Dying to Do Letterman
Watch TrailerWhen 35 year old stand-up comedian Steve Mazan learned he was dying of cancer, he dedicated the rest of his life to making his dream come true: performing comedy on The Late Show with David Letterman. This documentary chronicles his five-year journey, as he races his own ticking clock to achieve a nearly impossible goal. Hilarious and heart-breaking, Steve brings a brand-new perspective to living with cancer. This is a story that proves it's not how much time you have, it's what you do with it. As Steve says, 'If you stop chasing your dreams, you're already dead.'
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2011 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Director | Joke Fincioen |
| Runtime | 75 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.0/10 (1 votes) |
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The film constructs its narrative around an obsessive goal, not an illness, using it as a powerful engine for the story. It relies on Steve's raw, video-diary vulnerability, where humor becomes a profound coping mechanism.
What lingers after the credits is not the shadow of mortality, but the brilliant, defiant light of a life fully engaged. It’s a potent reminder to audit one's own postponed dreams. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Joke Fincioen
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Watch with friends, ready for both laughter and quiet reflection. Have tissues nearby, but expect to be energized.
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