Overview

Enjoy a unique glimpse into the intelligent and quirky inner workings of the comedic mind! Show Me the Funny! presents 25 top comedy screenwriters, from the revered figures of television's 'Golden Age' to today's favourite movie jokesters. Authors Desberg and Davis put an innovative spin on the traditional interview: each writer was given the same loosely structured comedic premise and asked to develop it in any way he or she wanted, no rules, no boundaries, no limits! The result is a hilarious and illuminating look at the comic process.

Full Product Details

9781402768415

Table of Contents

Reviews

Author Information

Peter Desberg is the author of 16 books. A licensed clinical psychologist who specialises in treating stage fright, he has worked with many top stand-up comedians. He is frequently quoted in publications including the Wall Street Journal, Psychology Today and Cosmopolitan. Jeffrey Davis began his career writing jokes for Thicke of the Night. Among his situation comedy credits are Love Boat, Give Me a Break and Different Strokes. He has also written for such shows as America's Funniest People, America's Funniest Home Videos and Bugs Bunny's 50th Birthday.

Tab Content 6

Customer Reviews

Recent Reviews

Countries Available