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Stand Up (2008)
Director: Joseph Pierce
Cast: Paul Putner, Daniel Rigby, Dominic Kinnaird
Runtime7 min
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A button-pushing comedian performs before an increasingly agitated crowd—until his body rebels against him and reveals the dark truth behind his one-liners.
Critical Reception & Ratings
Stand Up (2008), an animated short film directed by Joseph Pierce, has received critical acclaim for its dark and unsettling exploration of a button-pushing comedian whose body rebels against him, revealing the troubled truth behind his one-liners. The film has not received major awards recognition, but it has garnered positive reviews from audiences, holding a rating of 7.6 on IMDb.
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Fans of dark and absurdist comedy will appreciate the unique directorial vision of Joseph Pierce in the 2008 film 'Stand Up', which blends visceral animation with the twisted, cringe-inducing performance of comedian Paul Putner as he battles his own unruly body while performing for an increasingly agitated audience.