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When Stand Up Stood Out

2003 · 87 min Comedy Documentary
6.0 / 10 · TMDB

Documentary covering what came to be known as "The Boston Gold Rush" of the late 1970s and early 1980s, when Boston stand-up comedians like Dennis Leary, Steven Wright and Colin Quinn burst upon the national scene, giving audiences a taste of the hard-edged social and political commentary that came out of that city.

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Year 2003
Genre Comedy, Documentary
Director Fran Solomita
Runtime 87 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.0/10 (8 votes)

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When Stand Up Stood Out has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.0/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A 2003 film from an era before CGI overload, with real performances that still hit hard. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.

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