Mike Birbiglia continued his writing-directing-acting exploration of the comedian’s life and process by following 2012’s Sleepwalk with Me — one of the clearer recent examples of “far better than you’d have any right to expect” — with Don’t Think Twice, a dramedy concerning the world of New York City improv, late-night comedy, and the resentment that jealousy can breed among friends. Lending this story a bit of additional authenticity, Birbiglia surrounded himself with a row of genuine comedic talent: Keegan-Michael Key, Gillian Jacobs, Mike Birbiglia, Kate Micucci, Chris Gethard, and Tami Sagher.
Don’t Think Twice begins its theatrical run this summer, ahead of which there is now a trailer. At Tribeca, we were complimentary of the picture, saying, “As in his directorial debut, and comedy in general, Birbiglia — who, as well as writing the screenplay, serves as producer alongside Ira Glass — is astute in blending humor with life’s hardships. Jealousy, betrayal, failure, unexpected pregnancy, and death naturally work their into the story. In lesser hands, one might expect this to deter from the experience, but this darker side only fosters a more believable portrait of camaraderie and what happens when success for some can cause fractures for the whole.”
Watch the preview below, and find dates for improv workshops that will include “pop-up screenings of the film and appearances by Birbiglia, the cast and other special guests”:
TOUR DATES:
San Diego: June 2
Phoenix: June 7
San Francisco: June 8
Seattle: June 10
Boston: June 27
Philadelphia: June 28
Washington: June 29
Dallas: July 10
Minneapolis: July 11
Detroit: July 12
Chicago: July 14
Synopsis:
When a member of a popular New York City improv troupe gets cast on a hit TV show, the rest of the group – all best friends – start to realize that not everyone is going to make it after all. From the director of Sleepwalk With Me and the creator of This American Life comes Don’t Think Twice, a critically acclaimed comedy packed with comic stars Keegan-Michael Key, Gillian Jacobs, Mike Birbiglia, Kate Micucci, Chris Gethard and Tami Sagher that presents a hilarious and honest look at the lives of professional funny people.
Don’t Think Twice will begin its theatrical run on July 22.