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Critic Neil Jeffries
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...deliver a superb send-up of small town amateur dramatics.

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Cast & Crew

Christopher Guest
As Corky St. Clair
David Cross
As UFO Expert
Fred Willard
As Ron Albertson
Bob Balaban
As Lloyd Miller

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Waiting for Guffman is a hilarious mockumentary that follows the quirky residents of Blaine, Missouri, as they prepare for the 150th anniversary of their town by putting on an elaborate stage play. The film is directed by Christopher Guest, who also stars in the movie alongside Parker Posey, Eugene Levy, and Catherine O'Hara. The movie is a parody of small-town life and theatrical productions, and it features a range of bizarre characters, including a flamboyant director, a perky Dairy Queen employee, a retired taxidermist, and a handsome mechanic. The film's climax features a hilarious performance of the musical, which is filled with cringe-worthy songs and dances. Overall, Waiting for Guffman is a sidesplitting comedy that will keep you laughing from start to finish.

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Waiting for Guffman was released in theaters on January 31, 1997.