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Enemies of Laughter
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Enemies of Laughter

2000-11-10 · 90 min · ★ 6.0

Comedy · Romance

Nerdy-looking Paul is a neurotic, failed sitcom writer, with a lackluster love life. But his best pal has an idea that might turn things around when he decides to film Paul's life, and turn his romantic disasters into a comedic documentary. When a beautiful young director decides to produce the real-life romantic comedy, Paul realizes that Cupid may be poised with his bow and arrow.

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Directors
Joey Travolta
Production companies
Sferrazza Productions
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

David PaymerDavid PaymerPaul
Judge ReinholdJudge ReinholdSam
Christina FultonChristina FultonRegina
Marilu HennerMarilu HennerDani
Kathy GriffinKathy GriffinCindy
Peter FalkPeter FalkPaul's Father
Bea ArthurBea ArthurPaul's Mother
Daphne ZunigaDaphne ZunigaJudy
Vanessa AngelVanessa AngelJennifer
Shera DaneseShera DaneseHelen
Rosalind ChaoRosalind ChaoCarla
Paul SampsonPaul SampsonThe Waiter
Glen MerzerJosh
Leila KenzleLeila KenzleWoman #1
Lili BarshaWoman #2

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