Kevin Smith on Coining ‘Bennifer’ & Trying to Save Stan Lee

The celebrated cult filmmaker opens up about the new book "Kevin Smith's Secret Stash," his mentors Stan Lee and George Carlin, the return of Bennifer, and more.

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