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Release Year1998
Runtime1h 27m
LanguageEnglish
Certification15
GenresComedy
Votes2
DirectorTom Poole
WritersIan Davidson, Dave Allen, Peter Vincent
TypeFeature Film
Rating9.0 out of 10
Cast1 credited
Also Known AsDave Allen Live ...On Life
About Dave Allen Live ...On Life
With his trademark props - the stool and the whisky glass - Dave Allen proves the essentials of great comedy are simply a microphone, an audience and an hour-and-a-half of your time! Undoubtedly Dave Allen On Life showcases this most original stand-up comedian at his unsurpassable best. Hand-picked by Dave from his self-titled BBC series in 1993. These classic monologues on the idiocy of life include over 20 minutes of footage never seen on TV before.
Directed by Tom Poole, Dave Allen Live ...On Life leans on a strong ensemble — Dave Allen — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about comedy titles of 1998.
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