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Lilah Krytsick is a mother and housewife who's always believed she could be a stand-up comedian. Steven Gold is an experienced stand-up seemingly on the cusp of success. When the two meet, they form an unlikely friendship, and Steven tries to help the untried Lilah develop her stage act. Despite the objections of her family and some very wobbly beginnings, Lilah improves, and soon she finds herself competing with Steven for a coveted television spot.
A suburban mother risks her domestic stability to chase the elusive high of a comedy club spotlight. This bittersweet character study finds unexpected warmth in the friction between a desperate novice and a cynical veteran.
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David Seltzer
Cast
Sally Field, Tom Hanks, John Goodman, Mark Rydell, Kim Greist, Paul Mazursky, Damon Wayans, Taylor Negron, Pam Matteson, George McGrath
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Punchline
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IMDb
5.5/10
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57%
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Director
David Seltzer
Cast
Sally Field, Tom Hanks, John Goodman, Mark Rydell, Kim Greist, Paul Mazursky, Damon Wayans, Taylor Negron, Pam Matteson, George McGrath
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