
All Commercials... A Steve Martin Special
Steve Martin's third NBC special serves as a salute to 1970s television commercials. Taking shots at everything from "Suzy Chapstick" to Palmolive to advertising agencies, this special showcased Martin's genius for physical comedy.
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Plot Summary
This groundbreaking comedy special showcases Steve Martin's unique brand of absurd humor through a compilation of commercials he either created or appeared in. It features a wild array of inventive and often bizarre advertising concepts, demonstrating Martin's early forays into visual gags and satire.
Critical Reception
Upon its release, 'All Commercials... A Steve Martin Special' was hailed as a pioneering work in television comedy, lauded for its originality and sheer comedic force. It cemented Steve Martin's status as a comedic innovator, pushing the boundaries of what was acceptable and expected in a television special.
What Reviewers Say
- A showcase of Steve Martin's anarchic and brilliant comedic mind.
- Hilariously bizarre and creatively daring, pushing the envelope of television advertising.
- An influential piece that highlighted Martin's transition into a mainstream comedy star.
Google audience: Audience reception was overwhelmingly positive, with viewers praising the special's outrageous humor and Steve Martin's iconic comedic presence. Many appreciated the inventive and often surreal commercials, which became a signature of his early work.
Awards & Accolades
Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing in a Variety or Music Program
Fun Fact
The special is notable for featuring commercials for fictional products like 'Aqua-Vent Air Conditioners' and 'Geritol,' alongside real products, blurring the lines between genuine advertising and comedic parody.
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