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Acting Funny

A look at the backstage techniques of America’s favorite comedic actors.

05/06/2014 | Expired 05/07/2020 | Rating TV-PG

Acting Funny

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Pioneers of Television

Acting Funny

Season 4 Episode 4 | 53m 11sVideo has Closed Captions

A look at the backstage techniques of America’s favorite comedic actors.

Peek behind the curtain at the backstage techniques of America’s favorite comedic actors. The program features the manic improvisational style of Robin Williams, along with his comic predecessor Jonathan Winters. They’re a fascinating contrast to Tina Fey, who explains her measured, highly prepared approach. The episode also highlights the all-time #1 Emmy winner for comedy acting Cloris Leachman.

05/06/2014 | Expired 05/07/2020 | Rating TV-PG

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Pioneers of Television

Acting Funny

Season 4 Episode 4 | 53m 11sVideo has Closed Captions

Peek behind the curtain at the backstage techniques of America’s favorite comedic actors. The program features the manic improvisational style of Robin Williams, along with his comic predecessor Jonathan Winters. They’re a fascinating contrast to Tina Fey, who explains her measured, highly prepared approach. The episode also highlights the all-time #1 Emmy winner for comedy acting Cloris Leachman.

05/06/2014 | Expired 05/07/2020 | Rating TV-PG

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