Joan Rivers
Author
Language
English
Description
A fiercely honest and moving story of how Joan Rivers, one of comedy's greatest stars, survived the worst that life could throw at her, how she hit bottom and then made it back to the top.
"There are many self-help books by Ph.D's, but I hold a different degree: an I.B.T.I.A. - I've Been Through It All. This degree comes not on parchment but on gauze, and it entitles me to tell you that there is a way to get through any misfortune." -From Bouncing...
Author
Language
English
Description
Grow up, check your sensitivity at the door and feel the comedic wrath of entertainment icon Joan Rivers. In her first ever live stand up event, Joan goes to great lengths to insult everyone with her trademark wit. With infectious energy she owns the stage from start to finish, leaving the audience in stitches as everything and everybody who is somebody is fair game.
Publisher
IFC Films
Pub. Date
2010.
Language
English
Description
This revealing documentary follows the life and career of Joan Rivers, a veteran comedienne arguably more known for her extensive plastic surgery than for her talent. The film explores her early years in the comedy industry and touches on her longtime professional relationship with Johnny Carson, who is one of many celebrities featured, along with George Carlin, Phyllis Diller, Kathy Griffin and Rivers' own daughter and frequent screen partner, Melissa...