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Lily Tomlin

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This documentary follows actress and comedienne Lily Tomlin for two years as she works on her award-winning play "The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe." In 1983, Tomlin and her personal and professional partner Jane Wagner begin road testing material for Tomlin's one-woman show, questioning the audience extensively after her performances. With the help of her road manager, Cheryl Swannack, Tomlin rigorously prepares for her 1985 Broadway premiere.

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Richard Freedman Newark Star-Ledger Jan 7
On the whole the film offers a privileged glimpse into the working life of a remarkable woman. Go to Full Review Sarah Schulman Gay Community News (Boston) 08/26/2022
She is a complete, complex personality and the filmmakers have been able to convey this with insight while retaining full respect for their subject. Go to Full Review Read all reviews
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Nick Broomfield

Director

Joan Churchill

Director

Peggy Feury

Peggy Feury

Cheryl Swannack

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Lily Tomlin

Lily Tomlin

Jane Wagner

Jane Wagner

Movie Info

Synopsis This documentary follows actress and comedienne Lily Tomlin for two years as she works on her award-winning play "The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe." In 1983, Tomlin and her personal and professional partner Jane Wagner begin road testing material for Tomlin's one-woman show, questioning the audience extensively after her performances. With the help of her road manager, Cheryl Swannack, Tomlin rigorously prepares for her 1985 Broadway premiere.
Director
Nick Broomfield, Joan Churchill
Producer
Nick Broomfield, Joan Churchill
Distributor
Public Broadcasting Service
Production Co
Channel Four Films, Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) [us]
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Sep 6, 1986, Original
Runtime
1h 31m
Sound Mix
Mono