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Bitter Jester

  • 2003
ÉVALUATION IMDb
7,6/10
79
MA NOTE
Bitter Jester (2003)
AdventureComedyDocumentaryRomance

Ajouter une intrigue dans votre langueBITTER JESTER is the first documentary to give us a glimpse into the real process behind the comedy we watch in clubs, on television and at the movies. Through the eyes of comedienne Maija D... Tout lireBITTER JESTER is the first documentary to give us a glimpse into the real process behind the comedy we watch in clubs, on television and at the movies. Through the eyes of comedienne Maija DiGiorgio, we take a guided tour of the comedy business at its rawest. Behind the jokes and... Tout lireBITTER JESTER is the first documentary to give us a glimpse into the real process behind the comedy we watch in clubs, on television and at the movies. Through the eyes of comedienne Maija DiGiorgio, we take a guided tour of the comedy business at its rawest. Behind the jokes and smiles, Maija reveals what really goes on in the minds of so many comedians. She allows u... Tout lire

  • Director
    • Maija DiGiorgio
  • Writers
    • Maija DiGiorgio
    • D.B. Levin
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    • Maija DiGiorgio
    • Kenneth Simmons
    • Richard Belzer
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  • ÉVALUATION IMDb
    7,6/10
    79
    MA NOTE
    • Director
      • Maija DiGiorgio
    • Writers
      • Maija DiGiorgio
      • D.B. Levin
    • Stars
      • Maija DiGiorgio
      • Kenneth Simmons
      • Richard Belzer
    • 9Commentaires d'utilisateurs
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    Richard Belzer
    Richard Belzer
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    George Carlin
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    Whoopi Goldberg
    Whoopi Goldberg
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    Joy Behar
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    Peter Boyle
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    Chevy Chase
    Chevy Chase
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    Norm Crosby
    Norm Crosby
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    Jody Del Giorno
    Jody Del Giorno
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    Phyllis Diller
    Phyllis Diller
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    Gilbert Gottfried
    Gilbert Gottfried
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    D.L. Hughley
    D.L. Hughley
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    Dom Irrera
    Dom Irrera
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    Kevin James
    Kevin James
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    Terry Jones
    Terry Jones
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    Richard Kind
    Richard Kind
    • Self
    Kathy Kinney
    Kathy Kinney
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      • Maija DiGiorgio
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      • D.B. Levin
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    RT Firefly

    Not a well made film, but worth checking out.

    I don't know if this documentary is available anywhere, but this film does have elements worth checking out if you can find it, especially if you are prepared for the amateur film making and the overpowering, and sometimes nerve wracking, presence of star-by-proxy Kenneth Simmons. I caught this at the 2003 New York Film Festival and met with many of the members of the production in the theater after the screening. I can vouch that they are the real deal. In fact, they may have even edited out some things to make it more palatable.

    I agree with Soybomb89's excellent review, so refer to that for more details. Suffice to say, this film is like watching a train wreck, both fascinating and yet tragically nauseating at the same time. I would not fault someone for hating it, it shows they have a soul, but there are many redeeming qualities about it as well. A hilarious interview with Gilbert Godfried comes to mind. I also think director Maija Di Giorgio is to be commended for working well with limited resources, especially experience. Given more of the latter, I believe she could become an excellent filmmaker.
    10ilovtodance

    A Must See Full Of Laughter

    I don't know if this documentary is available anywhere, but this film Does have elements worth checking out and seeing, especially if you are Prepared for the great film making and the overpowering of laughter. I Agree with the excellent review, and details that have been said by all. This is a fascinating film I also think director Maija Di Giorgio is to be commended for working well with limited resources, especially the Great experience she has. Given more of the latter, I believe she has Become an excellent film maker and will go a long way it the film Making industry. Richard Pryor in all his decimated glory, but truly the film spends too much time dealing with him, his ego, and his exploits. Inspiring if a little flawed, Bitter Jester is a film you must see if you are an aspiring comedian, an artist, or just a caring, feeling human being. Bitter Jester ostensibly delves into the highs and lows of struggling along the comedy circuit. Beautiful and outrageously talented Maija experiences a crisis of conscience and seeks to find center again by making a documentary of her youth, parents, rise on the comedy scene, implosion on said scene, psychotherapy, meeting her homicidal boyfriend, using his contacts to talk to other comedians about their experiences, feuding with Jerry Seinfeld, cross country trips, But amidst the clutter, there is a beautiful film in here.
    10sizzlepitt21

    Bitter Jester

    A very honest, funny and extremely well made documentary about comedy! This project was done by comic/filmmaker Maija DiGiorgio! She wrote, directed, and starred in this film, which screened on the festival circuit at Cinequest, TriBeca Film Festival, and the US Comedy Arts Festival amongst other places. The movie gives a complete behind the scenes struggles of a new comic (Miss DiGiorgio)who also happens to be bi-racial trying to make it in the cut throat world of her chosen profession. Bitter Jester has some of the biggest names in comedy such as Richard Pryor, George Carlin, Paul Mooney and Whoopi Goldberg..just to name a few! Thoroughly entertaining!
    10anthonywavex

    This film blew me away !

    Many films have characters to hide behind. This film was so without vanity and raw and honest and kudos to Maija for baring her emotional scars out there for the world to see. I thought it was an excellent film. I so appreciate the struggle and the adversity she faced and overcame. I thought. The Richard Pryor footage was well done and judiciously applied. The moment of truth for me was the advice Whoopi Goldberg gave her. The interaction with her friends were priceless. Its a real reality film with nascent comedians who are now world famous. I could not believe all of the obstacles in her path she faced. So this film is a must see.It is a great almost biopic of a talented person.
    9ivthbeasty

    Comedy...Behind the Curtain

    An interesting look at comedians and what isn't always shown on stage in their personal lives. This movie follows one comedienne Maija, who achieved fame and prestige and almost too early in her career and had to reinvent herself as a comedian.

    The movie is full of interviews with an A-list of performers, Whoopi Goldberg, Chevy Chase, Jerry Stiller, Rita Rudner, Richard Belzer, Christopher Titus Lisa Lampenelli, and two of my favorites George Carlin and Richard Pryor. I think this is one of the last interviews of Richard Pryor.

    If you want to see the drama that begets comedy, you'll love this one.

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    • Date de sortie
      • 26 février 2003 (United States)
    • Pays d’origine
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      • McBelz Enterprises
      • Panacea Entertainment
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