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Critic David Hughes
rated 6

...Pollak’s interviewees are certainly entertaining, and often very funny.

Read full review at Empire
Critic Josh Modell

...offer frank looks at why they got into comedy in the first place and what drove them to continue.

Read full review at The A.V. Club

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In "Misery Loves Comedy," over 60 comedians and comedy professionals share their personal stories, anecdotes, and insights into the art of stand-up comedy. From their earliest comic experiences to their most epic fails, these comedians offer a rare glimpse into the world of comedy and the desire to connect with audiences. Through their stories, they explore the paradoxical relationship between misery and comedy, and how humor can be both a blunt tool and a personal elixir. Featuring a star-studded cast, including Tom Hanks, Matthew Perry, and Whoopi Goldberg, this documentary offers a master class in comedy and reminds us that the best humor may come from misery, but it's the comedian's unique perspective that helps us understand what it means to be human.

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Misery Loves Comedy was released for streaming on April 14, 2015.