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gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:film
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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4
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:Marc_Maron
gptkb:Extreme
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gptkbp:artistic_influence
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Character-driven narratives.
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gptkbp:aspect_ratio
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1.85:1
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gptkbp:audience
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Cult following.
Importance of perseverance.
Relatable themes.
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gptkbp:awards
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Nominated for Best Feature at Sundance.
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gptkbp:base
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Filmed in various locations in California.
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gptkbp:box_office
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$1.5 million
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gptkbp:budget
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$2 million
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gptkbp:cast
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gptkb:Cynthia_Stevenson
gptkb:Michael_Mc_Kean
gptkb:John_C._Mc_Ginley
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gptkbp:character
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gptkb:Jack
gptkb:Frank
gptkb:Maggie
gptkb:Diane
From failure to success.
Mr. B.
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gptkbp:character_arc
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Growth of the protagonist.
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gptkbp:character_development
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Focuses on personal struggles.
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gptkbp:character_relationships
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Internal and external struggles.
Self-doubt.
Complex dynamics.
Humorous exchanges.
Interactions with other comedians.
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gptkbp:character_traits
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Ambitious and insecure.
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gptkbp:cinematography
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gptkb:Michael_Chapman
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gptkbp:color
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gptkb:color
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gptkbp:composer
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gptkb:David_Newman
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gptkbp:country
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gptkb:United_States
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gptkbp:critical_reception
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Mixed reviews
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gptkbp:cultural_impact
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Influenced comedy films.
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gptkbp:cultural_references
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References to 90s pop culture.
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gptkbp:cultural_significance
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Reflects 90s comedy trends.
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gptkbp:demographics
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Young adults.
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gptkbp:director
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gptkb:John_Hancock
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gptkbp:distributor
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gptkb:MGM
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gptkbp:editor
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gptkb:Michael_A._Stevenson
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gptkbp:film_festival
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gptkb:film_festival
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gptkbp:film_score
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Original score by David Newman.
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gptkbp:filming_location
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gptkb:Los_Angeles
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gptkbp:filmography
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90 minutes.
Independent film.
Examines the comedy industry.
Realistic portrayal of comedians.
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gptkbp:genre
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gptkb:musical
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gptkbp:has_backstory
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Comedian's rise to fame.
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gptkbp:home_media_release
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DVD release in 2001.
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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Waiting for the Punchline
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gptkbp:influenced_artists
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Comedy-drama.
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gptkbp:influenced_by
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The comedy scene of the 1990s.
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gptkbp:influences
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Stand-up comedy
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gptkbp:inspired_by
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Real-life comedians.
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gptkbp:is_critical_for
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Explores the nature of comedy.
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gptkbp:is_motivated_by
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Desire for success.
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gptkbp:language
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English
Witty and humorous.
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gptkbp:legacy
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Considered a cult classic.
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gptkbp:motif
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Stand-up routines.
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gptkbp:narrative_style
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Character-driven.
Linear storytelling.
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gptkbp:notable_appearance
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Stand-up performance.
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gptkbp:plot
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A comedian's struggle to find his voice.
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gptkbp:plot_twist
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Unexpected comedic moments.
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gptkbp:premiere
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gptkb:1995_Sundance_Film_Festival
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gptkbp:production_company
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gptkb:MGM
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gptkbp:production_years
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1994.
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gptkbp:public_perception
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Laughter and reflection.
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gptkbp:rating
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gptkb:R
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gptkbp:release_date
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January 21, 1995
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gptkbp:release_format
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Theatrical.
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gptkbp:release_year
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gptkb:1995
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gptkbp:resolution
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Achieves personal growth.
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gptkbp:runtime
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90 minutes
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gptkbp:screenings
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Sundance 1995.
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gptkbp:screenplay_by
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gptkb:John_Hancock
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gptkbp:soundtrack
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gptkb:Various_Artists
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gptkbp:symbolism
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Represents the struggle of artists.
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gptkbp:thematic_element
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Pursuit of dreams.
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gptkbp:theme
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Comedy and personal growth.
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gptkbp:themes
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Comedy and resilience.
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gptkbp:trivia
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Features a cameo by a famous comedian.
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gptkbp:viewing_platform
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VHS.
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