Anyone interested in this? Next Sunday afternoon. Some impressive guests for Q&A afterwards (like 'em or not). $10. Burgers await afterwards?
I AM COMIC
Landmark Midtown Art Cinema
Sunday, April 18, 5:30 PM - Purchase Tickets
Tuesday, April 20, 9:40 PM - Purchase Tickets
Q&A after the Sunday, April 18 screening with Director Jordan Brady and Subjects Dave Attell, Jeff Foxworthy, Chris DiPetta, and Margaret Cho
Through candid interviews and unprecedented backstage access, this documentary explores the world of the working comedian and reveals a funny psychological profile of its practitioners. We witness a retired comic attempt to get back on stage after a thirteen-year absence. In the 80's, Ritch Shydner was at the top of his game, with HBO specials and late night appearances. But the game has moved on. Can he connect with today's young crowds and still get the laughs? In the end, we learn what it takes to be a successful comic and why they must do it.
I AM COMIC
Landmark Midtown Art Cinema
Sunday, April 18, 5:30 PM - Purchase Tickets
Tuesday, April 20, 9:40 PM - Purchase Tickets
Q&A after the Sunday, April 18 screening with Director Jordan Brady and Subjects Dave Attell, Jeff Foxworthy, Chris DiPetta, and Margaret Cho
Through candid interviews and unprecedented backstage access, this documentary explores the world of the working comedian and reveals a funny psychological profile of its practitioners. We witness a retired comic attempt to get back on stage after a thirteen-year absence. In the 80's, Ritch Shydner was at the top of his game, with HBO specials and late night appearances. But the game has moved on. Can he connect with today's young crowds and still get the laughs? In the end, we learn what it takes to be a successful comic and why they must do it.
