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Flashback Favorite ‘Mallrats’ cult phenomenon

By EDUARDO VASCONCELLOS

Daily Titan Staff

“One time, my cousin Walter got this cat stuck in his ass. True story.” Ah, “Mallrats.” What’s not to like? Especially after Jason Lee’s fantastic opening monologue about his cousin Walter and the menagerie stuck where the sun doesn’t shine? Nothing!

Universal hired Kevin Smith, the indie phenomenon, to make a critical and cultural success like his fi rst movie “Clerks.” Rather than having a fi lm with social commentary mixed with brilliant comedy, in 1995 Smith gave us his dick-and-fart joke opus “Mallrats.” Nobody saw it in the theaters, but it lived on in video, fi nding a cult following.

It was also the fi lm debut of a skating pioneer turned actor, Jason Lee. Each of his monologues is priceless. His portrayal of perpetual loser Brodie Bruce is sublime. The movie is an acquired taste that addresses the mating habits of superheroes and shenanigans to win back girlfriends, Jay and Silent Bob, Bob’s endeavor to become a Jedi knight, and Stan “The Man” Lee.

The forgettable plot has Brodie and his pal T.S. trying to win back their ladies, sabotaging a dating game and Jay and Silent Bob’s schemes to take out the

feared mall security guard. The meat of this lowbrow movie is the memorable quotes and absurd dialogue.

“You know what? There is no Easter bunny! Over there, that’s just a guy in a suit!” ”My cousin Walter jerked off in public once. True story.”

Lee’s comedic timing is something many actors only dream about. This movie’s spiritual successor, 2001’s “Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back,” is in the same vein, but doesn’t retain the witty banter found in “Mallrats.”

Ten years after its original release, the fi lm still holds up, lucky for fans everywhere.

Nicolette Reibold and Allison Lee sing along with Jeff Vance as he plays their song at the Rockin’ Taco Cantina in Downtown Fullerton Tuesday night. JAMIE FLANAGAN/ Daily Titan

Downtown Fullerton knows how to party

By MAHSA KHALILIFAR

Daily Titan Asst. Entertainment Editor

It’s time for the weekend again, which for college students starts Thursday night and continues on until Saturday night. It’s a time to let loose and have some fun. If you’re in the mood for a good crowd, drinks and music, look no further than a few of blocks away.

With Cal State Fullerton and Fullerton College in the same area, the city is a mecca for students – not only for studying, but for having fun. Downtown Fullerton offers many festivities for the willing. Zings, Rockin’ Taco Cantina and Revolucion give bar-hoppers the chance to shake their stuff while enjoying music for the hip and mostly 21-and-over college crowd.

For a mid-week interlude, check out Rockin’ Taco Cantina on Tuesday nights for 50-cent tacos and dueling piano players who always take requests.

Zings is the best place to hit on Thursdays. The crowd is fun and trendy at Zings and those who go will enjoy hip-hop, new and old school, and reggaeton. The dance fl oor is small, but dancers can still move around and there’s a plethora

of seating if you want to sip on a drink while enjoying the music.

Revolucion is the place to be on Fridays. The good vibe, decentsized dance fl oor and eclectic music create a fun place to mingle, drink and dance with friends.

Most of the bars have outdoor patios, so if you need a break for fresh air or a smoke it’s readily available.

The hot night spots usually don’t start bumping until after 11 p.m., so arrive late, but be prepared to wait in lines. A secret for ladies: Don’t always worry about the lines because you may not have to wait in it.

Admission for each bar is $5, which is reasonable considering many clubs in the area start at $15.

Saturday nights are generally the least eventful, but with the right combination of people and places, can still be fun. Usually Revolucion will have a crowded fl oor, but check it out before jumping in.

The dress code is casual, but not sloppy, so go out looking great. Many bar-goers are CSUF students, so meeting people is easy.

The bars are all located on Harbor Blvd. and parking is plentiful, Bring on the confi dence and have some fun … after mid-terms, we all deserve it!