The story of when Kevin Smith protested his own film Dogma

 

Kevin Smith, a director known for his irreverent and often controversial style, faced protests from some religious groups due to the perceived blasphemous content of "Dogma." The film explores religious themes and satire, featuring a storyline involving fallen angels, Catholicism, and a quest to prevent two renegade angels from exploiting a loophole in Catholic dogma to re-enter heaven.

Amidst the controversy and protests, Kevin Smith took an unconventional approach. Rather than confronting or dismissing the protesters, he engaged with them. In an interesting move, he joined the picket line during a protest organized by the American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property. Smith, who is Catholic himself, engaged in conversations with the protesters and even handed out donuts to defuse tensions.

This unique response was an effort by Kevin Smith to show that he was willing to engage in a dialogue with those who opposed his film, rather than dismiss their concerns outright. It was a somewhat humorous and unexpected way of handling the controversy surrounding "Dogma." The incident added an interesting chapter to the film's history and demonstrated Smith's willingness to engage with critics in a lighthearted manner.

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