Bathtubs Over Broadway
When he started as a comedy writer for the Late Show with David Letterman, Steve Young had few interests and not many friends outside of his day job. But while gathering material for a segment on the show, Steve stumbled onto a few vintage record albums that would change his life forever.
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Plot Summary
A comedy writer for David Letterman stumbles upon a bizarre subculture: a group of wealthy people who created elaborate, often ludicrous, Broadway-style shows for their corporate events in the 1970s and 80s. Fascinated by these forgotten spectacles, he embarks on a quest to find the people behind them and uncover the stories of these unique theatrical endeavors.
Critical Reception
Bathtubs Over Broadway was generally well-received by critics, who praised its unique premise, humor, and heartfelt exploration of a niche subject. Reviewers found it to be a charming and surprisingly poignant documentary about creativity and the ephemeral nature of artistic expression.
What Reviewers Say
- A delightfully quirky and unexpectedly moving look into a forgotten corner of corporate entertainment.
- Praised for its genuine affection for its eccentric subjects and its laugh-out-loud moments.
- Successfully balances humor with a touching exploration of artistic passion.
Google audience: Audiences found the documentary to be hilarious, charming, and unexpectedly heartwarming. Many appreciated the unique subject matter and the genuine affection the filmmakers had for the people and stories they uncovered.
Fun Fact
The documentary's director, Drew Christie, initially discovered this world when he bought a box of records at a thrift store, which contained show tunes from a 1970s Ford Motor Company convention.
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