Should you watch Comedian?
Who it’s good for, who it isn’t, and what’s in it. No ratings, no scores.
Comedian
Documentary · 2002
A look at the work of two stand-up comics, Jerry Seinfeld and a lesser-known newcomer, detailing the effort and frustration behind putting together a successful act and career while living a life on the road.
The sides of Comedian
- Jerry Seinfeld starting over with new material
- Small comedy clubs and rough nights
- A young comic, Orny Adams, chasing a break
Comedian is good for you if…
- you like watching jokes being built and tested.
- you want the work behind stand-up, not the polished special.
- you like the contrast between a star and a newcomer.
Comedian is bad for you if…
- you need momentum more than backstage chatter.
- you want striking images, not handheld camera footage.
About: work · ambition · doubt
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