Boom Boom... Out Go the Lights
Boom Boom... Out Go the Lights

Boom Boom... Out Go the Lights

1981TV ShowEnded1 SeasonEnglish

Groundbreaking alternative comedy programme bringing the new wave of humour to television for the first time.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Robert Downey Sr.Genres: Comedy, Documentary

Plot Summary

This mockumentary follows a series of comedic vignettes presented as interviews and performances. It features a cast of eccentric characters and performers, including comedians and artists, exploring various absurd and humorous themes. The film captures a unique, avant-garde comedic spirit of its time.

Critical Reception

Critically, 'Boom Boom... Out Go the Lights' is considered a cult classic, appreciated for its raw, unconventional humor and its snapshot of counter-culture comedy. While not a mainstream success, it garnered a dedicated following among fans of surreal and satirical humor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unapologetic and surreal comedic style.
  • Appreciated as a unique artifact of 1980s alternative comedy.
  • Seen by some as overly niche or challenging for general audiences.

Google audience: Audience reception is varied, with many finding the humor highly original and daring, while others describe it as too eccentric or difficult to follow.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a documentary about the legendary comedy troupe 'The Imposters', but evolved into a more surreal and abstract exploration of comedy and culture.

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