Ever
wonder what happened to television, how so-called reality shows took over the
industry and made it possible for the most obnoxious and outrageous behavior to
rise to the top even if the people acting that way don’t actually have talent
or do anything to earn their money and attention? This fascinating documentary
from directors Seth Kramer, Daniel A. Miller and Jeremy Newberger makes a very
strong case that it all boils down to a loudmouth jerk and his highly
influential talk show. The film goes beyond the mouth that roared across cable
television from 1988-1989 to give the audience a look at both the softer side
of Mort --- he was a ballad singer just like his old man – as well as his more
psychotic episodes, like the alleged attack by skinheads that just happened to
take place when the show’s ratings were in the toilet. You may not love the guy
when it’s over, but you will have a better idea of what he did to change the
world.
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