Movie stars turn to comedy on the web
By Alan Smithee on Jun 1, 2007 in Actors, Comics, Film Business, Hollywood, Internet
The Internet is already filled with cheap laughs — YouTube alone offers a lifetime’s supply of home videos (some funny, most not). But now many experienced comedians, talent agents and financiers are seeing the Web as a way to showcase talent while trying to turn a profit. In January, Turner Broadcasting began SuperDeluxe.com, which features videos created by comedy pros and amateurs. The seven-week old FunnyOrDie.com, which highlights short videos by veteran comics like Will Ferrell, is in discussions with potential advertisers.
(Source: New York Times)
