The enigma of comedy and how one becomes “funny” has long been an alluring curse for TV. 30 Rock came awfully close to grasping it but the humor of that show rarely emanated from the writing, direction, or production of the sketches. Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip attempted to get inside the mind of a comedy writer while also working as a behind-the-scenes workplace … Continue reading New ‘I’m Dying Up Here’ Trailer Finds Melissa Leo Corralling Stand-Up Comedians!!! Check It Out!!

Showtime has unveiled a trailer for the upcoming drama series I’m Dying Up Here, which chronicles the stand-up comedy scene of the 1970s. The show is based on the non-fiction book of the same name by William Knoedelseder and is executive produced by Jim Carrey, exploring Los Angeles’ famed 70s comedy scene that launched the careers of comedians like David Letterman, Jay Leno, and Richard … Continue reading NSFW ‘I’m Dying Up Here’ Trailer Reveals Showtime’s New 70s-Set Stand-Up Series!! Check It Out!!