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3.38 AVERAGE
3.38 AVERAGE
Funny but I didn't find it as funny as others. I didn't think it was horrible either.
It was better than I thought it would be. Just an average comedienne memoir.
funny
lighthearted
slow-paced
Silverman is, like most comics, a love-her or hate-her inspiration. This autobiography of sorts starts out crazy and ends even crazier, with the entire middle sprinkled with sincere stories of love and devotion for her family and dedication to her art while covered with a healthy layer of hilarity (or perhaps pee). I found myself literally laughing out loud at times, getting me strange looks on the train, as I listened to stories told without a filter. Speaking of, this really demands being listened to, particularly as Silverman narrates it herself. For those looking for one long stand-up routine, this is not it, but hearing her tell her stories is certainly a delight in its own right. Just watch out if you're at all easily offended.
Like most of these comedian bios it starts out real strong then peters out toward the middle and there's a lot of filler. BUT the good was very good and it made me like and respect the goodness of SS all the more.
i'm not much for potty humor, so i knew going into this that sarah silverman & i would not be a perfect match. but she tells a great story, and has very eloquently expressed views on depression, the art of making a good television show, racism and bigotry. i loved the voicemail messages from her father. i'd definitely (listen) to more by her.
lighthearted
medium-paced
funny
fast-paced
I was surprised by how much I enjoyed this audiobook, since I am neither a fan of Sarah Silverman's television show nor her sexy-baby persona. But Silverman's stories about wetting the bed well into her early teens endeared her to me, and I liked learning about her career trajectory.
Like most of the audio/autobiographies I’ve been listening to lately, I had very little exposure to the subject’s work. Yes I know who Sarah Silverman is and I may have seen her in a movie or Seinfeld episode at some point, but I don’t think I’ve actually seen any of her stand-up or her television show. I enjoy jumping in with little background because I always end up learning a lot and becoming a huge fan.
As with most comedian memoirs, I’m always surprised with how ordinary and almost introverted their childhood is. Of course Sarah shares her struggles with bedwetting, and I was shocked to learn about her struggle with depression. Her book is filled with fascinating stories of her SNL experience, background development of her show, and her random hijinx with other comedians. I enjoyed her sense of humor and her responses to her critics.
Overall I enjoyed The Bedwetter and am interested in checking out more of her work, but I can’t say that it changed my life and that I will even remember listening to it by the end of the year. Entertaining and interesting, but forgettable.
As with most comedian memoirs, I’m always surprised with how ordinary and almost introverted their childhood is. Of course Sarah shares her struggles with bedwetting, and I was shocked to learn about her struggle with depression. Her book is filled with fascinating stories of her SNL experience, background development of her show, and her random hijinx with other comedians. I enjoyed her sense of humor and her responses to her critics.
Overall I enjoyed The Bedwetter and am interested in checking out more of her work, but I can’t say that it changed my life and that I will even remember listening to it by the end of the year. Entertaining and interesting, but forgettable.