Michael Blieden

This documentary offers a raw, behind-the-scenes look at a group of cutting edge comedians. (Vitagraph Films)

Determined to find out the true effects of marijuana on the human body, stand-up comedian and former Stoner of the Year Doug Benson documents his experience avoiding pot for 30 days and then consuming massive amounts of the drug for 30 days. More than just an amusing story of one man's quest to get superhigh, this documentary also examines the hotly contested debate over medical marijuana use. (imdb)

Live at the Purple Onion is a DVD by American stand-up comedian Zach Galifianakis. The show was recorded at the San Francisco club The Purple Onion in June 2005. The DVD features Galifianakis' routine as well as an interview of Seth Galifianakis (played by Zach) by Brian Unger. (wikipedia.com)

Regardless of Joe Rogan's success on television with the Ultimate Fighting Championship or hosting Fear Factor or co-starring in NewsRadio, his true love is stand-up comedy. With more than 15 years as a touring comedian, Rogan has honed an opinionated comedic style that challenges the status quo. (Amazon)

For the final show of their successful "Comedians of Comedy" tour, "alternative" stand-up comics Maria Bamford, Brian Posehn and Patton Oswalt pull out all the stops in a grand finale-worthy performance that finds humor in unexpected places. Taped live at Los Angeles's El Rey Theater and featuring fellow funnyman Bob Odenkirk, this farewell gig is sure to please fans who like their laughs with bite. (netflix)

An overly ambitious woman works her way up the food chain at a prestigious headhunting firm. (An overly ambitious woman works her way up the food chain at a prestigious headhunting firm.)