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Heckler is a documentary film from 2007 that focuses on the phenomenon of heckling, particularly in the context of comedy and film. Hosted by comedian Jamie Kennedy, the film was inspired by his personal experiences with negative reception following his 2005 film Son of the Mask. Kennedy interviews a variety of figures, including comedians like Louie Anderson and Kathy Griffin, as well as critics and commentators such as Christopher Hitchens and Dennis Prager, to discuss the impact of hecklers and critics on artists.
The film features unique elements such as footage of filmmaker Uwe Boll engaging in boxing matches with his critics. Heckler premiered at the 2007 Tribeca Festival but did not receive a wide release, going directly to DVD. The reception was mixed, with Rotten Tomatoes giving it a 52% approval rating and various critics offering differing opinions on its effectiveness and tone.
Why Watch
- •Meet comedians like Kathy Griffin and Joe Rogan.
- •Find out about Uwe Boll's boxing matches with critics.
- •See Jamie Kennedy's take on heckling and criticism.
Did You Know
•Heckler premiered at the 2007 Tribeca Festival.
•The film has a 52% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes from 4 critic reviews.
•Uwe Boll participated in boxing matches with several critics.
•Jamie Kennedy was inspired to create the film after the backlash from Son of the Mask.
Perfect For
Stand-up comedy fansFilm criticsJamie Kennedy supporters