Bibliograph

I am comic, an ode to the art & occupational hazards of stand-up comedy, a Monterey Media presentation ; a Mickelson/Shydner/Brady production ; an Über Content production ; produced by Robert Mickelson ; directed by Jordan Brady

Type

Label

I am comic, an ode to the art & occupational hazards of stand-up comedy, a Monterey Media presentation ; a Mickelson/Shydner/Brady production ; an Über Content production ; produced by Robert Mickelson ; directed by Jordan Brady

Language

eng

Characteristic

videorecording

Intended audience

Age group: R

Main title

I am comic

Oclc number

749963376

Responsibility statement

a Monterey Media presentation ; a Mickelson/Shydner/Brady production ; an Über Content production ; produced by Robert Mickelson ; directed by Jordan Brady

Runtime

Sub title

an ode to the art & occupational hazards of stand-up comedy

Summary

Through unprecedented backstage access and candid interviews, the film weaves through the absurd world of the working comedian and reveals a crazy and hilarious psychological profile of its practitioners. We also follow retired comic Ritch Shydner's attempt to climb back on stage after a thirteen-year hiatus. At the top of his game in the 1980's, Shydner had HBO specials, shot five pilot TV shows, and numerous late night appearances (Carson, Letterman, Leno, etc.) but the big time eluded him. Equipped with the collective wisdom and nutty musings of over 80 of his peers, he gives it another shot. Does Ritch have what it takes to connect with today's young crowds and still get the laughs? Guaranteed to make you watch

Target audience

adult

Technique

live action

Classification