Judd Apatow
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English
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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • An all-new collection of honest, hilarious, and enlightening conversations with some of the most exciting names in comedy—from lifelong comedy nerd Judd Apatow.
“When I need to read an interview with a comedian while in the bathroom, I always turn to Judd Apatow for deeply personal insights into the comedic mind. Place one on your toilet today.”—Amy Schumer
ONE OF...
“When I need to read an interview with a comedian while in the bathroom, I always turn to Judd Apatow for deeply personal insights into the comedic mind. Place one on your toilet today.”—Amy Schumer
ONE OF...
Author
Language
English
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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY THE A.V. CLUB • Includes new interviews!
From the writer and director of Knocked Up and the producer of Freaks and Geeks comes a collection of intimate, hilarious conversations with the biggest names in comedy from the past thirty years—including Mel Brooks, Jerry Seinfeld, Jon Stewart, Sarah Silverman,...
From the writer and director of Knocked Up and the producer of Freaks and Geeks comes a collection of intimate, hilarious conversations with the biggest names in comedy from the past thirty years—including Mel Brooks, Jerry Seinfeld, Jon Stewart, Sarah Silverman,...
5) Trainwreck
Publisher
Universal Studios Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
Since she was little, it's been drilled into Amy's head by her dad that monogamy isn't realistic. Now a magazine writer, Amy lives by that credo; enjoying what she feels is an uninhibited life free from stifling, boring romantic commitment, but in actuality, she's kind of in a rut. When she finds herself starting to fall for the subject of the new article she's writing, a charming and successful sports doctor named Aaron Conners; Amy starts to wonder...
Publisher
Universal Pictures Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
Scott has been a case of arrested development ever since his firefighter father died when he was seven. He's now reached his mid-20s having achieved little, living with his mother, spending his days smoking weed, hanging with the guys, and secretly hooking up with his girlfriend Kelsey. But when his mother starts dating a loudmouth firefighter named Ray, it sets off a chain of events that will force Scott to grapple with his grief and take his first...
10) The big sick
Publisher
Lions Gate Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
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Pakistan-born comedian Kumail Nanjiani and grad student Emily Gardner fall in love but struggle as their cultures clash. When Emily contracts a mysterious illness, Kumail finds himself forced to face her parents, his family's expectations, and his true feelings.
11) Heavyweights
Publisher
Walt Disney Home Video
Pub. Date
[1995]
Language
English
Description
A group of underdog kids discover their beloved summer camp has been sold to a crazy fitness fanatic who's determined to make their lives miserable. The kids unite to turn the tables, take back their woodsy hideaway and challenge the rival camp to the most outrageous summer games of all.
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Publisher
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
©2006.
Language
English
Description
NASCAR sensation Ricky Bobby is a racing hero because of his "win at all costs" approach. He and his loyal racing partner, childhood friend Cal Naughton Jr., are a fearless duo. Dubbed "Shake" and "Bake" by their fans, the two have the ability to finish so many races in the #1 and #2 positions, with Cal always in second place. When flamboyant French Formula One driver Jean Girard challenges Ricky and Cal for the supremacy of NASCAR, Ricky must face...
13) Wanderlust
Publisher
Universal Studios Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
After George loses his high-stress Manhattan job, he and his wife Linda hit the road and wind up crashing at Elysium, a free-spirited community of hippies, tree-huggers, and the occasional nudist.
14) Step brothers
Author
Publisher
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2008]
Language
English
Description
Brennan and Dale are two middle-aged loafers who are forced to live together when their parents get married. When their immature antics over TV privileges and personal property take their toll on their parents' marriage, the devious duo hatch a scheme to reunite the couple.
15) The cable guy
Publisher
Columbia TriStar Home Video
Pub. Date
[1997]
Language
English
Description
A cable installer, raised on television sitcoms, wants life to look like "My three sons." And when he meets a single-guy, he sees his chance for some serious male bonding.
17) Begin again
Publisher
[publisher not identified]
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
A British songwriter is adrift in Manhattan after getting dumped by her philandering rock star boyfriend. While playing at an open mic night at a local bar, she is noticed by a struggling music producer.
18) Superbad
Publisher
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2007]
Language
English
Description
Two co-dependent high school seniors are forced to deal with separation anxiety after their plan to stage a booze-soaked party goes awry.
19) Drillbit Taylor
Publisher
Paramount Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2008]
Language
English
Description
Ryan, Wade and Emmit attend their first day of high school and immediately meet up with Filkins, the school bully who comes off like a little Hannibal Lecter. Before they become completely engulfed in Filkins' reign of terror, they seek out some protection by placing an ad in Soldier of fortune magazine. Their best response and the cheapest comes from Drillbit Taylor, a down-on-his-luck soldier of furtune who lives a homeless existence on the beach....
20) This is 40
Publisher
Universal Studios Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
After years of marriage, Pete and Debbie are approaching a milestone meltdown. As they try to balance romance, careers, parents and children in their own hilarious ways, they must also figure out how to enjoy the rest of their lives.