Stewart Lee

The Bafta-winning Stewart Lee performs his latest touring show, focusing on a bizarrely erroneous description of his work on Netflix and a mind-boggling review from Alan Bennett.

The Bafta-winning Stewart Lee performs his latest touring show, focusing on a bizarrely erroneous description of his work on Netflix and a mind-boggling review from Alan Bennett.

Stewart Lee is a ‘snowflake’, and in this hour from his tour, the Bafta-winning comedian illustrates how being ‘woke’ doesn’t mean having to sacrifice freedom of speech.

Stewart Lee is a ‘snowflake’, and in this hour from his tour, the Bafta-winning comedian illustrates how being ‘woke’ doesn’t mean having to sacrifice freedom of speech.

Rising to fame amid the 1980s alternative comedy boom, Ian Cognito was one of the UK's most popular comedians. His performances left audiences in hysterics - but behind the laughter was a troubled and often controversial figure. This is the story of the comedy scene that nurtured a comedic genius, and the real life of a man famed for his outlandish sense of humour.

How does a working class autodidact, with no visible means of support, maintain his role as the leader of a cult British underground band into its fifth decade? Comedian and writer Stewart Lee, director Michael Cumming and James Nicholls investigate the mysterious existence of Robert Lloyd, Britain’s ultimate post-punk survivor. Robert Lloyd’s Prefects played with The Clash on the White Riot tour in 1977, and their ongoing incarnation, as Birmingham’s Captain Beefheart suffused post-punk poets The Nightingales, recorded more John Peel sessions than any other band. Ever. But what were the social, cultural and economic circumstances that enabled and sustained such outsider artists in the punk and post-punk eras, and how has the world changed to the point where such figures are unlikely to flourish in the same way today? Lloyd’s own odyssey echoes how abstract notions of social mobility, of the value of culture and music, have changed in the last five decades.

How does a working class autodidact, with no visible means of support, maintain his role as the leader of a cult British underground band into its fifth decade? Comedian and writer Stewart Lee, director Michael Cumming and James Nicholls investigate the mysterious existence of Robert Lloyd, Britain’s ultimate post-punk survivor. Robert Lloyd’s Prefects played with The Clash on the White Riot tour in 1977, and their ongoing incarnation, as Birmingham’s Captain Beefheart suffused post-punk poets The Nightingales, recorded more John Peel sessions than any other band. Ever. But what were the social, cultural and economic circumstances that enabled and sustained such outsider artists in the punk and post-punk eras, and how has the world changed to the point where such figures are unlikely to flourish in the same way today? Lloyd’s own odyssey echoes how abstract notions of social mobility, of the value of culture and music, have changed in the last five decades.

Шестое крупное выступление комика, в котором мы окунемся в чертоги разума британского стендап-затейника.

Шестое крупное выступление комика, в котором мы окунемся в чертоги разума британского стендап-затейника.

One of the most important English singers of 20th century traditional song, Shirley Collins and her sister Dolly stood at the epicentre of the folk music revival from the 1950s through to the 1970’s. Directors Rob Curry and Tim Plester have created a poetic response to the life-and-times of this totemic musical figure. Four years in the making, and co produced by Fifth Column Films and Burning Bridges, The Ballad of Shirley Collins is the fascinating first release from Fire Films - available to you exclusively through the Lush Player. A captivating study of heritage, posterity and the true ancestral melodies of the people, this heartwarming film revolves around Shirley’s tragic loss of her voice and struggle back to the limelight. And ultimately, it suggests that in these turbulent and increasingly untethered times, we may just need Shirley Collins and all she represents more than ever.

The craft, creative process and complicated lives of Stand-up Comedians.

In 1982, folk musician Nic Jones was at the peak of his career, but driving home from a gig one night a near-fatal car crash changed his life forever. Almost every bone in his body was broken and neurological damage meant that he would never play his guitar in front of an audience again. Apart from a couple of tribute concerts, Nic Jones disappeared from the public eye for thirty years. Then in the summer of 2012, encouraged by friends and family, Nic returned to the stage to play several festival performances.. The concerts were a resounding success and for his old and new fans, a moving comeback for their musical hero.

Человек средних лет с недостатком секса, но женатый, пишет комедию. Про что же он может написать? Что может посчитать смешным этот мужчина?

Человек средних лет с недостатком секса, но женатый, пишет комедию. Про что же он может написать? Что может посчитать смешным этот мужчина?

Director Andrew Kötting and writer Iain Sinclair sail a swan-shaped pedalo from Hastings to Hackney in London in the build-up to the 2012 Olympic Games.

A look at the life of John Cooper Clarke. From his rise as a 'punk poet', through his heroin addiction, and finally to his comeback.

Рождественский мультфильм «Секретная служба Санта-Клауса» обещает подарить Вам предпраздничное настроение и порадовать новыми идеями. Здесь, наряду со старыми общепринятыми тенденциями, присутствуют модерные вкрапления, о которых мы раньше не слышали. Это, например, то, что у Санты есть сын, который, честно сказать, ну так себе, чудаковатый какой-то. И еще важная деталь, знали ли вы, что Санта Клаус летает не на оленях, а на космическом корабле? Нет? Теперь будете знать! В картине раскроется секрет того, как Санта успевает за ночь развезти все подарки...

Documents the life and work of cult SF author and philosopher Jeff Lint, creator of some of the strangest and most inventive works of the 20th century. Featuring clips from Lint's books, cartoons, music, comics and films, the movie follows Lint's life from the days of vintage pulp, psychedelia and his disastrous scripts for Star Trek and Patton. Newly discovered archive footage and recordings of Lint himself, and commentary by those who knew and read him, results in a compelling portrait of the creator of Clowns and Insects, Jelly Result, The Stupid Conversation, the Caterer comic, and Catty and the Major, the scariest kids' cartoon ever aired.

'Welcome to my folly', declared Robin Ince as he opens Nine Lessons..., his massive sell-out Rationalist Celebration of comedy and science for Christmas. With a star-studded line-up included Richard Dawkins, Stewart Lee, Josie Long, Simon Singh, Richard Herring, Gavin Osbourne, Isy Suttie, Ben Goldacre, Andrew Collins, Waen Shepherd, Christina Martin and Philip Jeays - all accompanied by Martin White and his amazing Mystery Fax Machine Chamber Orchestra. What more could you ask for?.... Oh go on then, as it's Christmas there's also interview contributions from Dara O'Briain and Javis Cocker.

Фрэнки Бойл заявил, что после сорока со стэндапом пора завязывать, так как в старости комики теряют былую остроту и злость. Стюарту Ли 41, и жестокие шотландские слова Фрэнки Бойла заставили его задуматься о том, стоит ли ему продолжать карьеру. Решив, что стоит, он пытается добиться благосклонности известной своей неприступностью аудитории города Глазго с помощью номера в стиле Майкла Макинтайра.

Фрэнки Бойл заявил, что после сорока со стэндапом пора завязывать, так как в старости комики теряют былую остроту и злость. Стюарту Ли 41, и жестокие шотландские слова Фрэнки Бойла заставили его задуматься о том, стоит ли ему продолжать карьеру. Решив, что стоит, он пытается добиться благосклонности известной своей неприступностью аудитории города Глазго с помощью номера в стиле Майкла Макинтайра.

В 2007 году Стюарт Ли попал на 41 место в списке лучших комиков всех времен по версии 4 канала британского телевидения, опередив Ленни Брюса, но уступив Джиму Дэвидсону. Однако какой толк от такого оглушительного успеха, если телешоу Стюарта закрыли, его мама ставит ему в пример всеми забытого ведущего «Угадай мелодию», а сам он вынужден выступать перед энтомологами в костюме тли за просто так? К счастью для нас, чем Стюарт Ли несчастнее, тем смешнее.

В 2007 году Стюарт Ли попал на 41 место в списке лучших комиков всех времен по версии 4 канала британского телевидения, опередив Ленни Брюса, но уступив Джиму Дэвидсону. Однако какой толк от такого оглушительного успеха, если телешоу Стюарта закрыли, его мама ставит ему в пример всеми забытого ведущего «Угадай мелодию», а сам он вынужден выступать перед энтомологами в костюме тли за просто так? К счастью для нас, чем Стюарт Ли несчастнее, тем смешнее.

Скандальную известность Стюарту Ли принесла постановка оперы «Джерри Спрингер», которая так возмутила христианскую общественность, что она потребовала судить режиссера по статье «богохульство». Ответом Ли стало выступление «90s Comedian», в котором он описал свой собственный опыт общения с Христом.

Скандальную известность Стюарту Ли принесла постановка оперы «Джерри Спрингер», которая так возмутила христианскую общественность, что она потребовала судить режиссера по статье «богохульство». Ответом Ли стало выступление «90s Comedian», в котором он описал свой собственный опыт общения с Христом.

Following the fall out from Jerry Springer The Opera, the play's writer and comedian Stewart Lee explores religion and blasphemy in this documentary

Following the fall out from Jerry Springer The Opera, the play's writer and comedian Stewart Lee explores religion and blasphemy in this documentary

"Jerry Springer: The Opera" tells the story of a day in the job of world famous talk-show host, Jerry Springer. Jerry has to sort out a number of guests problems; including a man who wants to dress up as a baby, a man with 3 lovers (one of them a transexual) and a fat woman who wants to be a pole dancer. However, on this particular day, something out of the ordinary will happen...

Первый DVD Стюарта Ли, записанный в клубе Stand, Глазго.

Первый DVD Стюарта Ли, записанный в клубе Stand, Глазго.

A 1-hour Documentary looking at the Manchester post-punk group and its infamous leader Mark E Smith. The Film follows the current band recording their final Session for the John Peel Show (they were his favourite group and recorded more sessions than any other band) as well as chronicling the chaotic history of the band & its numerous line-up changes.

Johnny Vegas has crawled his way to the top of the showbiz ladder. Fame, wealth and awards are his but there's a problem...he's lost his edge. He's no longer funny and the fans have begun to take notice... The solution? Return Vegas to his stand-up roots - The Edinburgh Fringe Festival. How? Kidnap Johnny and surround him with a mad lifestyle manager, a meglomaniac sponsor and his obsessive comic flatmate who should've been sectioned years ago. Then just sit back, watch his world fall apart and hope his new found misery means he can reclaim his place amongst stand-up comedy's finest with hilarious results! Succeed or fail, one question must be answered...Who's Ready For Ice Cream?

TV Comedy from radio award-winning writers Stewart Lee and Richard Herring.

TV Comedy from radio award-winning writers Stewart Lee and Richard Herring.

'Using the stinking carcass of so-called comedy as a lens, we shall focus harsh philosophee, religion, poetrie and base animal passion onto your ear, causing it to smoulder'

'Using the stinking carcass of so-called comedy as a lens, we shall focus harsh philosophee, religion, poetrie and base animal passion onto your ear, causing it to smoulder'

This feature-length big screen documentary tells the riotous inside story of the infamous sex, drugs and rock 'n' roll repertory cinema which inspired a generation during Britain's turbulent Thatcher years.

Untitled Michael Cumming and Stewart Lee documentary in the style of their previous collaboration King Rocker.

Untitled Michael Cumming and Stewart Lee documentary in the style of their previous collaboration King Rocker.