DVD
The zen diaries of Garry Shandling
Languages
Closed-captioned.
Publication Information
[Hollywood, CA] : HBO Home Entertainment, [2018]
Physical Description
2 videodiscs (270 minutes) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Audience
TV-MA.
Summary
When Garry Shandling died in 2016, he was widely remembered as a top stand-up comedian and the star of two of the most innovative sitcoms in TV history. But to those who knew him, the 'real' Garry Shandling was a far more complex person. Now, Shandling's longtime friend and onetime mentee Judd Apatow has created a remarkable portrait of this iconic comedian in a revealing two-part documentary. The zen diaries of Garry Shandling utilizes a wealth of insights from Shandling's personal diaries, along with reflections by his closest friends, family and collaborators. From childhood tragedy, to professional betrayal and unexpected physical trauma, to his emergence as a powerful teacher and guiding spirit for a new generation of talent, this enlightening portrait not only chronicles one man's ability to survive the ups and downs of a life in show business, but also offers a profound investigation into the power of comedy to elevate the human spirit.
Notes
Title from container.
Originally broadcast as a two-part documentary on HBO in 2018.
Bonus features: Audio commentary with director Judd Apatow, co-producer Wayne Federman and editor Joe Beshenkovsky ; extended interviews and scenes ; extended Garry Shandling performances ; Eddie Vedder and Judd Apatow live at Bonnaroo.
Contents
- Part 1 (120 minutes)
- Part 2 (150 minutes).