Ron Clark
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Biography: Ron Clark is a Canadian comedy screenwriter and playwright. He started writing sketches while at McGill University and then moved to New York City, where he wrote monologues for dozens of stand-up comics.
Department: Writing
Place of Birth: Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Birthday: Not available
Adult: No
Gender: Male
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The Curious Case of Inspector Clouseau
Overview: DA-DUN DA-DUN DA-DUN-DA-DUN-DA-DUN-DA-DUN-DA-DUUUUN Henry Mancini’s iconic score, Peter Sellers’ bumbling Inspector Clouseau, and those unforgettable animated opening sequences - delve into the history of the Pink Panther films, the pink diamond hunting comedy-mystery franchise that was a smash hit, made a megastar of Peter Sellers and spawned an empire. Paul Joyce’s typically thorough and entertaining documentary focuses on star Peter Sellers’ creation of a comedy icon and his relationship with director Blake Edwards. Hosted by Burt Kwouk, who played Clousea’s manservant and martial arts sparring partner Cato, and featuring interviews with Mark Kermode, Herbert Lom (Chief Inspector Dreyfus), Graham Stark (Pepi) and more, THE CURIOUS CASE OF INSPECTOR CLOUSEAU is a must-see... if you can catch it!
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2002-01-01
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Silent Laughter: The Reel Inspirations of 'Silent Movie'
Overview: A featurette about the origins of "Silent Movie," as well as its inspirations and development, direct cinematic influences, cast and performances, gag specifics and cut scenes, Brooks’ directorial style and a few other tidbits.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2009-12-15
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Hitchcock and Mel: Spoofing the Master of Suspense
Overview: A short documentary exploring the relationship between Alfred Hitchcock and Mel Brooks and the role it played in the production of "High Anxiety."
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2009-12-15
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The Funny Farm
Overview: The laughs are nonstop as a gang of ambitious young comics strives to make it in the exciting world of stand-up comedy at the famous comedy club in L.A., The Funny Farm. These budding comedy stars are as crazy offstage as they are on: Miguel, America s funniest illegal alien ; Miles, who can t decide if he s a black comic or a comic who happens to be black; Bruce, whose manic act borders on insanity; and Peter, the intense political satirist. The Funny Farm is a hilarious and insightful look into those who live the lives of comedians.
Genres: Drama Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1983-02-18
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High Anxiety
Overview: A psychiatrist with intense acrophobia (fear of heights) goes to work for a mental institution run by doctors who appear to be crazier than their patients, and have secrets that they are willing to commit murder to keep.
Genres: Comedy Mystery Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1977-12-25
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History of the World: Part I
Overview: An uproarious version of history that proves nothing is sacred – not even the Roman Empire, the French Revolution and the Spanish Inquisition.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1981-06-12
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