Pete Holmes: Faces and Sounds (HBO)

About Pete Holmes: Faces and Sounds (HBO)

Pete Holmes: Faces and Sounds is a 2016 stand-up comedy special aired on HBO. During this comedic one-hour special, Pete Holmes, the comedian, and actor unleashes a steady stream of humorous anecdotes, observational musings, and self-deprecating stories about his personal life and experiences. The show's title takes its cue from Holmes' own distinct comedic style, often characterized by bold facial expressions and an array of comedic sounds.

Making / Production

Pete Holmes: Faces and Sounds was produced for HBO and directed by Marcus Raboy, known for his work in stand-up comedy specials. The making of the show essentially consisted of Holmes bringing his unique and quirky stand-up routine to the big stage, with Raboy capturing the energy and enthusiasm of the event in an engaging manner.

Actors

• Pete Holmes - As the solo performer in this stand-up special, Holmes shines in his ability to draw laughter from everyday observations and personal life stories. He makes full use of his ability to mimic sounds and expressions, delivering a delightful performance.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This was Pete Holmes' first comedy special for HBO.
• The special was filmed at the Vic Theatre in Chicago.
• Pete Holmes is also known for his work in the TV series ‘Crashing’ which is loosely based on his own life.

Awards

As of the time of this writing, Pete Holmes: Faces & Sounds has not received any specific award attention. However, Pete Holmes has been recognized for his work in comedy throughout his career.

Quotes

• "I don’t have a gun, but if I did, I would throw it in the garbage."
• "It's hard for me to make friends because, as it turns out, most people don't consider debating the different methods of making iced coffee a suitable conversation topic."

Music, Soundtrack

• As a stand-up comedy special, Pete Holmes: Faces and Sounds does not have a traditional musical soundtrack. The focus is on Holmes' spoken performance, moored by his distinctive and varied comedic 'sounds'.