Film Lens
Act Social addresses the decline of civil discourse in society through the lens of improvisation. The film features Colin Mochrie, known for his work on 'Whose Line is it, Anyway?', as he engages in improv with Republican Karl Rove, who connects with a predominantly Democratic audience. The documentary illustrates how improv can serve as a tool for bridging political divides.
In addition to political interactions, the film presents police officers participating in improv exercises with local youth to enhance their listening skills. It also shows the work of Dr. Daniel J. Wiener, who uses improv techniques to help couples on the verge of divorce. Furthermore, Dr. Charles Limb conducts a study with Second City comedians in a functional MRI machine to analyze brain activity during improvisation.
Why Watch
- •Meet Colin Mochrie and Karl Rove on stage together.
- •See police officers learn from local youth through improv.
- •Find out how improv can save marriages.
Did You Know
•Colin Mochrie performs improv with Karl Rove in front of Democrats.
•Police officers use improv to improve listening skills with local youth.
•Dr. Daniel J. Wiener helps couples avoid divorce through improv.
•Dr. Charles Limb studies improv's brain effects using an MRI machine.
Perfect For
Improv comedy fansPolitical discourse enthusiastsMental health advocates