What is Get Bruce!?
Get Bruce! is a film first released in 1999.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1999
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 82 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 1, 1999
- Genres
- Comedy, Documentary
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Get Bruce! is a film first released in 1999. Catalogued under Comedy, Documentary. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A heartfelt look at the behind‑the‑scenes wordsmith behind Hollywood’s biggest moments.”
- Insight into famous speeches and jokes
- Interviews with top comedians and stars
- Warm personal portrait of Bruce Vilanch
- Limited narrative structure may feel like a series of vignettes
- Short runtime leaves some topics underexplored
Watch it if you enjoy behind‑the‑scenes stories about comedy writing and celebrity culture.
The film is a light, affectionate documentary suitable for general audiences.
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Who is Bruce Vilanch?
Bruce Vilanch is a comedy writer who creates material for celebrities’ public appearances, including award shows and political events.
Which celebrities appear in the film?
The documentary features commentary from Whoopi Goldberg, Billy Crystal, Robin Williams, and Bette Midler.
What events does the film show Bruce preparing material for?
It shows him helping plan Liz Taylor’s 60th birthday, Bill Clinton’s 50th birthday, and an AIDS awards banquet.
How long is the documentary?
The runtime is 1 hour and 22 minutes.
What is the tone of the film?
It is presented as an affectionate, light‑hearted tribute to Vilanch’s career.