“Is This Thing On?”: Hollywood star seeks the naked truth about marriage and separation | blue News
After a break-up, Alex seeks stability on the stand-up stage. When his ex turns up, the new beginning becomes complicated. Watch the video interview to find out what inspired director Bradley Cooper to make his movie.
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- After the music films “A Star is Born” (2018) and “Maestro” (2023), Hollywood star Bradley Cooper is once again showing his talent as a director.
- In the tragicomedy “Is This Thing On?”, newly separated Alex (Will Arnett) discovers his passion for stand-up comedy.
- blue News was able to talk to Bradley Cooper and lead actor Will Arnett about the filming.
Alex Novak, played by Will Arnett, is going through a mid-life crisis after separating from his wife. He finds new stability in the New York stand-up scene.
But one evening, his ex-partner suddenly appears in the audience. Between separation, co-parenting and self-discovery, the question arises: can a new beginning become love again?
Bradley Cooper – the multi-talented Hollywood star
Hollywood star and multi-talent Bradley Cooper dares to take on directing duties again with “Is This Thing On?”. The screenplay for the film was written in collaboration with leading actor Will Arnett.
In the video interview above, you can find out how Arnett prepares for his comedy interludes, how the film relates to the life of comedian Will Bishop and what effect the tragicomedy is intended to have.
“Is This Thing On?” will be shown at blue Cinema from March 19.
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