Wednesday, May 13, 2015

Behind the Camera : The Unauthorized Story of 'Mork & Mindy' (2005)

Made for TV, airing April 4th in the US.
Filmed entirely in Canada.
Based on truths.
The story: In 1976, an unknown comedian by the name of Robin Williams was working his odd comedy act on the street for change.
He began doing stand-up comedy at the same time the TV channel ABC was looking for someone to play the role of an alien on their hit show 'Happy Days'.
After a writer for 'Happy Days' seen Robins' stand-up act, Robin was called in for an audition.
Straight away, Robin got the alien part on 'Happy Days'.
Everyone liked him so much, they found a way to make a TV show just for him.
Born is the TV show 'Mork & Mindy'.
The show, instant success.
Sending all its cast members, but mostly Robin, straight into notoriety.
But being young, rich and famous does have an effect on a person.
Stars Chris Diamantopoulos, Michelle Harrison, David Richmond-Peck, Chris Shields, Kirsten Robek, David Josefsberg, Brad Dryborough, Stacy Fair, Daniel Roebuck, Meredith McGeachie, Erinn Hayes, David Lewis, Cameron MacDonald, Dion Luther, Shaw Madson, Tyler Labine, Jeff Skinner, April Telek
Directed by Neill Fearnley
Not Rated
BIOGRAPHY/DRAMA

"Life is more important than show business."

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