This comedy special starts with Norm’s parents convincing him to stop being a doctor and become a comedian.
This Canadian comic is seen here in HBO’s One Night Stand, at a performance in Chicago. Some say Norm is not funny (such as his boss at NBC), but I beg to differ. He is good at making uncomfortable jokes, and jokes that can make you wince, and some find this approach a bit harsh.
For example, after OJ was found not guilty, he joked on SNL “Well, it is finally official: murder is legal in the state of California.”
His impersonations of Bob Dole were spot on. He’s had sitcoms, movie roles, podcasts, and has won poker tournaments.
All the usual warning apply, for language, subject matter, age, historical context, and so on.
