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Nov 2023
29m 30s

Punchline | Forgotten Gem

Adam Palcher and Adam Sherlock
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This week we have a bonus episode from our Stand-Up Film Festival. We dive into the 1988 romantic comedy film Punchline from David Seltzer. Tom Hanks and Sally Field play two comedians in very different stages of their careers finding a way to bond and perfect their craft. Really fun conversation. Enjoy!

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