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Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2014.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (1 video file, approximately 73 min.) : digital, .flv file, sound
Language
English
Description
This landmark 1967 faux-documentary finds recently dumped David Holzman (Kit Carson) unloading comic-neurotic monologues straight to the camera. Filmed like cinema verite, it's a well-disguised fiction about the deceptions of cinematic illusionism and the lies we tell ourselves in order to live. New York Times Critics Pick.
2) The Hero
Language
English
Formats
Description
Lee Hayden (Sam Elliot) is a Western icon with a golden voice, but his best performances are decades behind him. He spends his days reliving old glories with his former co-star-turned-drug dealer, Jeremy (Nick Offerman), until a surprise cancer diagnosis brings his priorities into sharp focus. He soon strikes up an exciting, contentious relationship with stand-up comic Charlotte (Laura Prepon), and he attempts to reconnect with his estranged daughter,...
Publisher
A24
Language
English
Formats
Description
When a Brookyln comedian (Jenny Slate) gets dumped and fired, she has a one-night stand and ends up pregnant -- just in time for the worst/best Valentine's day of her life. Nominated for Best First Feature and Best Female Lead at the **Film Independent Spirit Awards**. Winner of the Red Crown Producer's Award at the **Sundance Film Festival**. "*Robespierre and company deserve high praise for tackling a story with such a difficult subject at its heart,...
4) Joker
Pub. Date
[2019]
Edition
Widescreen version.
Language
English
Formats
Description
Most days, Arthur Fleck is bullied in public as he works as a clown-for-hire, but his slow descent into madness is hurried along by his mother's failing health, their strained connection with the rich Wayne family, and his failed comedy career.
Mentally ill comedian Arthur Fleck is mistreated by the town of Gotham City, which leads to his downward spiral, bringing him face-to-face with his alter-ego known as the Joker.
5) Joker
Publisher
Warner Home Video
Pub. Date
[2019]
Physical Desc
2 videodiscs (122 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Most days, Arthur Fleck is bullied in public as he works as a clown-for-hire, but his slow descent into madness is hurried along by his mother's failing health, their strained connection with the rich Wayne family, and his failed comedy career.
Publisher
Shout Factory
Pub. Date
[2009?]
Edition
[Standard format].
Physical Desc
16 videodiscs (approximately 31 hr.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in. + 1 book (36 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 19 cm
Language
English
Description
"A surreal look at the daily life of a young single man who is a comedian."--Container.
Publisher
Shout Factory
Pub. Date
[2009?]
Edition
[Standard format].
Physical Desc
16 videodiscs (approximately 31 hr.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in. + 1 book (36 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 19 cm
Language
English
Description
"A surreal look at the daily life of a young single man who is a comedian."--Container.
Publisher
Shout Factory
Pub. Date
[2009?]
Edition
[Standard format].
Physical Desc
16 videodiscs (approximately 31 hr.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in. + 1 book (36 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 19 cm
Language
English
Description
"A surreal look at the daily life of a young single man who is a comedian."--Container.
Publisher
Shout Factory
Pub. Date
[2009?]
Edition
[Standard format].
Physical Desc
16 videodiscs (approximately 31 hr.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in. + 1 book (36 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 19 cm
Language
English
Description
"A surreal look at the daily life of a young single man who is a comedian."--Container.
11) The big sick
Publisher
Amazon Studios
Pub. Date
[2017]
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (120 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Pakistan-born aspiring comedian Kumail connects with grad student Emily after a standup set. However, what they thought would be just a one-night stand blossoms into the real thing.
13) Here today
Publisher
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
When veteran comedy writer Charlie Burnz meets New York singer Emma Payge, they form an unlikely yet hilarious and touching friendship that kicks the generation gap aside and redefines the meaning of love and trust.
Publisher
Digiview Productions
Pub. Date
c2004
Physical Desc
videodisc : sd., b&w ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
One of television's most beloved husband and wife teams starred in this variety show as a straight man husband and ditzy wife. This disc features three classic episodes of the 1950-1958 show that was broadcast on CBS.
15) Three amigos
Publisher
HBO Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2011]
Edition
Widescreen version.
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (DVD) (approximately 105 min.) : sound, color with black and white sequences ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
The Three Amigos, a silent screen comedy act, arrive in a remote Mexican hamlet for what they think is a lucrative personal appearance, only to discover that they are expected to save the village from a terrorizing gang of bandits.
Publisher
Warner Home Video
Pub. Date
[2020]
Edition
Widescreen version.
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (DVD) (92 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
The story of an embarrassing high school mishap from 1992 that sends the jokers on the road competing in hidden-camera challenges for the chance to turn back the clock and liberate three of the four Jokers.
17) Stan & Ollie
Publisher
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
One of the world's great comedy teams set out on a variety hall tour of Britain in 1953. Diminished by age and with their golden era as the kings of Hollywood comedy now behind them, they face an uncertain future. As the charm and beauty of their performances shine through, they re-connect with their adoring fans. The tour becomes a hit, but Stan and Ollie can't quite shake the specter of Laurel and Hardy's past.
19) The comedian
Publisher
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2017]
Edition
Widescreen version.
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (DVD) (120 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
A look at the life of an aging insult comic named Jack Burke.
20) The opening act
Publisher
RLJ Enterainment
Pub. Date
[2020]
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (90 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Aspiring stand-up comedian Will is forced to face the realities of relentless hecklers, drunk comedy groupies and hard-to-impress morning radio DJs.
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