Brett Sugarman wants to be the next breakout comedian in NYC, except for the fact that he's terrible at comedy. Failing at every available opportunity offered, Brett's psyche begins to crumble, leaving him determined to achieve his dream, at any cost!
Acting
Giordano commits to Brett's cringe with terrifying sincerity.
Direction
Florio weaponizes awkward silences like jump scares.
Writing
The script knows bad comedy—maybe too well.
Director
Daniel Florio
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Anthony Giordano reportedly did five real open mics in character, bombing intentionally to build Brett's authentic desperation.
The film mirrors real NYC comedy culture where 'hustle culture' rhetoric often masks exploitation; Brett's tragedy is that he swallowed the grindset gospel whole.
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