Dennis Miller: Fake News, Real Jokes (2018): Cast & Ratings
Dennis Miller: Fake News, Real Jokes is a 2018 comedy documentary directed by Brian Volk-Weiss, starring Dennis Miller. It runs 58 minutes. Its Echo Score is 42/100.
- Released
- Runtime
- 58 min
- Director
- Brian Volk-Weiss
- Genres
- Documentary , Comedy
- Original language
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English
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Dennis Miller: Fake News, Real Jokes About?
The premise of Dennis Miller: Fake News, Real Jokes without spoilers.
Dennis Miller delivers a stand-up performance tackling contemporary issues with his signature insightful and cerebral style. This Comedy Dynamics original explores topics ranging from social media and air travel to political commentary and the media landscape. A five-time Emmy award winner, Miller offers his trademark critical assessments in a low-key manner, earning praise from The Hollywood Reporter as "the most cerebral, astute and clever standup ever."
Dennis Miller: Fake News, Real Jokes Themes & Keywords
· 3 tags- tv special
- stand up comedy
- stand up comedy special
Dennis Miller: Fake News, Real Jokes Cast
Dennis Miller stars in Dennis Miller: Fake News, Real Jokes. Directed by Brian Volk-Weiss.
- Director Brian Volk-Weiss
- Dennis Miller as themselves
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Dennis Miller: Fake News, Real Jokes Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 42/100, strongest in sensory experience (55) and weakest in rewatch factor (35).
Dennis Miller: Fake News, Real Jokes Echo Score Breakdown
Dennis Miller: Fake News, Real Jokes presents a mixed reception that leans toward disappointment. Critics note that the special suffers from stale delivery and a political focus that feels narrow, diminishing its comedic impact for many viewers. A minority of listeners appreciate the occasional clever, cerebral humor and bipartisan jabs. Overall, the material feels uneven and lacks the freshness required for sustained enjoyment, resulting in limited appeal beyond dedicated fans.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 40
In terms of production, the special offers a simple stage setup with minimal visual flair. Reviewers describe the presentation as flat, noting a lack of dynamic lighting or innovative camera work. The performance feels constrained, with stage presence appearing stiff and unengaging. Consequently, the art and craft elements are evaluated as below average.
- Character & Emotion 45
When assessing Miller's performance, critics highlight a delivery that relies on dense, thesaurus‑rich language and a persona that many find dated. Some praise his intellectual humor and occasional cleverness, yet the majority find his stage demeanor rigid and his jokes lacking warmth. The overall character impression is mixed but skews toward a waning relevance.
- Story & Flow 40
The narrative flow of the comedy routine is perceived as repetitive and heavily weighted toward political diatribe. Reviewers note a scarcity of original punchlines, describing the content as regurgitated and lacking cohesion. Though a few acknowledge balanced targets across the aisle, the dominant view is that the story structure fails to sustain engagement.
- Sensory Experience 55
Sensory aspects such as sound quality and visual clarity receive relatively neutral feedback. No major technical flaws are reported, and the audio remains clear enough for comprehension. However, the visual style offers little beyond a basic stage environment, providing limited sensory enhancement. This results in a modest, middle‑range rating for the sensory experience.
- Rewatch Factor 35
Rewatch potential appears low according to most viewers, many of whom stopped the special early and expressed no desire to view it again. While a handful of fans anticipate future performances, the prevalent sentiment is that the material does not reward repeated viewings and lacks lasting appeal.
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Dennis Miller: Fake News, Real Jokes FAQ: Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Dennis Miller: Fake News, Real Jokes, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Dennis Miller: Fake News, Real Jokes?
Dennis Miller: Fake News, Real Jokes runs 58 minutes.
When was Dennis Miller: Fake News, Real Jokes released?
Dennis Miller: Fake News, Real Jokes was released on November 6, 2018.
Who directed Dennis Miller: Fake News, Real Jokes?
Dennis Miller: Fake News, Real Jokes was directed by Brian Volk-Weiss.
More films by Brian Volk-Weiss Who is in the cast of Dennis Miller: Fake News, Real Jokes?
Dennis Miller: Fake News, Real Jokes stars Dennis Miller.
Does Dennis Miller: Fake News, Real Jokes have a post-credit scene?
No. Dennis Miller: Fake News, Real Jokes has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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