It Started As a Joke

About This Movie

It Started As a Joke is this fascinating look into the Eugene Mirman Comedy Festival, stretching over a decade. You really get the sense of an era, the evolution of alternative comedy, and Mirman's quirky humor. The film's tone is both celebratory and melancholic, especially as it culminates in a farewell show. It captures this tight-knit community of comedians, and you can feel the camaraderie. The pacing ebbs and flows, mixing hilarious moments with more somber reflections on change and growth. What stands out is how it balances the laughs with this poignant reminder of how comedy can heal. There’s something refreshing about seeing the behind-the-scenes antics too, it adds a layer of intimacy not often found in docs of this kind.

Decade-spanning festival insightsBlends humor with poignant reflectionHighlights alternative comedy's evolution