stands out, as it delves into the intersection of his family’s divorce and his growing filmmaking talent. Smith’s upcoming 16th movie, which explores his four deepest affections – his local cinema, an adolescent crush, and two close friends – is drawing comparisons to Spielberg’s latest Oscar-nominated production.