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A late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The show's comedy sketches, which parody contemporary culture and politics, are performed by a large and varying cast of repertory and newer cast members. Each episode is hosted by a celebrity guest, who usually delivers an opening monologue and performs in sketches with the cast, and features performances by a musical guest.
In the later 1960s, two hippies are forced to leave their friends as they are wanted by the FBI, who sees them as criminals. They hide in the jungle for 20 years, secluded from the outside world. In the later 1980s, the find out that a secret war is about to start in the US, and decide to return to New York to tell someone about it.
"Saving Ferris Butler" is a documentary that examines the life of Ferris Butler, a former "Saturday Night Live" writer known for his bold sketches during the challenging 1980-1981 season. His notable work, "Leather Weather," became a cultural milestone in comedy. Prior to SNL, Butler created "Waste Meat News," New York's first cable access comedy show. The film highlights his connections to comedy icons and features interviews with Emmy-winning writers and SNL cast members. It also explores Butler's assertion that his persona inspired Ferris Bueller from the 1986 film, showcasing his lasting impact on comedy and the entertainment industry.
