I still think there was no need for a third "Clerks" film. The second part was actually a satisfying conclusion for Dante and Randal (Brian O'Halloran and Jeff Anderson). However, I can't really blame Kevin Smith for digging up the characters from his debut film again, almost 30 years later. After his own heart attack, Smith obviously had something to say again. The result is a film that is clearly less humorous but much more melancholic than its two predecessors. I hardly ever laughed, but the film did pull me in emotionally.

Acting-wise, O'Halloran and Anderson are still mostly underwhelming. An exception are the scenes they share together as a duo. In these, their chemistry makes for convincing drama. The supporting characters, on the other hand, disappear into the background anyway. The closest thing to a proper supporting role is Trevor Fehrman as Quick Stop employee Elias, and he's really annoying. He also talks way too much about NFTs and cryptocurrency for my liking. Meanwhile, Rosario Dawson is good again, but she only plays a small role.

All in all, I would say that "Clerks III" is really only for connoisseurs and fans of the first two films. For them, the film can work as a nostalgic throwback to their own youth. This time it's about themes like getting older and dying, and accordingly, it's all gloomy. Accordingly, this is not a "happy" end to the series, but at least it is a fitting one. Those who were satisfied with the end of "Clerks II" can certainly ignore the third part.