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Bobcat Goldthwait is back with a vengeance in his long-awaited Stand-up Comedy special 'You Don't Look The Same Either.' The genre-defying Police Academy alum, comedian, actor and now accomplished film director's takes us on a hilarious journey through his 30 year career as an 80's icon to the guy who lit the tonight show set on fire... literally.
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
Goldthwait Dishes On A Life In Hollywood And No One Is Spared, Least Of All Himself
April 22, 2012
Format:DVD
It's been a while since we've seen comedian Bobcat Goldthwait in front of the camera in any substantial way. That's a fact that he slyly acknowledges with the title of this new LOL Comedy special shot in Glendale, California. "You Don't Look The Same Either" puts an older (and even more strangely likable) Goldthwait back in front of a live audience, and it's actually quite good to see him! He's been doing bit roles or directing work primarily in the last few years. His two features 2006's Sleeping Dog Lies and 2009's World's Greatest Dad, if you've never heard of them, are dark and uncomfortable comedies which may not be wholly successful but show a lot of promise. I have a particular soft spot for Sleeping Dogs Lie, which has some genuinely surprising realness (and laughs) when dealing with a topic not generally in evidence for mainstream movies! A candid Goldthwait doesn't dwell too much on his contemporary resume, however, (shout outs to Jimmy Kimmel and Johnny Depp) and mainly sticks to the classic persona that people will recognize.
Goldthwait is instantly disarming, admitting that this comedy revival is to help pay the bills. But he certainly doesn't disappoint long time fans and references his trademark scream, Police Academy, and the notorious Tonight Show debacle throughout the performance. If I had to pinpoint the principle focus of the set, it is Goldthwait sharing a lot of intimate and embarrassing stories from his career. There is plenty of name dropping and a number of big names get skewered in the process. When Goldtwaite speaks from experience (about 75%), he is a winning host. When he sticks to more traditional jokes (25%), it appealed to me slightly less. He is fearless and seems to be content to lay it all out, and the concert feels almost cathartic.
Goldtwaite sometimes has a tendency, however, to derail his own momentum. As everything seems a bit "stream-of-consciousness" in delivery, he'll often veer off a tangent and start a totally unrelated story in the middle of what he was saying. Far from being off-putting, though, I found that quite endearing. Truthfully, I was never a huge Bobcat fan. But I certainly liked this veteran of the Hollywood Wars who wasn't afraid to dish and make himself look silly in the process. I really enjoyed "You Don't Look The Same Either." While not exactly the funniest thing I've ever seen, it was like spending time with an old and slightly cracked friend. KGHarris, 4/12.
Goldthwait is instantly disarming, admitting that this comedy revival is to help pay the bills. But he certainly doesn't disappoint long time fans and references his trademark scream, Police Academy, and the notorious Tonight Show debacle throughout the performance. If I had to pinpoint the principle focus of the set, it is Goldthwait sharing a lot of intimate and embarrassing stories from his career. There is plenty of name dropping and a number of big names get skewered in the process. When Goldtwaite speaks from experience (about 75%), he is a winning host. When he sticks to more traditional jokes (25%), it appealed to me slightly less. He is fearless and seems to be content to lay it all out, and the concert feels almost cathartic.
Goldtwaite sometimes has a tendency, however, to derail his own momentum. As everything seems a bit "stream-of-consciousness" in delivery, he'll often veer off a tangent and start a totally unrelated story in the middle of what he was saying. Far from being off-putting, though, I found that quite endearing. Truthfully, I was never a huge Bobcat fan. But I certainly liked this veteran of the Hollywood Wars who wasn't afraid to dish and make himself look silly in the process. I really enjoyed "You Don't Look The Same Either." While not exactly the funniest thing I've ever seen, it was like spending time with an old and slightly cracked friend. KGHarris, 4/12.
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Goldthwait Dishes On A Life In Hollywood And No One Is Spared, Least Of All Himself
June 29, 2012
Format:Amazon Instant Video
It's been a while since we've seen comedian Bobcat Goldthwait in front of the camera in any substantial way. That's a fact that he slyly acknowledges with the title of this new LOL Comedy special shot in Glendale, California. "You Don't Look The Same Either" puts an older (and even more strangely likable) Goldthwait back in front of a live audience, and it's actually quite good to see him! He's been doing bit roles or directing work primarily in the last few years. His two features 2006's Sleeping Dog Lies and 2009's World's Greatest Dad, if you've never heard of them, are dark and uncomfortable comedies which may not be wholly successful but show a lot of promise. I have a particular soft spot for Sleeping Dogs Lie, which has some genuinely surprising realness (and laughs) when dealing with a topic not generally in evidence for mainstream movies! A candid Goldthwait doesn't dwell too much on his contemporary resume, however, (shout outs to Jimmy Kimmel and Johnny Depp) and mainly sticks to the classic persona that people will recognize.
Goldthwait is instantly disarming, admitting that this comedy revival is to help pay the bills. But he certainly doesn't disappoint long time fans and references his trademark scream, Police Academy, and the notorious Tonight Show debacle throughout the performance. If I had to pinpoint the principle focus of the set, it is Goldthwait sharing a lot of intimate and embarrassing stories from his career. There is plenty of name dropping and a number of big names get skewered in the process. When Goldtwaite speaks from experience (about 75%), he is a winning host. When he sticks to more traditional jokes (25%), it appealed to me slightly less. He is fearless and seems to be content to lay it all out, and the concert feels almost cathartic.
Goldtwaite sometimes has a tendency, however, to derail his own momentum. As everything seems a bit "stream-of-consciousness" in delivery, he'll often veer off a tangent and start a totally unrelated story in the middle of what he was saying. Far from being off-putting, though, I found that quite endearing. Truthfully, I was never a huge Bobcat fan. But I certainly liked this veteran of the Hollywood Wars who wasn't afraid to dish and make himself look silly in the process. I really enjoyed "You Don't Look The Same Either." While not exactly the funniest thing I've ever seen, it was like spending time with an old and slightly cracked friend. KGHarris, 4/12.
Goldthwait is instantly disarming, admitting that this comedy revival is to help pay the bills. But he certainly doesn't disappoint long time fans and references his trademark scream, Police Academy, and the notorious Tonight Show debacle throughout the performance. If I had to pinpoint the principle focus of the set, it is Goldthwait sharing a lot of intimate and embarrassing stories from his career. There is plenty of name dropping and a number of big names get skewered in the process. When Goldtwaite speaks from experience (about 75%), he is a winning host. When he sticks to more traditional jokes (25%), it appealed to me slightly less. He is fearless and seems to be content to lay it all out, and the concert feels almost cathartic.
Goldtwaite sometimes has a tendency, however, to derail his own momentum. As everything seems a bit "stream-of-consciousness" in delivery, he'll often veer off a tangent and start a totally unrelated story in the middle of what he was saying. Far from being off-putting, though, I found that quite endearing. Truthfully, I was never a huge Bobcat fan. But I certainly liked this veteran of the Hollywood Wars who wasn't afraid to dish and make himself look silly in the process. I really enjoyed "You Don't Look The Same Either." While not exactly the funniest thing I've ever seen, it was like spending time with an old and slightly cracked friend. KGHarris, 4/12.
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His current act is definately above the norm. He seems to still have a sense of humor (that's still funny!) I appreciate that he's moved with the times . . . directed some movies . . . cut his hair!
No, I'd make it a point to listen.
Also, thank you to AMAZON for hookin' me up for a VERY fair price, and quick shipping!
No, I'd make it a point to listen.
Also, thank you to AMAZON for hookin' me up for a VERY fair price, and quick shipping!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good performance
Gotta love Bobcat! This is a good show, very entertaining with a number of laugh-out-loud moments. If you are looking for "that voice" and his older material, you won't... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Linda W
5.0 out of 5 stars
Well worth the purchase
There isn't much I can add to this review that wasn't said by the others who reviewed this.He is genuine & not at all like his 80's persona (although it creeps in every now & then... Read more
Published 5 months ago by TazBorg
5.0 out of 5 stars
Bobcat
Awesome video, I've watched it several times and have had friends over to watch it with me. Bobcat is Hilarious. I highly recommend this video!
Published 7 months ago by Ron K
5.0 out of 5 stars
BOBCAT is amazing!
Awesome dvd, one of the best stand up discs I own.Also, check out the movies he writes and directs:
SHAKES THE CLOWN
SLEEPING DOGS LIE
WORLD'S GREATEST... Read more
SHAKES THE CLOWN
SLEEPING DOGS LIE
WORLD'S GREATEST... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Peter Panagakos
