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Saturday Night Live: The Best of Saturday TV Funhouse

Saturday Night Live: The Best of Saturday TV Funhouse (2006)

Apr 29, 2006 1h 24m Comedy Animation

Sometimes controversial but always hilarious, Robert Smigel's "TV Funhouse" cartoons have contained some of Saturday Night Live's most memorable material in recent years. Ace and Gary, "The Ambiguously Gay Duo" (voiced by Steve Carell and Stephen Colbert), host this critically acclaimed collection, which features hits like "X-Presidents," "Saddam and Osama," "The Narrator That Ruined Christmas," "Smurfette," "The New Adventures of Mr. T," "Fun With Real Audio" and more, with appearances by the full cast of SNL. No subject is off limits. Learn what's really inside the Disney vault, what Jewish folks do on Christmas Eve, and what makes Michael Jackson float. As Mr. T would say, "If you believe in yourself, drink your school, stay in drugs, and don't do milk, you can get work!"

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Bill Hader
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Bill Hader

as Self

Stephen Colbert
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Stephen Colbert

as Ace / Various Voices (voice)

Steve Carell
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Steve Carell

as Gary (voice)

Tracy Morgan
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Tracy Morgan

as Mr. T (archive sound)

Fred Armisen
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Fred Armisen

as Self

Crew

Writer
  • David Reynolds

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Thematic Analysis

Saturday Night Live: The Best of Saturday TV Funhouse represents a fascinating example of Comedy/Animation cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.

Released in 2006, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of Saturday Night Live: The Best of Saturday TV Funhouse took approximately 15 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 84 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 134 minutes long.
  • Some visual effects sequences took up to 3 months to complete.
  • Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
  • The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.

Historical Context

  • In 2006, when this film is released:
  • Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
  • Social media platforms were beginning to transform communication.
  • Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.

How This Film Stands Out

While Saturday Night Live: The Best of Saturday TV Funhouse shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.

Unlike Basically Black, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, Saturday Night Live: The Best of Saturday TV Funhouse subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.

While films like Saturday Night Live: The Best of Will Ferrell - Volume 3 and Outtakes explore similar territory, Saturday Night Live: The Best of Saturday TV Funhouse stands apart through its distinctive directorial vision and pacing.

This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.

Details

  • Release Date: April 29, 2006
  • Runtime: 1h 24m

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