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Sick in the Head
Conversations About Life and Comedy
Book • 2015
Sick in the Head is a comprehensive and personal collection of interviews conducted by Judd Apatow with some of the most influential figures in comedy.
The book spans Apatow's entire adult life and includes conversations with comedy legends like Mel Brooks, Jerry Seinfeld, and Steve Martin, as well as contemporaries such as Seth Rogen, Amy Schumer, and Chris Rock.
It delves into topics such as creativity, ambition, neediness, generosity, spirituality, and the joy of making people laugh.
The interviews provide back-of-the-club stories and insights into the lives and careers of these comedians, making it a valuable resource for comedy enthusiasts and anyone interested in the craft of comedy.
The book spans Apatow's entire adult life and includes conversations with comedy legends like Mel Brooks, Jerry Seinfeld, and Steve Martin, as well as contemporaries such as Seth Rogen, Amy Schumer, and Chris Rock.
It delves into topics such as creativity, ambition, neediness, generosity, spirituality, and the joy of making people laugh.
The interviews provide back-of-the-club stories and insights into the lives and careers of these comedians, making it a valuable resource for comedy enthusiasts and anyone interested in the craft of comedy.
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