George Shapiro

This documentary explores Bob Einstein’s unlikely discovery and enduring career, sharing the many evolving layers of his comedy from the people that knew him best.

A series of vignettes explores the impact of the late Andy Kaufman and his unique brand of comedy performance art on his many colleagues, fans and followers.

A socio-cultural multi-generational history of the Bronx focused on Producer George Shapiro's 1949 graduating class and the 2017 graduating class of DeWitt Clinton High School.

Celebrate the work of beloved actress, comedian, and producer Julia Louis-Dreyfus, the latest recipient of The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for American Humor. From the stage of The John F. Kennedy Center, a star-studded lineup salutes the achievements of the comedic trailblazer.

Документалист Крис Смит представляет закулисный взгляд на то, как Джим Керри принял облик своеобразного комика Энди Кауфмана на съемках фильма «Человек на Луне».

A documentary detailing the troubled beginnings of “the show about nothing”.

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.

Энди Кауфман не был обычным комиком. Он был выдающимся, провоцирующим, дерзким, оригинальным — эти качества можно отнести и к пленительному и успешному биографическому фильму «Человек на луне».Джим Кэрри становится звездой, выиграв Золотой Глобус за зловещую роль комика. Энди нарушал все правила: заставляя людей смеяться над тем, что не может быть смешным. Он запудрит Вам мозги, но доставит Вам истинное удовольствие.

Энди Кауфман не был обычным комиком. Он был выдающимся, провоцирующим, дерзким, оригинальным — эти качества можно отнести и к пленительному и успешному биографическому фильму «Человек на луне».Джим Кэрри становится звездой, выиграв Золотой Глобус за зловещую роль комика. Энди нарушал все правила: заставляя людей смеяться над тем, что не может быть смешным. Он запудрит Вам мозги, но доставит Вам истинное удовольствие.

Муж не обращает на нее внимания, родственники не замечают, сестра видит в ней только недостатки. В отчаянии Марджори Тернер ложится в постель с очаровательным незнакомцем, а тот возьми и умри от сердечного приступа прямо в койке! Но это еще не все. Покойный, оказывается, был ее деверем…

У молодого учителя физкультуры Фредди Шупа грандиозные планы на лето. В свой отпуск он хотел бы выбраться к океану! Но возможно всё придётся отменять, так как директор школы поручает Фредди за лето подтянуть отстающих учеников, слабаков и неудачников.

A naive monk, named Brother Ambrose, is sent by the abbot on a mission to raise $5,000 in order to save their monastery from closing. He goes to Hollywood where he encounters a number of eccentric characters.

This special was taped in 1977 but did not air until August 1979, on ABC. It featured most of Andy's famous gags, including Foreign Man/Latka and his Elvis Presley impersonation, as well as a host of unique segments (including a special appearance by children's television character Howdy Doody and the "Has-been Corner"). There also is a segment that included fake television screen static as part of the gag, which ABC executives were not comfortable with, fearing that viewers would mistake the static for broadcast problems and would change the channel—which was the comic element Kaufman wanted to present. Andy's Funhouse was written by Kaufman, Zmuda, and Mel Sherer, with music by Kaufman.

This special was taped in 1977 but did not air until August 1979, on ABC. It featured most of Andy's famous gags, including Foreign Man/Latka and his Elvis Presley impersonation, as well as a host of unique segments (including a special appearance by children's television character Howdy Doody and the "Has-been Corner"). There also is a segment that included fake television screen static as part of the gag, which ABC executives were not comfortable with, fearing that viewers would mistake the static for broadcast problems and would change the channel—which was the comic element Kaufman wanted to present. Andy's Funhouse was written by Kaufman, Zmuda, and Mel Sherer, with music by Kaufman.

This special was taped in 1977 but did not air until August 1979, on ABC. It featured most of Andy's famous gags, including Foreign Man/Latka and his Elvis Presley impersonation, as well as a host of unique segments (including a special appearance by children's television character Howdy Doody and the "Has-been Corner"). There also is a segment that included fake television screen static as part of the gag, which ABC executives were not comfortable with, fearing that viewers would mistake the static for broadcast problems and would change the channel—which was the comic element Kaufman wanted to present. Andy's Funhouse was written by Kaufman, Zmuda, and Mel Sherer, with music by Kaufman.

Digby Geste joins his brother, Beau, in the Foreign Legion following the theft of a priceless family heirloom.