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Punchline (1988)

Punchline (1988)

Drama Comedy

Dying is easy. Comedy is hard.

Release Date: 1988, October 7
Directors: David Seltzer
Countries: United States of America
Production: Columbia Pictures
Cast: Tom Hanks, Sally Field, Mike Starr, John Goodman, Ángel Salazar, Richard Parker, Mark Goldstein, Cameron Thor, Kimberly L. Ryusaki, George D. Wallace, Ron Ulstad, Susie Essman

Overview:

Lilah Krytsick is a mother and housewife who's always believed she could be a stand-up comedian. Steven Gold is an experienced stand-up seemingly on the cusp of success. When the two meet, they form an unlikely friendship, and Steven tries to help the untried Lilah develop her stage act. Despite the objections of her family and some very wobbly beginnings, Lilah improves, and soon she finds herself competing with Steven for a coveted television spot.

Keywords:

stand-up comedian