I Am Comic

I Am Comic follows Ritch Shydner as he makes his comeback to the comedy scene after being away from the industry for thirteen years. Featuring behind-the-scenes, candid interviews with some of today’s top comedians, including Sarah Silverman, Tim Allen and Jim Gaffigan, it reveals the peculiar world of comedy and the amusing psychological profile of its performers.

At the peak of Shydner’s career in the 1980s, he had HBO specials, several television pilot shows and various late-night appearances, although his popularity later declined. With the collective support of over eighty comedians, he attempts to make a comeback. This film follows Shydner as he seeks to connect with today’s younger audiences.