George Carlin: On Location at USC

George Carlin: On Location at USC

Directed by Marty Callner

Produced by HBO

197785 min7.6 / 10

A high-energy stand-up comedy special built on observational humor and irreverent social commentary, delivered with infectious playfulness to a live audience.

George Carlin's first ever comedy special, filmed live at the University of Southern California. Here, he talks about monopoly, flying on planes, random thoughts, walking, and other things.

Questions people ask

  • Is George Carlin: On Location at USC violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.

  • Is George Carlin: On Location at USC sad? Barely. Less sad than 89% of films.

  • Is George Carlin: On Location at USC scary? Barely. Less frightening than 84% of films.

  • Is George Carlin: On Location at USC easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 67% of films.

  • Does George Carlin: On Location at USC end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 64% of films.

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92/ 100

Cinnamon Score

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There is almost nothing else like this.

Rarity89

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Surprise96

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love90

How much audiences actually like it

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