Rubberface
"Comedy is not pretty."
Originally released in 1981. Rubberface is a drama/comedy film. directed by Glen Salzman. At just 55 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jim Carrey, Adah Glassbourg, and Lynne Deragon
Synopsis
A teen-age girl conceals her insecurity behind a barrage of jokes — until she meets an aspiring comedian who asks for her help with his new act. Janet is an over-weight girl who has a knack for making the other children in school laugh... by making fun of her own weight. In seeing the other kids' reactions, she feels that she might have what it takes to be a comedian. She visits the local comedy club where she finds Tony Moroni who is a struggling comedian whose jokes are less than funny. Together Tony helps Janet find self-esteem and Janet helps Tony with his material.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1981
45 years ago
Runtime
0h 55m
55 minutes total
User Rating
3.7/10
Mixed (26 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- CBC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rubberface about?
A teen-age girl conceals her insecurity behind a barrage of jokes — until she meets an aspiring comedian who asks for her help with his new act. Janet is an over-weight girl who has a knack for m...
Who directed Rubberface?
Rubberface was directed by Glen Salzman.
How long is Rubberface?
Rubberface has a runtime of 0 hours and 55 minutes (55 minutes total).
When was Rubberface released?
Rubberface was released on January 1, 1981 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Rubberface?
The main cast of Rubberface includes Jim Carrey, Adah Glassbourg, Lynne Deragon, Ann-Marie MacDonald, Helene Udy.