A Futile and Stupid Gesture
Description:
An irreverent documentary exploring the rise and fall of National Lampoon, the groundbreaking humor magazine that reshaped American comedy. Through archival footage and intimate interviews with alumni and peers, the film traces the magazine’s founders, its volatile production culture, and the writers who produced hits that became films and franchises. It reveals ambition, excess, and the lasting legacy of a bold, often reckless era that forever altered satire and pop culture.Keywords:
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