For Madmen Only: The Stories of Del Close

Documentary

2020, Movie, 1h 30min

Comedy guru Del Close, mentor to everyone from Bill Murray to Tina Fey, sets out to write his autobiography for D.C. Comics. As he leads us through sewers, mental wards, and his peculiar talent for making everyone famous but himself, Close emerges as a personification of the creative impulse itself. He's a muse with BO and dirty needles, offering transcendence despite (or because of) the trail of wreckage behind him.

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Critic Richard Roeper

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As with so many comedic geniuses, Close was a dark and deeply troubled soul — but some 20 years after his death, his acolytes still have us laughing.

Read full review at Chicago Sun Times

Critic Brian Tallerico

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Ultimately, “For Madmen Only” is essential for comedy fans and historians. It’s something that anyone interested in theater as a career or even anyone who does improv comedy on the weekends should check out on VOD.

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Get ready to witness the untold stories of Del Close, the comedy guru who mentored legendary comedians like Tina Fey and Bill Murray. This documentary takes you on a wild ride through his peculiar life, from sewers to mental wards, and reveals how he became a symbol of creative genius. With cameos from Jason Sudeikis, Bob Odenkirk, and Adam McKay, this film is a hilarious and heartwarming tribute to a man who brought laughter to the world.

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