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Very Semi-Serious: A Partially Thorough Portrait of New Yorker Cartoonists

The iconic cartoons of The New Yorker have become an instantly recognizable cultural touchstone over the past 90 years, and Leah Wolchock's intimate documentary offers an unprecedented glimpse into the process behind the cartoons. The film follows cartoon editor Bob Mankoff as he sifts through hundreds of submissions and pitches every week to bring readers a carefully curated selection of insightful and humorous work.

English
  • Originally Aired December 14, 2015
  • Runtime 120 minutes
  • Network HBO
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Name Type Role
Leah Wolchok Director