Funny People (Graded)

George Simmons is a very successful yet self-involved stand-up comedian who learns that he has an un-treatable blood disorder & is given less than a year to live. Ira Wright is a struggling up-and-coming stand-up comedian who works at a deli & has yet to figure out his onstage persona. One thing these different men have in common is that neither of them has any close friends. One night, George takes notice of Ira when they perform at the same club & he hires him to be his semi-personal assistant & opening act at his performances. George & Ira form a close bond as George teaches Ira how to win the crowd & Ira helps the dying George find closure in his legacy.

Grade: A -
Trailer HERE