Steve Mazan launches a campaign that generates hundreds of emails to the Late Show with David Letterman staff in hopes of performing on the show.
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Steve Mazan launches a campaign that generates hundreds of emails to the Late Show with David Letterman staff in hopes of performing on the show.
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Steve Mazan stands on an empty comedy stage, framed by a large microphone. He discusses his long-held dream of performing on The Late Show with David Letterman. At 35, Mazan learns he has inoperable liver cancer and may have only five years to live. He chooses to pursue his goal, launching the Dying to Do Letterman campaign with hundreds of emails sent to the show's staff. Notable comedians, including Ray Romano and Jim Gaffigan, appear in the film, which won several festival awards and gained attention on Kickstarter.
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Why Watch
- See Steve Mazan's emotional quest to perform on Letterman.
- Meet famous comedians reflecting on Letterman's legacy.
- Follow Mazan's unique crowdfunding success story.
Did You Know
- Steve Mazan was diagnosed with inoperable liver cancer and given five years to live.
- The film raised $20,000 in just two days through a Kickstarter campaign.
- Dying to Do Letterman was invited to qualify for Academy Award consideration in 2011.
- The documentary features appearances from comedians like Ray Romano and Jim Gaffigan.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who directed the documentary Dying to Do Letterman?
Dying to Do Letterman was directed by Joke Fincioen and Biagio Messina.
What illness does Steve Mazan face in the documentary?
Steve Mazan is diagnosed with inoperable liver cancer and is informed he may only have five years to live.
How much money did the Kickstarter campaign for Dying to Do Letterman raise in two days?
The Kickstarter campaign for Dying to Do Letterman raised $20,000 in just two days.
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