The Dave Gorman Collection
The Dave Gorman Collection

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The Dave Gorman Collection

2001
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
English

Dave Gorman, a British Comedian, undertakes a challenge set by his flat mate Danny Wallace, to find 54 of his namesakes (1 for every card in the deck, including jokers). The show is presented over a series of six episodes by Dave Gorman himself in what can only be described as a lecture format. The series charts the trials and tribulations that greet Dave as he attempts to complete his task.

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IMDb7.5/10
Director: Various (Dave Gorman, Production Companies)Genres: Comedy, Documentary, Satire

Plot Summary

The Dave Gorman Collection compiles three of his acclaimed live comedy shows presented in a documentary style: 'Dave Gorman's 'Googlewhack!'', 'Dave Gorman: Live in the UK', and 'Dave Gorman: Optimal Human'. Gorman uses extensive research, audience interaction, and visual aids to explore specific topics, often deconstructing online phenomena, societal trends, and his own personal experiences with humor and sharp wit.

Critical Reception

The collection was met with widespread critical acclaim, lauded for Dave Gorman's unique blend of stand-up comedy, investigative journalism, and insightful social commentary. Reviewers praised his meticulous research, engaging delivery, and ability to find humor in the mundane and the complex.

What Reviewers Say

  • Gorman's intellectual approach to comedy is both hilarious and thought-provoking.

  • A masterclass in deconstructing complex topics with wit and intelligence.

  • Engaging and highly original, setting a new standard for comedic documentaries.

Google audience: Audience reception generally highlights Gorman's sharp intellect and his ability to make complex subjects accessible and entertaining through humor. Many appreciate the unique format and the thoroughness of his investigations.

Awards & Accolades

None notable specific to 'The Dave Gorman Collection' as a compilation, though Dave Gorman's individual shows and subsequent works have received significant critical attention and awards.

Fun Fact

Dave Gorman's show 'Googlewhack!' was inspired by the then-obscure internet game of the same name, where players tried to find a search query that returned only one result on Google.

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