What’s so funny about terminal illness?
Nothing! But, Funny People is all about the world of comedy so there’s enough humor to balance out the sentimental moments. The film tells the story of big-time comedian George Simmons (Sandler) who finds out he’s suffering from a life-threatening disease. Unsure of his future, George returns to his stand-up roots, befriends a young comic (Rogen) and reconnects with his long-lost love, Laura (Mann). By the time George learns he’s beaten the illness, he’s already seeing the world from a new perspective. George meets Ira (Rogen) at a comedy club and asks him to write a few jokes for his next show. Soon, a bromance blossoms and Ira’s roommates Leo (Jonah Hill) and Mark (Jason Schwartzman) grow jealous. Not only is their new friendship taking up Ira’s time, but Leo and Mark are also struggling comedians looking for a leg up. “I wanted to do a life or death story about somebody dealing with a serious illness and the challenges of being sick and the challenges of getting better, but what wou
