The Wrap reports that Tribeca Film announced today that it has acquired the North American rights to Kevin Pollak's directorial debut documentary MISERY LOVES COMPANY, which will have its world premiere today at the 2015 Sundance Film Festival.
The film features over 60 well-known stars including
Tom Hanks,
Jimmy Fallon,
Amy Schumer,
Judd Apatow,
Jon Favreau,
Lisa Kudrow,
Larry David,
Steve Coogan,
Jim Gaffigan, and
Whoopi Goldberg.
In the documentary, director Pollak shares in-depth, candid interviews with some of the most revered comedy greats who each share their unique path to stardom along with anecdotes and insights from the world of comedy.
Commented Todd Green, General Manager of Tribeca Film, "Misery Loves Comedy is a fascinating, unparalleled look inside the minds of some of the greatest and most beloved comedians of our time. Kevin Pollak has made a 'must watch' on the art of comedy, for casual enthusiasts, to connoisseurs, to aspiring comedians."
Added Pollack, "As a first time director, I couldn't ask for more than the thrill and assurance I've received from the entire team at Tribeca. This is a huge victory and celebration for my team."
Pollak is best known for his supporting roles such films as A Few Good Men, The Usual Suspects and Casino, as well as for his weekly streaming series "Kevin Pollak's Chat Show." Pollak funded Misery Loves Comedy partly through a Kickstarter campaign that raised over $54,000 dollars.
The film is written by Pollak and John Varhous, and produced by Becky Newhall, Burton Ritchie and
Barry Katz. Ben Galecki, Ashton Newhall, Liz Davidson and Jess Ravich are the executive producers. Tribeca is targeting a 2015 spring release.
Photo: JoshNegrin
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