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The Improviser

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Brett Sugarman wants to be the next SNL star, but he's terrible at comedy. Failing at every available opportunity offered, Brett's psyche begins to crumble, leaving him determined to achieve his dream, at any cost.

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Richard Propes TheIndependentCritic.com 11/24/2022
3.0/4.0
For those who appreciate bold and revolutionary cinema, The Improviser is a film to check out. Go to Full Review
Alan Ng Film Threat 04/12/2022
6.5/10
If you’re looking for a good tragic thriller, The Improviser will bring you down a very dark and cringe road. Go to Full Review
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07/28/2022 Whoa! Like a film that grabs you by the shirt and doesn't let go til the credits! Had me early in, great performances, cringe moments, and awkward comedy! *taken from my Letterbox review* See more 06/30/2022 I enjoyed this. It was like a mix between Taxi Driver and Crashing. See more 06/30/2022 I really enjoyed this movie. It was refreshing to see a story about the actual struggles of alt comics in NYC. Also the spot light of mental health within that community was very compelling. Very well done! See more 06/30/2022 "The Improviser" is a cringe-fest of a thrill ride!! I was intrigued by the Film Threat review and decided to check it out. I was definitely pleasantly surprised. The main character is a raw nerve of ambition and we're along for this tragic ride. The supporting cast was also pitch perfect in their roles. Having done improv I really felt the tension and desperation in those shows, haha. See more 06/29/2022 Great performances and direction. It felt like a modern version of The King of Comedy. See more 06/29/2022 Really enjoyed this film! For a low budget indie it certainly packs a lot in: great cast, awesome use of the streets of NYC, intriguing look into the comedy scene, and a thrilling ending! See more Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis Brett Sugarman wants to be the next SNL star, but he's terrible at comedy. Failing at every available opportunity offered, Brett's psyche begins to crumble, leaving him determined to achieve his dream, at any cost.
Director
Daniel Florio, Chris Sciacco
Screenwriter
Daniel Florio
Production Co
Rebel Lens Fims
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Feb 28, 2022
Runtime
1h 33m