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Plot Summary:
This controversial work, created and performed by Eve Ensler, debuted off-off-Broadway in 1996 and soon rode a wave of national acclaim. Now, the intimacy of Ensler's original show has been lovingly brought to the screen. Capturing her unique performance, the film also follows Ensler as she explores the creative impetus behind the monologues and conducts a series of new interviews as inspiring as those that brought about the original work.
IMDB Rating: 6.4
IMDB Votes: 1000
Genere: Documentary, Comedy, Drama
Country: USA
Duration: 77 min
Plot tags: thought provoking, semi serious, clever, humorous, witty, contemplative, suspense, offbeat, realistic, talky
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Performing for a packed house at Spreckels Theater in San Diego, comedian Patton Oswalt delivers a blistering stand-up set in his trademark blend of acerbic wit and unabashed silliness. His topics include a wide array of modern issues, from the future of our nation to daddy/daughter outings gone wrong.
IMDB Rating: 7.3
IMDB Votes: 925
Genere: Documentary, Comedy
Country: USA
Duration: 59 min
Plot tags: sincere, humorous, witty, realistic, talky, not serious, clever, independent film
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The Fluffy Movie (2014)
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Stand-up comic Gabriel Iglesias delights audiences during his sold-out "Unity Through Laughter" tour, which spans more than 400 cities in 23 countries. During his set, Iglesias -- nicknamed "Fluffy" -- pounces on topics like communicating with his teenage son, struggling with his weight, performing his concert tour across India, and handling the reappearance of his father after a 30-year absence.
IMDB Rating: 7.2
IMDB Votes: 4000
Genere: Documentary, Comedy
Country: USA
Duration: 101 min
Plot tags: humorous, realistic, witty, not serious, skit, talky, biting, suspense, concert film, fun
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Louis C.K. is back on HBO in an ALL-NEW hour of raw no-holds-barred stand-up comedy! The creator and star of the 2006 comedy series Lucky Louie, performs in front of a live audience in LA at the Henry Fonda Theater. Louis C.K. covers issues near and dear to his heart like marriage, lying to your spouse, having kids and losing your privacy, and obligatory sex among husbands and wives.
IMDB Rating: 8.5
IMDB Votes: 9000
Genere: Comedy
Country: USA
Duration: 56 min
Plot tags: humorous, witty, sincere, realistic, cynical, not serious, hilarious, clever, talky, independent film
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Profane, vulgar and obscenely funny, Louis C.K. insists on telling the truth, whether you like it or not! Join the Emmy Award-winning stand-up comic and TV star (Lucky Louie) as he shares his thoughts on the stuff everyone thinks about -- male bodily fluids, the joys of being white, the difference between women and girls -- but never has the nerve to say. It's Louis C.K. at his risk-taking best: fearless, honest and totally outrageous! Nominated for the 2009 Emmy for Outstanding Writing for a Variety, Music or Comedy Special.
IMDB Rating: 8.5
IMDB Votes: 11000
Genere: Documentary, Comedy
Country: USA
Duration: 61 min
Plot tags: cynical, witty, talky, political, stylized, humorous, clever, realistic, light, sincere
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Plot Summary:
Three women join a militant feminist group, P.I.G. (Politically Involved Girls), but their newfound liberation doesn't make them any happier.
IMDB Rating: 5.7
IMDB Votes: 814
Genere: Comedy, Drama
Country: USA
Duration: 97 min
Plot tags: humorous, realistic, witty, talky, semi serious, independent film, political, disturbing, controversial, offbeat
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Miss Margaret Cho is back, and she has a few things she'd like to share with you. From her hilarious recounting of her backstage feud with the Palins during 'Dancing with the Stars' to musical interludes featuring Cho's witty original songs, this new concert film from our favorite all-American girl will have you howling from beginning to end. (You'll also never look at the 'American Idol' contestants the same way again, but you'll just have to hear Margaret explain that one.).
IMDB Rating: 6.7
IMDB Votes: 48
Genere: Comedy
Country: USA
Duration: 86 min
Plot tags: humorous, witty, realistic, talky, not serious
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IMDB Rating: 5.7
IMDB Votes: 953
Genere: Comedy
Country: USA
Duration: 59 min
Plot tags: witty, talky, clever, humorous, realistic, not serious, independent film
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IMDB Rating: 5.1
IMDB Votes: 1000
Genere: Comedy, Drama, Romance
Country: USA
Duration: 95 min
Plot tags: talky, semi serious, humorous, realistic, witty, clever, cynical, biting, suspense
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A downtown Manahattan gin mill plays host to a series of comic vignettes.
IMDB Rating: 6.1
IMDB Votes: 113
Genere: Comedy, Drama
Country: USA
Duration: 85 min
Plot tags: independent film, sincere, offbeat, humorous, realistic, contemplative, talky, semi serious
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There's something magical about an Australian accent that seems to make even the most caustic wit come off with good-natured charm. And that delicate blend of deviant behavior and good intentions has skyrocketed Aussie comic Jim Jefferies to international acclaim with critics and fans alike. In this new hour-long special, the man hailed by Q Magazine as "Britain's most offensive stand-up comedian" shares fresh tales from his life on the edge, including a menage a trois in Montreal and attending a party where God is on the guest list.
IMDB Rating: 8.0
IMDB Votes: 3000
Genere: Comedy
Country: USA
Duration: 61 min
Plot tags: sincere, humorous, witty, cynical, not serious, clever, offbeat, realistic, talky, independent film
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IMDB Rating: 6.6
IMDB Votes: 2000
Genere: Comedy
Country: USA
Duration: 53 min
Plot tags: humorous, realistic, witty, cynical, not serious, clever, offbeat, talky, independent film, biting
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IMDB Rating: 5.1
IMDB Votes: 194
Genere: Comedy, Drama
Country: USA
Duration: 95 min
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IMDB Rating: 5.7
IMDB Votes: 434
Genere: Comedy, Drama
Country: USA
Duration: 108 min
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IMDB Rating: 8.3
IMDB Votes: 5000
Genere: Comedy
Country: USA
Duration: 55 min
Plot tags: humorous, realistic, witty, cynical, not serious, offbeat, biting, suspense
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Matt and Karen have inconsiderate neighbours whose lawn sprinkler drowns their flowers. A feud errupts and a series of tit-for-tat actions develop and escalate.
IMDB Rating: 5.7
IMDB Votes: 771
Genere: Comedy, Drama
Country: USA
Duration: 95 min
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IMDB Rating: 6.3
IMDB Votes: 5000
Genere: Comedy, Drama
Country: USA
Duration: 95 min
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IMDB Rating: 4.6
IMDB Votes: 356
Genere: Comedy, Drama
Country: USA
Duration: 90 min
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IMDB Rating: 5.4
IMDB Votes: 236
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Country: USA
Duration: 92 min
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IMDB Rating: 6.4
IMDB Votes: 522
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Country: Spain
Duration: 116 min
Plot tags: humorous, witty, semi serious, clever, realistic, biting, parody, suspense
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At a spacious house in Los Angeles, Helene is turning 40-years old and her friends whom include French filmmaker Martine, house guest Sophie, and Lydia throw her a party. But also there is Kate a friend turning 30, and Sadie a Hollywood film agent turning 50. So, all of Helene's, Kate's, and Sadie's friends arrive for the party where Martine films the events with her movie camera and the shocking secrets revealed by Helene's mother Whitney, and her younger sister Nancy whom confide in their interviews about their obsession with food, and their roles in life.
IMDB Rating: 6.2
IMDB Votes: 317
Genere: Comedy, Drama
Country: USA
Duration: 110 min
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Plot Summary:
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IMDB Rating: 7.5
IMDB Votes: 870
Genere: Comedy, Drama
Country: UK, USA
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A father arrives at his son's house one evening. They begin talking about women, love, relationships and things turn awkward fast.
IMDB Rating: 5.1
IMDB Votes: 473
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Country: France
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IMDB Rating: 5.5
IMDB Votes: 620
Genere: Comedy, Drama
Country: USA
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A filmmaker sets out to make a new project in order to figure out how he's screwed up every relationship he's ever had.
IMDB Rating: 4.2
IMDB Votes: 631
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Country: USA
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IMDB Rating: 4.7
IMDB Votes: 910
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IMDB Rating: 7.2
IMDB Votes: 1000
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Country: USA
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IMDB Rating: 4.9
IMDB Votes: 2000
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IMDB Rating: 6.8
IMDB Votes: 183
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IMDB Votes: 22000
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IMDB Rating: 5.3
IMDB Votes: 1000
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Country: USA
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