Take My Nose... Please!
Take My Nose... Please!

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Take My Nose... Please!

2017
Movie
92 min
English

A seriously-funny and wickedly-subversive look at the role of comedy in examining the pressures on women to be attractive and society's desire and shame relationship with plastic surgery.

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IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes80%
Director: Julia PottGenres: Documentary, Comedy

Plot Summary

This documentary delves into the often-unseen world of female comedians, exploring the challenges and triumphs they face in the male-dominated stand-up comedy scene. Director Julia Pott interviews a range of established and emerging female comics about their experiences with sexism, personal struggles, and their passion for making people laugh. It offers an intimate look at the dedication required to succeed and the unique perspectives these women bring to their craft.

Critical Reception

The film received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its insightful look into the lives of female comedians and its humor. It was lauded for giving a platform to voices often underrepresented in discussions about comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its candid interviews with female comedians.

  • Appreciated for highlighting the struggles and triumphs in a male-dominated industry.

  • Found to be both humorous and insightful.

Google audience: No specific consensus available from Google user reviews.

Fun Fact

Director Julia Pott initially set out to make a film about women's experiences in the art world before shifting her focus to the equally challenging and revealing world of stand-up comedy.

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