Carlin at Carnegie

Carlin at Carnegie

Directed by Steven J. Santos

Produced by HBO, Cable Stuff Productions

198360 min7.6 / 10

A high-energy stand-up performance that blends irreverent social commentary with sharp observational humor, delivered with infectious comedic momentum.

Recorded at Carnegie Hall, New York City in 1982, released in 1983. Most of the material comes from his A Place for My Stuff, the album released earlier that same year. The final performance of "Seven Dirty Words," his last recorded performance of the routine, features Carlin's updated list.

Questions people ask

  • Is Carlin at Carnegie violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.

  • Is Carlin at Carnegie sad? Barely. Less sad than 80% of films.

  • Is Carlin at Carnegie scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of films.

  • Does Carlin at Carnegie end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 64% of films.

  • Is Carlin at Carnegie easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 60% of films.

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88/ 100

Cinnamon Score

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There is almost nothing else like this.

Rarity90

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Surprise83

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Love90

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