I Am Comic (2010)

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Synopsis

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 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.

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Movie Details

Domestic Releases: September 15th, 2010 (Limited) by Monterey Media, released as I am Comic
Video Release: October 12th, 2010 by Monterey Video
MPAA Rating: R for language, sexual content and some drug material
(Rating bulletin 2129, 7/14/2010)
Running Time: 87 minutes
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Keywords: TV Premiere, Performing Arts
Source:Based on Real Life Events
Genre:Documentary
Production Method:Live Action
Creative Type:Factual
Production/Financing Companies: Uber Content, Mickelson/Shydner/Brady
Production Countries: United States
Languages: English

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Interviewee(s)

Ritch Shydner Himself
Sarah Silverman Herself
Tim Allen Himself
Jeff Foxworthy Himself
Kathy Griffin Herself
Jim Gaffigan Himself
Louis C.K. Himself
Chris Hardwick Himself
Janeane Garofalo Herself
Andy Kindler Himself
Carret Top Himself
Nick Kroll Himself
Larry Miller Himself
Lewis Black Himself
Margaret Cho Herself
Roseanne Barr* Herself
Bobcat Goldthwait Himself
Dana Gould Herself
Tom Arnold Himself
Dave Attell Himself

For a description of the different acting role types we use to categorize acting perfomances, see our Glossary.

Production and Technical Credits

Robert Mickelson Producer
Preston Lee Executive Producer
Phyllis Koenig Executive Producer
Jennette MacLachlan Co-Producer
Jordan Brady Director

DVD and Blu-ray Releases for October 12th, 2010

October 11th, 2010

A strange week for the DVD and Blu-ray Release Report, as there are only five featured reviews for releases coming out this week. However, there are also eight featured reviews for releases that arrived late, plus another eight or so that came out this week where the screener is late. (There's a couple where I don't know if they will or will not arrive.) The Pick of the Week is one such release, How to Train Your Dragon on Blu-ray / DVD Combo, but be warned, that movie isn't released to the home market till Friday. More...

Never Let Go of Limited Releases

September 17th, 2010

It could be the beginning of Awards Season this weekend, as Never Let Me Go opened on Wednesday and Jack Goes Boating opens tonight. I'm not so sure either film will be an Awards Season player, but they both certainly have the feel of one. More...

Last Limited Releases

August 20th, 2010

Not a whole lot of limited releases on this week's list, and only one of them is earning overwhelmingly positive reviews. That film is The Tillman Story, which is clearly the best as far as reviews, but I don't think any film here has a real shot at mainstream success. More...


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Synopsis

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 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.

Metrics

Movie Details

Domestic Releases: September 15th, 2010 (Limited) by Monterey Media, released as I am Comic
Video Release: October 12th, 2010 by Monterey Video
MPAA Rating: R for language, sexual content and some drug material
(Rating bulletin 2129, 7/14/2010)
Running Time: 87 minutes
Comparisons: Create your own comparison chart…
Keywords: TV Premiere, Performing Arts
Source:Based on Real Life Events
Genre:Documentary
Production Method:Live Action
Creative Type:Factual
Production/Financing Companies: Uber Content, Mickelson/Shydner/Brady
Production Countries: United States
Languages: English

Interviewee(s)

Ritch Shydner Himself
Sarah Silverman Herself
Tim Allen Himself
Jeff Foxworthy Himself
Kathy Griffin Herself
Jim Gaffigan Himself
Louis C.K. Himself
Chris Hardwick Himself
Janeane Garofalo Herself
Andy Kindler Himself
Carret Top Himself
Nick Kroll Himself
Larry Miller Himself
Lewis Black Himself
Margaret Cho Herself
Roseanne Barr* Herself
Bobcat Goldthwait Himself
Dana Gould Herself
Tom Arnold Himself
Dave Attell Himself

For a description of the different acting role types we use to categorize acting perfomances, see our Glossary.

Production and Technical Credits

Robert Mickelson Producer
Preston Lee Executive Producer
Phyllis Koenig Executive Producer
Jennette MacLachlan Co-Producer
Jordan Brady Director

DVD and Blu-ray Releases for October 12th, 2010

October 11th, 2010

A strange week for the DVD and Blu-ray Release Report, as there are only five featured reviews for releases coming out this week. However, there are also eight featured reviews for releases that arrived late, plus another eight or so that came out this week where the screener is late. (There's a couple where I don't know if they will or will not arrive.) The Pick of the Week is one such release, How to Train Your Dragon on Blu-ray / DVD Combo, but be warned, that movie isn't released to the home market till Friday. More...

Never Let Go of Limited Releases

September 17th, 2010

It could be the beginning of Awards Season this weekend, as Never Let Me Go opened on Wednesday and Jack Goes Boating opens tonight. I'm not so sure either film will be an Awards Season player, but they both certainly have the feel of one. More...

Last Limited Releases

August 20th, 2010

Not a whole lot of limited releases on this week's list, and only one of them is earning overwhelmingly positive reviews. That film is The Tillman Story, which is clearly the best as far as reviews, but I don't think any film here has a real shot at mainstream success. More...

Weekend Box Office Performance

Daily Box Office Performance

Weekly Box Office Performance

Full financial estimates for this film, including domestic and international box office, video sales, video rentals, TV and ancillary revenue are available through our research services. For more information, please contact us at research@the-numbers.com.