A portrait of the life and career of one of comedy's most iconic figures, Gilbert Gottfried.A portrait of the life and career of one of comedy's most iconic figures, Gilbert Gottfried.A portrait of the life and career of one of comedy's most iconic figures, Gilbert Gottfried.
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Jeffrey Ross: He doesn't really filter himself and I think that's why people are drawn to him in this politically correct world we live in to have a loose cannon running around in the world is refreshing. I mean if someone doesn't say it nobody will.
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Doesn't Explain Much
No disrespect meant Gilbert Gottfried or any of the other people who appeared in this documentary, but it wasn't much of a documentary. It's a cute slice-of-life look at Gilbert Gottfried behind the scenes; but it explains almost nothing about where this unique and often bizarre persona we love comes from.
How and why did he create his signature stage voice? Why did he repeatedly get himself into trouble with his many famous "Too Soon" incidents? How did he develop that extreme brand of frugality? None of these questions are answered. There are vague hints of a personality disorder and daddy issues, but for a creative person what else is new. I don't think they even mentioned his signature squinting on stage, though I could be wrong.
I'm glad I didn't pay for this documentary, because it was really disappointing in terms of information. I'd still watch it again if it was on TV or something. But if anyone can recommend any interviews that actually explain how Gilbert Gottfried developed his unique style and quirks, I'd much rather see that.
How and why did he create his signature stage voice? Why did he repeatedly get himself into trouble with his many famous "Too Soon" incidents? How did he develop that extreme brand of frugality? None of these questions are answered. There are vague hints of a personality disorder and daddy issues, but for a creative person what else is new. I don't think they even mentioned his signature squinting on stage, though I could be wrong.
I'm glad I didn't pay for this documentary, because it was really disappointing in terms of information. I'd still watch it again if it was on TV or something. But if anyone can recommend any interviews that actually explain how Gilbert Gottfried developed his unique style and quirks, I'd much rather see that.
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- erzabronsky
- Jun 5, 2022
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- Gross US & Canada
- $8,362
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $8,362
- Nov 5, 2017
- Gross worldwide
- $8,362
- Runtime1 hour 34 minutes
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