Cast
View AllValerie Santos
as Pepper Hernandez
Jon Erik Castro
as Perry Styles
Jesse Fraire
as Reggie
Alfredo Sanchez
as Freddie
Ashley Prieto
as Daisy
Alexis Solano
as Rudy
Elizabeth Elise Gonzalez
as Dixie Darling
Sherrie Prose
as Sassy Sacha
Paola Dubrule
as Fabulosa
Jaaymes Brown
as Rockhouse Bar and Grill MC
Crew
Director
- Carlos De La Torre
Writer
- Carlos De La Torre
Producer
- Austin Young
- Michael D. Head
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, You Know What's Funny? examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Carlos De La Torre brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2019, 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 You Know What's Funny? took approximately 32 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $0.0 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 11 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 36 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 8 months to complete.
- The film contains approximately 1426 individual shots.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
Historical Context
- In 2019, when this film is released:
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
While You Know What's Funny? shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Neal Brennan: 3 Mics, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, You Know What's Funny? offers a fresh perspective through its innovative visual language and narrative structure.
While films like Adam Devine: Best Time of Our Lives and Christina P: Mom Genes explore similar territory, You Know What's Funny? stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its thoughtful balance of entertainment value and thematic depth, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: August 25, 2019
- Runtime: 11m
- Budget: $1
- Revenue: $1
