You Had to Be There: How the Toronto Godspell Ignited the Comedy Revolution...
Sep 06, 2025 |
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A documentary about the legendary 1972 Toronto production of the musical about the life of Jesus, which launched many illustrious careers and ignited a comedy revolution.
Casts Martin Short, Eugene Levy, Victor Garber, Andrea Martin, Jayne Eastwood, Valda Aviks, Avril Chown, Rudy Webb, Paul Shaffer, Stephen Schwartz
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Whitney: Can I Be Me
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Dave Matthews Band: The Gorge
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