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Walter's Political Announcement
The Making of Melvin
What Would You Put on a Stick?
The Making of Melvin
What Would You Put on a Stick?
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Ventriloquist Jeff Dunham's second live-performance DVD, Spark of Insanity, is much funnier than his first, Arguing With Myself, perhaps because his new puppets allow him to cover more controversial territory beyond skits about family beefs and office humor. Though some puppets reappear, like the beloved Peanut, a purple monkey who loves wordplay, new characters emerge as the stars of this hour-long stand-up show. A tense laughter ripples through the audience, for example, when Dunham announces his wish to talk with a terrorist as he brings out Achmed the Dead Terrorist, a turban-sporting skeleton who's refrain is "I will kill you!" Previous show star, Jose Jalapeño, a Mexican chili pepper on a stick, returns for a discussion about whether the puppet has a green card. If his racial jokes rode a line slightly too Caucasian to clarify his point of view before, Dunham has achieved real satire in Spark of Insanity, showing his audience how ridiculous it is to create stereotypes of any sort. Additionally, Dunham mocks his own culture with Walter, a grumpy old white man whose parental chiding rings true for many. Moreover, Dunham impresses with his ventriloquism skills, and shows off some new vocalization techniques that will stun anyone interested in this fascinating art. --Trinie Dalton
Product Description
Jeff Dunham and his socially reckless "suitcase posse" are back in this highly anticipated follow-up to Arguing with Myself, his breakthrough television special and multi-platinum selling DVD release! What's next?
An ALL NEW show that is Bigger... Better... and Funnier than ever!
This time, Dunham welcomes two never-before-seen partners "Achmed the Dead Terrorist," and "Melvin the Superhero." Long-time favorites "Peanut," "Walter" and Jose Jalapeno...On a STEEK! are back in an entirely original show for everyone!
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
78 of 85 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Spark of Insanity was far funnier than any previous shows in Which I have seen Jeff Dunham and his puppets. Contrary to the one negative opinion I have read about the performance, I didn't have to gauge the reactions of audience members to know when it was time to laugh. It was very funny, and I must say that his tackling an issue, such as terrorism, with comedy, was funnier than I would have even thought it would be. Dunham is a very talented ventriloquist, with a fine sense of comedic timing. I feel sorry for anyone who can't get a laugh out Spark of Insanity, their sense of humor is irreparably broken. Buy it, see it, enjoy it!
46 of 50 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Okay, so I don't get around much; I don't watch Comedy Central; and I had never heard of Jeff Dunham. And up until a few days ago I thought of ventriloquism as about as hokey as middle school hootenanny; but then I was given Dunham's SPARK OF INSANITY as a Yuletide present (by my highly signficant other). . .
I am a changed curmudgeon.
Ladies and gents, this is funny, funny stuff, and I'm not talking about chuckling funny--I'm talking about rolling on the floor funny. Dunham and his "suitcase posse" of colorful characters (and an old curmudgeon like me sure appreciates Walter) tackle a plethora of topics--many of them devoutly controversial. But Dunham (and friends) gets away with controversy, because everything is fair game and no one is spared. Heck, forget the puppets; Dunham's opening monologue is hysterical.
When a comedian can make his audience forget their troubles and just enjoy the entertainment for its own sake, said comedian has achieved pure comedic bliss. And Jeff Dunham does just that; SPARK OF INSANITY is well worth the viewing, time and time again.
--D. Mikels, Author The Reckoning
I am a changed curmudgeon.
Ladies and gents, this is funny, funny stuff, and I'm not talking about chuckling funny--I'm talking about rolling on the floor funny. Dunham and his "suitcase posse" of colorful characters (and an old curmudgeon like me sure appreciates Walter) tackle a plethora of topics--many of them devoutly controversial. But Dunham (and friends) gets away with controversy, because everything is fair game and no one is spared. Heck, forget the puppets; Dunham's opening monologue is hysterical.
When a comedian can make his audience forget their troubles and just enjoy the entertainment for its own sake, said comedian has achieved pure comedic bliss. And Jeff Dunham does just that; SPARK OF INSANITY is well worth the viewing, time and time again.
--D. Mikels, Author The Reckoning
41 of 46 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I've been a fan of Jeff and company since high school. I remember seeing him on "An Evening at the Improv" which aired on A&E and on another comedy program that aired on VH1; I would tape these segments then make my friends watch them. They became fans of Jeff and Peanut, too.
I thought this DVD was funnier than the "Arguing with Myself" one. I loved the Dead Terrorist. This program aired on Comedy Central and the DVD features some additional footage that didn't appear on Comedy Central. The bonus features on the DVD are great. It was interesting to see the development of Melvin, and Walter's "announcement" was fabulous. This DVD is a must have for any fan of Jeff and gang.
I thought this DVD was funnier than the "Arguing with Myself" one. I loved the Dead Terrorist. This program aired on Comedy Central and the DVD features some additional footage that didn't appear on Comedy Central. The bonus features on the DVD are great. It was interesting to see the development of Melvin, and Walter's "announcement" was fabulous. This DVD is a must have for any fan of Jeff and gang.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Peanut is the man!
Love this show! I think Jeff Dunham is a really funny guy. This CD is one laugh after another, and goes by way too fast! A must for all comedy collections!
Published 1 day ago by Eileen6219
Help from the reviewers -Subtitles
I would appreciate very much if someone who has bought and watched this DVD could tell me if there are subtitles available for it and, if so, in what languages they are. Read more
Published 4 days ago by Eduardo
Laugh Out Loud!
I love Jeff Dunham. This is the first time I've seen him do a considerable standup comedy routine before he brings out the posse in the suitcase. Read more
Published 7 days ago by Barbara Frederick
Awful sound / noise level
I was watching with family and they asked me to turn it off. You had to put the volume up very loud to hear the routine because the audience noise is so loud. Read more
Published 27 days ago by JD Robb fan
What universe do I live in?!
I cannot believe the deluge of positive reviews for this. This is an hour and 20 laugh-free minutes of garbage. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Scott K
Love Jeff Dunham and great codition of DVD
Plan to buy all the Jeff Dunham DVDs. nervous about DVDs in the mail but the DVD was in exiclent condition
Published 3 months ago by nightwolf1313
Plain And Simply Funny
This DVD by Jeff Dunham is a great follow up to his first DVD "Arguing With Myself". Loads of laughter and just as non-politically correct as the first one. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Janet Chandler
Jeff Dunham - Spark Of Insanity DVD
With the exception of Dave Strassman, and his famous Ted E Bear, there are not too many that can pull an act quiet as outstanding and brilliant as this guy, Jeff Dunham. Read more
Published 3 months ago by NEXUZ37
Spark Of Insanity Jeff Dunham Indeed it Was
As the title reads it was a Spark of Insanity. The boys didn't fail with the laughs, (Oh and Jeff was pretty good to) LOL If you are looking for something different in comedy to... Read more
Published 4 months ago by GloBug
Insanely Hilarious
I bought this as a Christmas gift for my son along with two other Jeff Dunham DVD's. It turned out to be great entertainment for the whole family!! Read more
Published 4 months ago by Kristi
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