Funny People: Live

July. 24,2009      
Rating:
5
Trailer Synopsis Cast

A live stand-up special hosted by Adam Sandler, Seth Rogen, and Judd Apatow broadcast by Comedy Central to promote the movie "Funny People". Not only does this special take another detailed look at the making of "Funny People," it focuses closely on the pursuit of stand-up comedy and how actors such as Seth Rogen and Adam Sandler got in touch with their stand-up roots in order to prepare for the film. In addition, "Funny People: Live" showcases live stand-up sets from "real life funny people" Sarah Silverman, Patton Oswalt, Russell Brand, Brian Posehn, Greg Giraldo and Maria Bamford as well as sets from the film's cast members.

Adam Sandler as  Self
Seth Rogen as  Self
Judd Apatow as  Self
Sarah Silverman as  Self
Patton Oswalt as  Self
Russell Brand as  Self
Brian Posehn as  Self
Greg Giraldo as  Self
Maria Bamford as  Self

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Reviews

Protraph
2009/07/24

Lack of good storyline.

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Bergorks
2009/07/25

If you like to be scared, if you like to laugh, and if you like to learn a thing or two at the movies, this absolutely cannot be missed.

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Mathilde the Guild
2009/07/26

Although I seem to have had higher expectations than I thought, the movie is super entertaining.

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Guillelmina
2009/07/27

The film's masterful storytelling did its job. The message was clear. No need to overdo.

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