The read
It runs a compact 10m.
Synopsis
Unfolding during a 2004 episode of The Ellen DeGeneres Show, fitness trainer Richard Simmons makes an appearance. Amid the chaos and liveliness of the behind-the-scenes, Richard encounters David, an overlooked and underappreciated segment producer struggling with self-esteem. In a serendipitous twist, Richard sees beyond David's invisibility, offering his unique brand of honest, uplifting kindness.
Ratings
IMDb6.7/10
3 audience votes
Key crew
- Jake LewisDirector
- Jake LewisWriter
Cast
- Pauly ShoreRichard Simmons
- Jesse HeimanDavid
- Tamra BrownEllen DeGeneres
- Ronan ArthurEllen Show Producer
- Benji AflaloEllen Show Assistant Director
- Austin GelfmanEllen Show Warm-Up Comic
- Jake LewisEllen Show 2nd Assistant Director
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Themes
talk showbased on true storybackstageobesity2000sshort filmtv show setproof of conceptheartwarmingfitness trainer