Comedy

Comedy is a genre of film in which the main emphasis is on humour. These films are designed to make the audience laugh through amusement and most often work by exaggerating characteristics for humorous effect. Films in this style traditionally have a happy ending (black comedy being an exception). One of the oldest genres in film, some of the very first silent movies were comedies, as slapstick comedy often relies on visual depictions, without requiring sound. When sound films became more prevalent during the 1920s, comedy films took another swing, as laughter could result from burlesque situations but also dialogue.

Comedy, compared to other film genres, puts much more focus on individual stars, with many former stand-up comics transitioning to the film industry due to their popularity. While many comic films are lighthearted stories with no intent other than to amuse, others contain political or social commentary.

U.S. and foreign films

The English film title, original title, country of origin and production year are listed. Foreign-language films are subtitled in English.

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Repetition Rhapsody
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With original music by Michael J. Winstanley and choreography by Dann Dunn, Repetition Rhapsody is a short movie-musical that follows Jaime Ritter (Khaila Monet), a young actress who, despite her talent, is not having much career success. Frustrated by an endless stream of fruitless auditions, Jaime dreams of what her life could be, and finds… Read more »

Veritaphobia
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Cindy can’t tell the truth. But Elizabeth, a breakthrough therapist with a perfect record, refuses to believe that.

The Guide
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Alex, a janitor of a publishing company, is finally given the opportunity to write a book, but during this time his wife must go on a company trip and for the first time he is left alone to take care of his children

Swipe Right
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A lonely college student struggles on a hopeless quest for companionship only to be catfished by a non-speaking teddy bear.

PAPA
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How does a father explain prostitution to his eight year old son while riding in a taxi in Paris? It depends on the driver.

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Open House
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On the way to a bar mitzvah, three friends find themselves in urgent need of a toilet. Fortunately, an old acquaintance-turned-realtor seems to offer the perfect solution: an open house with an open bathroom policy.

Mutha Friggas
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Paulie is ready to move on with his life, which includes breaking up with his girlfriend. Seeking advice from his best friend Mike, who is distracted by the beautiful Raquel, he needs one last push to help him get it done before it’s too late.

Musings with Merv – Hygge
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In this episode of the “Musings with Merv” series, Merv Nickleman, Irish American international poet, meets with the lovely Danish lady Julie Jensen. Together they discuss and experience the benefits of Hygge.

Moderately Put Together
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A charmingly messy woman in her 30’s comes face to face with reality when she discovers that both of her biological parents are looking for her.

Joe vs Joe
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Joe is a family man who on the eve of his 50th birthday discovers his teenager daughters no longer think he is cool. With the help of his loving wife he hilariously navigates his changing role with his children and life.