Punchline 1988

Name: Punchline
Released: 1988-10-07
Cast: Sally Field, Tom Hanks, John Goodman, Mark Rydell, Kim Greist

Synopsis:

Lilah Krytsick is a mother and housewife who's always believed she could be a stand-up comedian. Steven Gold is an experienced stand-up seemingly on the cusp of success. When the two meet, they form an unlikely friendship, and Steven tries to help the untried Lilah develop her stage act. Despite the objections of her family and some very wobbly beginnings, Lilah improves, and soon she finds herself competing with Steven for a coveted television spot.

Directed by:	David Seltzer
Written by:	David Seltzer
Release date:	1988-10-07
Runtime:	123 minutes
Critics score:	50 / 100
Tagline:	Dying is easy. Comedy is hard.