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202158 minPGdocumentary

2020: A Comedy Special

202158 minPGdocumentary

Comedians and club owners across the United States adapted to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 by shifting to virtual formats and outdoor performances.

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Comedians and club owners across the United States adapted to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 by shifting to virtual formats and outdoor performances.

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Joe Kaiserdirector

Mark Normand

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Yannis Pappascast

Brian Redban

Brian Redbancast

Matt Richardscast

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Comedians and club owners across the United States adapted to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. Joe Kaiser directed this 58-minute documentary. It shows how live comedy shifted to virtual formats and outdoor shows. The film records the experiences of those involved in the comedy scene during this time. Clubs faced closures, while performers found new ways to reach audiences. Comedy continued, transforming to meet the challenges presented by the pandemic.

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