Joe DeRosa - Some Things Happened | Modern Comedian - Episode 12

Joe DeRosa is a classic stand-up comedian. His material is honest, from the heart and very funny. We went into this shoot not knowing exactly what we wanted to capture -- then, during a set, an audience member confronted Joe about his material while on stage. It is a moment every stand-up comedian dreads, and it completely changed the dynamic of the show. Here we see that confrontation, Joe's initial reaction and then a more focused breakdown two weeks later.
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