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The Comedian
Touching drama about a thirtysomething comedian looking for happiness.
Director: Tom Shkolnik
Overview
Ed is an aspiring comedian frustrated in life and love. When he begins a promising relationship with a younger man, it has unexpected issues with best friend and flatmate Elisa. This astute, witty, affecting look at the tortuous path to modern happiness boasts great performances from Edward Hogg (White Lightnin'), Elisa Lasowski (Somers Town) and Nathan Stewart-Jarrett (Misfits, Utopia).
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