
Waiting for Guffman
There's a good reason some talent remains undiscovered.
Directed by Christopher Guest
Produced by Pale Morning Dun
A gleefully absurd mockumentary about small-town dreamers and their delusional theatrical ambitions, built entirely on affectionate satire and comedic improvisation.
Aspiring director Corky St. Clair and the marginally talented amateur cast of his hokey small-town musical production go overboard when they learn that Broadway theater agent Mort Guffman will be in attendance.
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Questions people ask
Is Waiting for Guffman violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.
Is Waiting for Guffman sad? Barely. Less sad than 89% of films.
Is Waiting for Guffman easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 88% of films.
Is Waiting for Guffman scary? Barely. Less frightening than 84% of films.
Does Waiting for Guffman end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 62% of films.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
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