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Tig

2015 · 95 min Documentary
7.2 / 10 · TMDB

Tig Notaro, a Los Angeles comedian, receives a shocking diagnosis of invasive stage II breast cancer. Mere days later, she steps onto a stage and transforms personal tragedy into a raw, poignant stand-up set that turns legendary overnight. The film traces her extraordinary journey as her career suddenly ignites and her life unfolds in grand, unexpected ways. All while battling a life-threatening illness, she navigates the complexities of newfound fame and unexpectedly falls in love, crafting a narrative that is as much about survival as it is about finding light in the darkest of times.

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📋 Film Details

Year 2015
Country United States of America
Genre Documentary
Director Kristina Goolsby
Runtime 95 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.2/10 (98 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

This documentary transcends the typical artist portrait to explore how humor can be forged into a weapon against absurdity and terror. The directors handle Tig's story with remarkable grace, capturing the alchemy of personal disaster transformed into artistic breakthrough.

What lingers after viewing is a potent mix of pain, laughter, and resilience that challenges simple definitions of strength. Tig's journey is a masterclass in turning vulnerability into connection. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Kristina Goolsby

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Raw vulnerability, quiet courage, and the luminous power of truth-telling.

🎭 Cast

Tig Notaro

Tig Notaro

Self

Stephanie Allynne

Stephanie Allynne

Self - Tig's Wife

Zach Galifianakis

Zach Galifianakis

Self

Sarah Silverman

Sarah Silverman

Self

Bill Burr

Bill Burr

Self

Kyle Dunnigan

Kyle Dunnigan

Self

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