Have I Got News for You is a popular British television comedy panel show that takes a satirical look at the week's biggest news stories. Hosted by a rotating team of presenters, the show features two team captains and a panel of celebrity guests who compete in witty banter and humorous challenges.
Corporate is a dark comedy TV show that satirizes corporate culture through the experiences of its socially awkward male protagonist dealing with ruthless businessmen, workplace sexism, and existentialism. The show also features a bisexual woman character, passing the Vito Russo Test.
The Singapore Grip is a dark comedy set in British Malaya during World War Two. It follows the lives of characters involved in a British rubber company, their love affairs, and the complexities of living in a Crown Colony under threat of invasion.
May, a socially awkward woman with a difficult childhood, becomes obsessed with a singing happy birthday song. As she tries to connect with people, strange events unfold, leading her down a dark path of murder and obsession.
In modern-day Helsinki, two lonely souls meet in a karaoke bar and embark on a journey to find love. They encounter various obstacles, including lost phone numbers, mistaken addresses, alcoholism, and a charming stray dog. Will they overcome these challenges and find happiness?
After his brother is killed in a gang war, a yakuza brother goes to Los Angeles to seek revenge. He gets involved in a war on drugs and clashes with the local crime families.
A mosaic-style comedy following the life of a woman as time passes in her long-term casual BDSM relationship, low-level corporate job, and quarrelsome Jewish family.
Sightseers is a dark comedy about a couple who go on a vacation-gone-wrong and embark on a series of murders. The couple, Tina and Chris, take a trip in a caravan around the British countryside. As they navigate their way through various tourist attractions, their relationship is tested and they find themselves driven over the edge, committing a series of shocking and humorous murders along the way. With dry humor and a touch of satire, Sightseers explores themes of jealousy, male-female dynamics, and the lengths people will go to find freedom and fulfillment.
Storytelling is a dark comedy that delves into the lives of suburban residents and tackles themes of turmoil, exploitation, and the power of storytelling. Through its satirical lens, the film explores various aspects of contemporary society, including race relations, relationships, and the struggles of individuals. With its sardonic humor and thought-provoking narrative, Storytelling offers a unique perspective on suburban life.
Barefoot Bobby Briggs, the legendary running back for the Austin Steers was today sentenced to die for his role in the armed robbery/murder at a downtown Stop 'n Go convenience store... It's five years later, and Bobby's appeals have all but run out, and the Austin Steers are - once again - on the march to the Superbowl, with a lock on the playoffs, when their wide receiver has a season ending injury. With their playoff hopes in shambles, the Governor of Texas controversially offers Bobby a furlough -- from death row -- to help rescue the Steers' post-season hopes, and even play in the Superbowl.
In Pulp, a British expatriate author becomes entangled in a series of events involving funeral clairvoyance, an eccentric man, and a gender-bender gunsel. As the plot unfolds, deception, survival desperation, and parody comedy take center stage, adding to the hostilities and misery experienced by the characters. The story follows the author's journey of exile and clairvoyant encounters with a princess, all while navigating a typing pool filled with dictation, stenographers, and cross-dressers. Along the way, there are steamboat escapades, an ex-husband-ex-wife relationship, and a sniper scandal. The ruins of a party and a prayer prank lead to a dramatic police lineup revelation involving an evil man and an innocent one-armed man.
In 1830s Japan, a wandering ronin gets entangled in a treacherous plot involving a brothel owner, samurais, and yakuza. As the body count rises, the ronin must navigate a world of violence and dry humor, ultimately facing an ambush that will test his martial arts skills and his ability to survive.
In Police, Adjective, a police officer struggles with an ethical conflict when asked to arrest a teenage boy for smoking marijuana. The film offers a satirical portrayal of bureaucracy and questions the authority of the police. With dry humor and a blend of drama and comedy, this Romanian New Wave film explores the moral dilemmas faced by law enforcement.
Movers & Shakers is a comedy that follows an aspiring screenwriter who gets caught up in the chaos of the movie business. With marital trouble and a promise to a friend to fulfill, he navigates the roller coaster world of Hollywood studios and film producers. The movie is filled with dry humor and sharp satire as it takes a humorous look at the inner workings of the film industry.
This Filthy World is a live performance by filmmaker John Waters, recorded in 2006. In the show, Waters discusses his career as a filmmaker, his personal life, and shares anecdotes from his childhood. He talks about his love for cinema, his friendship with Divine, and his experiences in the film industry. The performance is a mix of humor, social satire, and personal stories, all delivered in Waters' unique and distinctive style.
MALCOM GRANT, CIA operative has just woken up from a nightmare, only to find the Gates of Hell are open and the World is over-run with the living dead. To make matters worse, his terrifying dream is someone else's reality. With no recollection of his past, he must now help the government retrieve the memories of a dead serial killer who may have the answers that can save Humanity.
In this comedy short, a man suffers from insomnia and tries various methods to fall asleep, including counting sheep, drinking warm milk, and taking a hot bath. Despite his best efforts, he is constantly interrupted by various noises and distractions. Eventually, he gives up and decides to embrace his sleeplessness, giving a soliloquy about the absurdity of sleep. The film features a mix of live-action and animated sequences, blending humor and deadpan delivery to create a unique and entertaining portrayal of the struggle to sleep.
Loins of Punjab Presents is a comedy movie set in New Jersey, where a group of talented singers, including immigrants, compete in a singing competition. With dry humor and Bollywood-inspired performances, the movie showcases the challenges and aspirations of these individuals as they navigate their way through the competition and their personal lives.
Two actors who owe their entire careers to the Western genre seek revenge against a legendary screenwriter who once mistreated them on the set of an early film.