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Key Features:
Existentialism, Searching for meaning, Sperm donation, Friendship, Comedian, Character study, Relationship drama, Self-discovery
Tone:
humorous, earnest, whimsical
Target Audience:
Fans of indie comedies, Viewers interested in existential themes, Those who enjoy character-driven stories, Audiences seeking uplifting content
Emotional Arc:
Confusion → Hope

This Is Not a Comedy

2021-10-05
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A comedian finds new meaning in his life when his best friend asks him to be her sperm donor, and he meets a girl who connects with the cosmos.

Genres
Drama, Comedy
Cast
Gabriel Nuncio, Cassandra Ciangherotti, Adriana Paz, Cecilia Suárez, Manolo Caro, Alejandro Saevich, Renata Vaca, Tamara Vallarta, Tenoch Huerta Mejía, Eduardo Donjuan
Crew
Rodrigo Guardiola, Gabriel Nuncio, Gabriel Nuncio, Alo Valenzuela
Rating
6.1(84 votes)
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