Funny People (2009)
Release Year: 2009
Nation: United States
Alternative Title: Hazme reír, Siempre hay tiempo para reir, Приколисты, Drôle de monde, Gente Gira, Ki nevet a végén?, Komicari, Komiki, Matrak adamlar, Pethaino sta gelia, Siempre hay tiempo para reír, Tá Rindo do Quê?, Tipi simpatici, Wie das Leben so spielt
Director: Judd Apatow
Writer: Judd Apatow
Production & Genre
Producer: Producer: Barry Mendel, Clayton Townsend, Judd Apatow
Co-Producer: Andrew J. Cohen, Brendan O'Brien
Executive Producer: Evan Goldberg, Jack Giarraputo, Seth Rogen
Companies: Apatow Productions, Columbia Pictures, Happy Madison Productions, Madison 23, Relativity Media, Universal Pictures
Budget: 75.000.000
Awards & Similar
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Keywords
Keywords: cancer, comedian, male friendship
Story
George Simmons, a wealthy and successful comedian, receives shocking health news from his doctor, forcing him to reevaluate his priorities and relationships. He discovers Ira Wright, an aspiring comedian with a troubled past, and takes him under his wing. George's former protege and now nemesis, Leo, becomes jealous of George's newfound friendship with Ira. George decides to stage a comeback comedy tour, during which he reconnects with his ex-girlfriend Laura, who is now married to another man.
Summary
'Funny People' (2009) directed by Judd Apatow is a comedic-drama that explores the lives of comedians and their relationships. The film centers around George Simmons, a famous comedian struggling with his health and his place in the world. When he discovers Ira Wright, a young comic with raw talent but a troubled past, George takes him under his wing. The film explores themes of male friendship, redemption, and the complexities of fame and success.
